Whether or not you need a licensed electrician to replace a kitchen cooker hood depends on how the appliance is powered. If your range hood connects via a standard 120-volt plug into an overhead cabinet outlet, a handy DIYer can easily handle unmounting the old unit and plugging in the new one. However, if the cooker hood is hardwired directly into a dedicated wall cable behind the drywall, hiring a qualified electrician is strongly recommended to ensure compliance with local building codes and safe wiring practices. You can evaluate replacement requirements easily by checking existing connections. You can verify safe installation when a professional or proper DIY wiring job powers the unit securely without tripping breakers.
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