Whether over-the-range microwaves need to be vented depends entirely on your home's infrastructure and local building codes, as they can be installed using two distinct methods. They can be set up as ducted models, where an exhaust pipe routes smoke and cooking odors completely outside your home, which is ideal for heavy cooking. Alternatively, they can be installed as recirculating (ductless) models, where air is pulled through an internal charcoal filter to trap grease and odors before blowing the cleaned air back into the kitchen.
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