Chimney & Hobtop Installation Checklist for Modular Kitchens

Installing a chimney and hobtop is one of the last steps in fitting out a modular kitchen — and one of the easiest to get wrong if it isn't planned before the carpentry is finalized. Here's a practical checklist.

Before installation

• Ducting route: Decide the shortest, straightest path to an external wall or window. Long or heavily angled ducting reduces suction efficiency.
• Chimney height: Standard clearance is 65–75 cm above the hobtop — confirm this before fixing overhead cabinets.
• Countertop cutout: Hobtop cutout dimensions must match the exact model — get these from the manufacturer spec sheet, not a generic size.
• Gas line position: Confirm the gas pipe/regulator location aligns with the hobtop's inlet before the counter is cut.
• Electrical point: A dedicated socket near the chimney (not shared with other high-load appliances) prevents tripping.

During installation

• Confirm the chimney is level before final mounting — an uneven chimney affects both aesthetics and auto-clean drainage.
• Test suction and flame/ignition on the hobtop before the technician leaves.
• Check for gas leaks with a soap-water test on all new connections.

After installation

• Get a demo of the control panel, auto-clean cycle, and filter removal process.
• Note the recommended first-service date (usually 3–4 months for the chimney).
• Keep the invoice and warranty card — you'll need these for any future claim.

Planning these details before your kitchen carpentry is finalized avoids expensive rework later — most issues we're called to fix after the fact trace back to a ducting route or cutout size decided too late.