{"id":15903,"date":"2025-04-11T08:16:37","date_gmt":"2025-04-11T15:16:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/b\/?p=15903"},"modified":"2025-04-11T08:16:46","modified_gmt":"2025-04-11T15:16:46","slug":"how-to-measure-an-over-the-range-microwave-for-replacement","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/c\/how-to-measure-an-over-the-range-microwave-for-replacement\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Measure an Over-the-Range Microwave For Replacement"},"content":{"rendered":"
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So, your over-the-range microwave finally gave up or maybe you\u2019re just ready to upgrade to something a little nicer. Whether it\u2019s broken, outdated, or just not your style anymore, replacing it means one important thing: you\u2019ve got to measure the space.<\/span><\/p>\n

Now, before you grab a tape measure and start eyeballing things, let\u2019s go over how to do this the right way. Measuring for a new over-the-range microwave isn\u2019t hard, but doing it <\/span>wrong<\/span><\/i> can lead to buying the wrong size, a return process hassle, or worse, an installation that won\u2019t fit.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

We\u2019ll will walk you through how to measure an over-the-range microwave for replacement. Let\u2019s get started.<\/span><\/p>\n\n

What Is an Over-the-Range Microwave?<\/span><\/h2>\n

If you\u2019re not sure what kind of microwave you have, let\u2019s clear that up.<\/span><\/p>\n

An over-the-range (OTR) microwave is the kind that\u2019s mounted above your stove or cooktop. It\u2019s not just a microwave; it also acts as a range hood, with a built-in fan and sometimes a light underneath. It saves space by combining two appliances into one.<\/span><\/p>\n

If your microwave is sitting on the counter, this article won\u2019t help much. But if it\u2019s hanging out above your stove and you want to replace it with another over-the-range model, keep reading.<\/span><\/p>\n

What You\u2019ll Need Before You Start Measuring<\/span><\/h2>\n