Painted trim in a home built before 1978
Old window trim and sashes are a common source of lead paint. We contain the work area inside and out and clean up with HEPA equipment.
Serving Addison & nearby Wood Dale, Itasca
Kitchen Window Replacement in Addison, IL
A new window over the sink in your Addison kitchen that opens easily, seals tight and fits the trim around it.
- Local crews working in Addison ZIP 60101
- Design, permits and every trade on one schedule
- A written, itemized estimate before any work
Kitchen window problems we fix in Addison
A fogged, drafty or stuck window over the sink is worth fixing on its own, without a full remodel. We measure, order the right unit, remove the old one cleanly and install and trim the new window in your Addison home.
Window painted shut or broken hardware
Old windows painted shut or with broken locks and cranks are a common reason to replace. New units come with working hardware and easy cleaning.
Condensation on the glass
Water running down the glass in winter often means cold glass. A modern insulated window and good ventilation reduce it.
Hard to open over the sink
Reaching across a counter and faucet to lift a double-hung sash is awkward. A casement or sliding window opens with a crank or a light push.
Rotted sill or frame
Splashes from the sink and condensation rot wood sills over time. We remove the rotted parts and install a window with a durable frame and a sealed sill.
Interior trim and stool damaged
The trim and stool around a kitchen window take water and wear. We replace them with the window and finish them to match the room.
Fogged or cloudy glass
Cloudy glass that cannot be wiped clean is a broken seal. The window loses insulating value, and replacing it restores a clear view.
Drafts and cold air at the sink
Cold air at the counter usually comes from worn weatherstripping, gaps around the frame or an old single-pane sash. A new, properly sealed window stops it.
What's included
- Measuring the openingWe measure the rough opening and check for square, level and rot.
- Permits and approvalsWhen the opening changes or the town requires it, we handle the permit; historic or association review is checked first.
- Protecting the kitchenWe protect the kitchen and set up containment for older paint.
- Opening repair or reframingRotted sills are replaced and, for a larger window, the opening is reframed with a new header.
- Flashing and waterproofingWe flash the opening so rain cannot get behind the window.
- Interior trim and stoolInside, new casing and a stool or return finish the window.
- Check and cleanupEvery part is checked with you and the kitchen is left clean.
Materials and options
Garden windowsA garden window adds a small greenhouse over the sink.
Wood and clad-wood framesClad-wood windows match older interiors while staying low-maintenance outside.
Double-hung windowsA traditional look with two sashes that move up and down; harder to reach over a counter.
Vinyl framesLow maintenance and moisture resistant, common for replacement windows.
Awning windowsAwning windows vent air even during a drizzle.
Before and after: kitchens near Addison
Before
AfterAddison kitchen, 1960s ranch: kitchen window replacement
A 1960s ranch in Addison, a typical kitchen for Addison. The kitchen as it was: stainless double sink. The reason for the call: fogged glass and peeling paint on the window over the sink. After: a new larger double-hung window over the sink with clean white trim. Work included measuring the opening, permits and approvals, plus interior trim and stool.
Before
AfterWood Dale kitchen, 1960s ranch: kitchen window replacement
The site: a 1960s ranch in Wood Dale. What we started with: stainless double sink. What bothered the owners most: an old window that let in cold air at the counter. After: a new larger double-hung window over the sink with clean white trim. Work included permits and approvals, opening repair or reframing, plus check and cleanup.
Kitchen Window Replacement in Wood Dale →
Before
AfterBefore and after: a 1980s two-story in Itasca
A 1980s two-story near Itasca Historical District, a typical kitchen for Itasca. Before: white double sink. What bothered the owners most: an old window that let in cold air at the counter. Finished kitchen: a new larger double-hung window over the sink with clean white trim. The job covered measuring the opening, flashing and waterproofing, plus check and cleanup.
Kitchen Window Replacement in Itasca →
Before
AfterAn Addison postwar bi-level: before and after
What changed: a new layout with an island, cabinets in warm white shaker, light gray quartz counters and a flush drum fixture and under-cabinet lights.
Kitchen Design & Layout Planning in Addison →
Before
AfterAn Addison 1960s ranch: before and after
Finished: a lowered bright white quartz counter section with knee space under the sink, cabinets in cream uppers and walnut-stained lowers with polished nickel pulls, pull-down shelves in the uppers, drawers instead of base doors, a side-opening wall oven, a lever faucet and two glass pendants and recessed lights.
Accessible Kitchen Remodeling in Addison →The project, step by step
- Visit and measureWe look at the window, measure the opening and discuss styles.
- Estimate and approvalsWe send an itemized price and confirm any permits or reviews.
- Window orderedThe window is ordered to size; lead times vary by maker.
- Install and trimRemoval, installation and trim usually take a day for a same-size window.
- Final checkWe test the window and walk through the job with you.
Kitchen Window Replacement questions from Addison homeowners
Do you need a permit to replace a kitchen window in Illinois?
Each town sets its own rules. We confirm whether Addison requires a permit for your window.
What affects the cost of a kitchen window?
Window size, type, frame material, glass, any rot or reframing and trim work. We give a written, itemized estimate after the visit.
How long does kitchen window replacement take?
Most installs take a day; enlarged openings take a few days.
What frame material holds up best in a kitchen?
Moisture-resistant frames like vinyl or fiberglass are practical over a sink.
What is the best window over a kitchen sink?
Most owners pick a casement or a slider over the sink because they open easily.
Addison building permit for kitchen window replacement: where do I apply?
Permits go through Community Development Department (Building & Zoning), phone (630) 693-7530. When your scope needs one, we prepare the application and schedule the inspections.
Do I need a Addison-registered contractor for kitchen window replacement?
Addison does not require contractor registration, but trade licenses and a Letter of Intent must be submitted with each permit application. We take care of that before work starts.
Do I need a permit for kitchen window replacement in Addison?
It depends on the scope. Addison's rule in short: Addison's Building Division states building permits are required by code for all work; most applications are reviewed within 10 business days through the online portal. We handle the permit when one is needed with Community Development Department (Building & Zoning).
Do you work in my part of Addison?
Yes. Our crews work across Addison — ZIP 60101 — and nearby Wood Dale, Itasca, Villa Park.
Working in Addison
- A lot of Addison kitchens date from the 1960s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Most Addison homes are single-family. We protect floors and driveways and leave the site clean every day.
- We know how Community Development Department (Building & Zoning) handles kitchen permits and pull them for you.
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