Protecting single-family homes during work
In single-family homes we stage materials in the garage or driveway, protect the path to the kitchen and clean up every evening.
Serving Aurora & nearby Batavia, Warrenville
Kitchen Projects in Aurora, IL
Remodels, cabinets, countertops, plumbing, appliances and repairs for Aurora homes, with crews that work here every week.
- Local crews working in Aurora ZIP 60506, 60502, 60505, 60504, 60503
- Remodels, cabinets, counters, plumbing, appliances and repairs
- In-home estimate and a written quote before any work
Working in Aurora
- A lot of Aurora kitchens date from the 1990s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Most Aurora homes are single-family. We protect floors and driveways and leave the site clean every day.
- Live in a historic district? Interior kitchen work is usually not reviewed. We check before anything touches the exterior.
Near EastsideTannerRiddle HighlandsPalace StreetWest SideFar East Side
ZIP 60506ZIP 60502ZIP 60505ZIP 60504ZIP 60503
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What Aurora kitchens usually need
Opening up closed kitchens
A wall between kitchen and living space is a common request here; whether it can go depends on what it carries, which we check first.
Refreshing 1990s kitchens
Kitchens from the 1990s usually have good bones. Removing soffits, adding stone counters and LED lighting makes them feel current.
Permits and inspections
We check what the village requires for your scope and handle permits and inspections when they apply.
Kitchen services in Aurora
Remodeling & design
8 services- Kitchen RemodelingFull kitchen remodels, from layout to last cabinet pull.
- Kitchen Design & Layout PlanningLayouts, 3D plans and material picks before work starts.
- Accessible Kitchen RemodelingKitchens that work for every age and ability.
- Kitchen AdditionsBump-outs that add room for an island or dining area.
- Kitchen Wall Removal & Structural AssessmentOpen the kitchen up with an engineered beam.
- Kitchen Drywall & Finish WorkDrywall and plaster repair, soffit removal, ceilings, texture and trim.
- Kitchen Window ReplacementReplace or enlarge the window over the sink, trimmed and sealed.
- Kitchen Island & Peninsula InstallationNew islands and peninsulas with seating and storage.
Plumbing & water
9 services- Kitchen Plumbing ServicesSinks, faucets, disposals, drains and supply lines, done by licensed plumbers.
- Kitchen Sink Installation & ReplacementNew sinks, undermount and farmhouse styles.
- Kitchen Faucet InstallationFaucet swaps and new pull-down faucets.
- Garbage Disposal Installation & RepairDisposals unjammed, repaired or replaced, with the drain connected right.
- Kitchen Plumbing RelocationMove the sink to the island or another wall, drain and vent done right.
- Appliance Water Line InstallationFridge, ice maker and pot filler lines with a real shut-off valve.
- Kitchen Sink Leak & Drain RepairLeaking traps, strainers and drain pipes under the sink, fixed.
- Kitchen Drain CleaningSlow or backed-up kitchen sinks cleared, grease and all.
- Under-Sink Water FiltrationUnder-sink filters and reverse osmosis systems.
Restoration, cleaning & pests
7 services- Kitchen Damage RestorationWater, mold and fire damage cleaned up and repaired.
- Kitchen Water Damage RestorationLeaks stopped, water extracted, cabinets and floors dried and rebuilt.
- Kitchen Mold RemediationMoisture source fixed, mold contained and removed, kitchen rebuilt.
- Kitchen Fire & Smoke RestorationSoot cleaned, smoke odor removed, burned cabinets and walls rebuilt.
- Kitchen Deep CleaningDegreased cabinets, hood and backsplash, appliances cleaned inside and out.
- Post-Renovation CleaningFine dust, labels and residue removed so the new kitchen is ready to use.
- Kitchen Pest ControlRoaches, mice and ants treated, entry points sealed, food areas protected.
Cabinets & storage
13 services- Kitchen Cabinet ServicesPainting, refacing, repairs or brand-new cabinets.
- Kitchen Cabinet PaintingFactory-smooth painted cabinets without replacing them.
- Cabinet Refinishing & StainingRe-stained wood cabinets with the grain still showing.
- Cabinet RefacingNew doors and fronts on your existing cabinet boxes.
- Cabinet Door & Drawer Front ReplacementReplacement doors and drawer fronts in any style.
- Kitchen Cabinet Installation & ReplacementNew cabinets installed, leveled and ready for counters.
- Custom Kitchen CabinetsBuilt-to-fit cabinetry up to the ceiling.
- Kitchen Cabinet ModificationCabinets resized for new appliances, panels and fillers.
- Kitchen Cabinet & Drawer RepairHinges, drawer slides and water-damaged sink bases fixed.
- Kitchen Storage & Pantry SolutionsPull-outs, pantry systems and drawer organizers.
- Pull-Out Shelves & Cabinet OrganizersRoll-out shelves and organizers built to fit your existing cabinets.
- Pantry Design & InstallationPantry cabinets, closet conversions and walk-in shelving, built to fit.
- Built-In Breakfast Nook & BanquetteBuilt-in bench seating with storage for corners, bays and nooks.
Countertops, tile, floors & walls
12 services- Countertop ServicesNew counters, repairs and stone restoration.
- Countertop InstallationQuartz, granite and butcher block, templated and installed.
- Countertop RepairChips, cracks, seams and burns fixed without replacing the top.
- Countertop Refinishing & ResurfacingA new coated finish over sound laminate, cultured marble or tile.
- Stone Countertop RestorationEtches, stains and dull spots taken out, then the stone resealed.
- Kitchen Backsplash InstallationTile backsplashes with clean lines and flush outlets.
- Kitchen Tile & Grout RepairCracked tiles swapped, loose tiles reset and tired grout redone.
- Tile & Grout CleaningDeep-cleaned tile, restored grout color and a sealer that keeps it.
- Kitchen Flooring InstallationKitchen flooring: LVP, tile and hardwood.
- Kitchen Subfloor RepairSoft spots, rot and squeaks fixed at the structure under the floor.
- Hardwood Floor Repair & RefinishingSanding, refinishing and board repairs for kitchen hardwood floors.
- Kitchen Wall Painting & WallpaperWashable paint or scrubbable wallpaper for kitchen walls and ceilings.
Appliances & ventilation
15 services- Kitchen Appliance InstallationRanges, ovens, dishwashers, fridges and microwaves installed and tested.
- Dishwasher InstallationOld unit out, new dishwasher connected, leveled and leak-tested.
- Oven, Range & Cooktop InstallationGas and electric ranges, wall ovens and cooktops, safely connected.
- Built-In Refrigerator InstallationBuilt-in and panel-ready fridges fitted flush, anchored and connected.
- Microwave InstallationOver-the-range, drawer and built-in microwaves mounted, powered and vented.
- Kitchen Appliance RemovalOld kitchen appliances disconnected, carried out and recycled.
- Kitchen Appliance RepairRefrigerators, dishwashers, ovens and microwaves diagnosed and repaired.
- Refrigerator & Ice Maker RepairNot cooling, frost, leaks and dead ice makers diagnosed and fixed.
- Dishwasher RepairDraining, cleaning, leaking and door problems found and fixed.
- Oven, Stove & Cooktop RepairGas and electric ovens, ranges and cooktops diagnosed and repaired.
- Microwave RepairOver-the-range and built-in microwaves diagnosed and repaired safely.
- Kitchen Ventilation & Range HoodsRange hoods installed, repaired and cleaned, ducted the right way.
- Range Hood InstallationUnder-cabinet, chimney, island and insert hoods, ducted to the outside.
- Range Hood RepairFans, motors, switches, lights and rattles on kitchen range hoods.
- Residential Kitchen Hood CleaningDegreased filters, fan, hood interior and the duct you can reach.
Electrical & lighting
2 servicesOutdoor, bars & commercial
6 services- Outdoor Kitchen InstallationGrill islands, gas, power and sinks built to handle Chicago winters.
- Home Bars & Coffee StationsWet bars, dry bars and coffee stations built into the space you have.
- Commercial Kitchen ProjectsHoods, exhaust cleaning and grease traps for food-service kitchens.
- Commercial Kitchen Hood InstallationType I and II hoods, grease duct, fans and makeup air, built to NFPA 96.
- Commercial Hood CleaningHood, duct and roof fan degreased to bare metal, after hours.
- Grease Trap Installation & CleaningTraps and interceptors installed, cleaned and logged for inspectors.
Aurora kitchens: before and after
Before
AfterAn Aurora 1980s two-story: before and after
This one is a 1980s two-story near Far East Side. The kitchen as it was: honey-oak cathedral raised-panel cabinets with worn finish near the handles, brass knobs, almond laminate with a backsplash lip and almond appliances. What bothered the owners most: cabinets and a layout that no longer fit how they cook. After: a new layout with an island, cabinets in white uppers and dusty blue lowers, warm walnut butcher block counters and recessed lights and under-cabinet LED strips.
Kitchen Design & Layout Planning in Aurora →
Before
AfterAurora kitchen, 1990s two-story colonial: cabinet refacing
This one is a 1990s two-story colonial near Riddle Highlands. The kitchen as it was: golden-oak cabinets with oak soffits above. The reason for the call: heavy wood frames that made the room feel old. After: new five-piece shaker doors in warm white on the existing boxes, matching face-frame veneer and satin brass pulls.
Cabinet Refacing in Aurora →
Before
AfterAurora kitchen, 1980s two-story: countertop installation
This one is a 1980s two-story near Far East Side. The kitchen as it was: almond laminate with a backsplash lip and white cast-iron double sink. The reason for the call: worn laminate counters. The result: dark soapstone-look quartz countertops with a tight seam, an undermount sink and a new faucet.
Countertop Installation in Aurora →Questions from Aurora homeowners
Which parts of Aurora do you cover?
All of Aurora, including Near Eastside, Tanner, Riddle Highlands, Palace Street — ZIP 60506, 60502, 60505, 60504, 60503 — and the towns next door: Batavia, Warrenville, Naperville.
Is a building permit required for a kitchen remodel in Aurora?
Often, depending on the scope. In short: Interior remodels, structural changes and interior plumbing always need a permit; electrical/mechanical may. We tell you at the estimate and file the permit when one is needed with the Division of Building and Permits, City of Aurora.
How do I contact the Aurora building department?
Kitchen permits in Aurora go through the Division of Building and Permits, City of Aurora, phone (630) 256-3130. Applications can be filed online through the village portal. On our jobs we handle the application and book the inspections, so you rarely need to call yourself.
Aurora contractor registration: what is required?
Contractors must be registered/licensed with the City (application, required testing if applicable, proof of insurance naming the City as additional insured). Homeowners may act as own contractor if owner-occupied 6+ months with a Homeowner Liability Waiver. We take care of it before work starts.
Does Aurora require a licensed plumber for kitchen work?
Interior plumbing work requires a permit. The City pages do not state plumber licensing rules (Illinois state license applies). Our plumbing connections are made by licensed plumbers.
Does Aurora require a licensed electrician?
City tests electrical contractors (ICC Standard Residential/Master Electrician accepted in lieu of testing). Electrical work over $500 requires a licensed Electrical Contractor, even for owner-occupants. New circuits and wiring are done by licensed electricians.
Does Aurora have lead water service lines?
About 16,200 lead service lines; City submitted its service line material inventory to Illinois EPA. If yours is unconfirmed, a filter certified for lead reduction at the kitchen sink is a sensible step.
Does Aurora bulk pickup take old kitchen cabinets?
Appliances (refrigerators, stoves, water heaters) must be scheduled with hauler Groot, 630-892-9294, and carry one sticker; bulk items need stickers ($2.75 each) and bundles max 2 ft x 4 ft x 50 lb. On our jobs we haul old units and debris away, so you don't have to.
Who inspects restaurant hoods in Aurora?
Fire Prevention Bureau, 77 S. Broadway 2nd Floor, 630-256-4130. We schedule hood inspections and have the paperwork ready.
Is Aurora water hard?
Aurora's water source: Fox River surface water plus deep and shallow wells (about 60% surface / 40% well, varies); reported hardness is 7 to 8 grains per gallon (120-137 mg/L). It matters for filters, faucets, dishwashers and ice makers, and we plan fittings around it.
Does an Aurora historic district limit kitchen work?
Aurora has locally reviewed areas, including Near Eastside, Riddle Highlands, Tanner and Palace Street. Interior kitchen work is usually not reviewed; exterior changes such as new windows or vents can be. We check before anything changes outside.
How quickly can I get an estimate in Aurora?
Usually within a few days. We set a time that works for you, measure on site and send a written, itemized quote.
Do you also work near Aurora?
The same crews cover Batavia, Warrenville, Naperville, Geneva and the rest of the area.
How does the estimate work?
We look at the kitchen, measure, check plumbing and wiring where it matters and talk through options. You get a written, itemized quote; nothing starts until you approve it.
Can you update my Aurora kitchen without a full remodel?
Yes. Painting or refacing cabinets, new countertops, a backsplash or new lighting change a kitchen a lot without moving walls or plumbing.
Will the work make a mess of the house?
Floors and doorways are covered, dust is contained, and the site is cleaned at the end of each day.