Soffits above the cabinets
Soffits waste the top foot of the wall. We open them up, deal with any duct inside and run cabinets to the ceiling.
Serving Aurora & nearby Batavia, Warrenville
Kitchen Remodeling in Aurora, IL
Get your kitchen remodel priced by a contractor who works in Aurora — and know what to expect before the estimate visit.
- Kitchen remodels across Aurora ZIP 60506, 60502, 60505, 60504, 60503
- One project manager from drawings to final walk-through
- Permits and inspections handled for you
Kitchen problems we solve in Aurora
Most Aurora homeowners call us about one thing that bothers them every day: a cramped layout, worn-out cabinets or a dark, closed kitchen. We plan the whole room around how you cook, then handle cabinets, counters, flooring, lighting and the trades behind the walls.
Tile counters and fluorescent box lights
We replace tile or laminate counters with quartz or granite and swap the fluorescent box for recessed LEDs — two changes that make the kitchen feel new.
Kitchen cut off from the family room
A kitchen that faces a wall while the family is in the next room — we look at opening up the wall or turning the layout so the cook faces the room.
The kitchen is dark
Good kitchen light comes in layers: recessed cans for the room, pendants over the island and under-cabinet LEDs on the counters. We wire all three on their own controls.
Dated look
Oak cabinets, tile counters and a dropped light box make a kitchen look its age. New surfaces and lighting bring it up to date.
Not enough storage
We add tall pantry cabinets, deep drawers for pots, pull-outs for spices and trays, and cabinets that run to the ceiling instead of stopping a foot short.
Two people can't cook at once
When the sink, range and fridge sit in a line with no landing space, we rearrange the zones and widen the aisle to a comfortable 42 inches where the room allows.
Small kitchen that feels cramped
Taller cabinets, a counter-depth fridge, lighter colors and a peninsula instead of an island make a small kitchen work harder.
Everything in a kitchen remodel
- CabinetsNew cabinet boxes and doors in the style you choose, leveled, anchored and adjusted.
- CountertopsQuartz, granite, quartzite or butcher block, templated after the cabinets are set.
- Backsplash and tileTile backsplash with straight grout lines, finished edges and outlets brought out to the tile surface.
- Plumbing and gasSink, faucet, dishwasher and ice-maker lines, plus gas line changes by licensed trades.
- Electrical and lightingCircuits for the range, microwave and dishwasher, code-compliant outlets and layered lighting.
- Permits and inspectionsPermit applications, scheduled inspections and sign-off are part of the job, not extras.
- Range hood ventingWe run the duct for a vented hood through the wall or roof and seal it against drafts.
Choices you'll make
Granite and quartziteNatural stone slabs you choose in person; heat resistant, sealed once a year or so.
Shaker cabinetsClean five-piece doors that suit both classic and modern kitchens, painted or stained.
Luxury vinyl plankWaterproof, warm underfoot and forgiving on uneven subfloors — popular in busy kitchens.
Quartz countersConsistent color, no sealing and easy cleaning; keep hot pans on a trivet.
Hardwood flooringRuns continuously from kitchen to living areas; can be sanded and refinished later.
Kitchens like yours in Aurora: before and after
Before
In progress
AfterAn Aurora two-story colonial from the 1990s: before and after
This one is a two-story colonial from the 1990s near West Side. Before: golden-oak cabinets with oak soffits above, white Corian-style solid surface with a yellowed seam, 12-inch beige ceramic tile and two hanging glass pendants. The reason for the call: a kitchen that looked and worked like it was decades old. Finished kitchen: cabinets in white uppers and deep green lowers with unlacquered brass knobs and cup pulls, warm walnut butcher block counters, a green zellige-look tile backsplash, warm oak luxury vinyl plank flooring and recessed lights and under-cabinet LED strips. On site this meant cabinets, countertops, plus electrical and lighting.
Before
AfterKitchen Remodeling in a 1990s two-story colonial, Batavia
The site: a 1990s two-story colonial in Batavia. What we started with: honey-oak cathedral raised-panel cabinets with worn finish near the handles, brass knobs, almond laminate with a backsplash lip, beige sheet vinyl and a fluorescent box light in the ceiling. What bothered the owners most: a dated kitchen with worn surfaces everywhere. After: cabinets in pale sage with unlacquered brass knobs and cup pulls, charcoal concrete-look quartz counters, a terracotta-look square tile backsplash, light oak hardwood flooring and black cage pendants and slim recessed lights. On site this meant countertops, plumbing and gas, plus permits and inspections.
Kitchen Remodeling in Batavia →
Before
AfterBefore and after: a two-story colonial from the 1990s in Warrenville
The site: a two-story colonial from the 1990s near Fox Hollow. What we started with: white thermofoil cabinets peeling at the edges, oak trim, white ceramic tile with dark stained grout lines, oak parquet and a brass chandelier over the nook. The reason for the call: cabinets that were falling apart. The result: cabinets in muted aubergine with matte black pulls, dark soapstone-look quartz counters, a terracotta-look square tile backsplash, hickory luxury vinyl plank flooring and two glass pendants and recessed lights. On site this meant countertops, electrical and lighting, plus range hood venting.
Kitchen Remodeling in Warrenville →
Before
AfterKitchen Design & Layout Planning in a two-story colonial from the 1990s, Aurora
What changed: 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, two-story colonial from the 1990s: kitchen cabinet installation & replacement
What changed: new cabinets in warm taupe with satin brass pulls, installed level and ready for dark soapstone-look quartz counters.
Kitchen Cabinet Installation & Replacement in Aurora →How your kitchen remodel goes
- In-home consultationWe measure the room, look at the walls, wiring and plumbing and listen to what isn't working.
- Design and written estimateA drawn plan, a materials list and a written, itemized quote.
- Ordering and permitsCabinets are ordered — lead times are often several weeks — and we file the permit.
- ConstructionDemolition, rough plumbing and electrical, inspections, then cabinets, counters, tile and lighting.
- Final walk-throughPunch-list fixes, final cleaning and a walk-through before we call the job done.
Kitchen Remodeling questions from Aurora homeowners
Is it worth keeping my 1990s layout?
Often yes — keeping plumbing and gas where they are saves time and money. We change the layout only where it fixes a real problem.
What does a kitchen remodel cost?
There's no honest number without seeing the room. We measure, discuss options and send a detailed written estimate.
Can we live at home during the remodel?
Most families do. We seal the work area with dust walls and help you set up a temporary kitchen with the fridge and a microwave in another room.
Can I keep my appliances?
Yes — tell us the model numbers and we size the cabinets around them, or leave room for upgrades.
Do you help with design and choosing materials?
We handle the design: layout, appliance plan, cabinet style, counters and tile, with samples you can see at home.
Does kitchen remodel need a Aurora building permit, and who files it?
Permits go through Division of Building and Permits, City of Aurora, phone (630) 256-3130. When your scope needs one, we prepare the application and schedule the inspections.
Do I need historic review for kitchen remodel in Aurora?
Aurora has locally reviewed areas, including Near Eastside, Riddle Highlands, Tanner and Palace Street. Exterior changes there can need review; interior-only work usually does not. We check before anything changes on the outside.
Does Aurora require a licensed plumber for kitchen remodel?
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 for kitchen remodel?
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.
What happens to the old cabinets and debris in Aurora?
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. If you'd rather not deal with it, we haul old units and debris away.
Do I need a permit for kitchen remodel in Aurora?
It depends on the scope. Aurora's rule in short: Interior remodels, structural changes and interior plumbing always need a permit; electrical/mechanical may. We handle the permit when one is needed with Division of Building and Permits, City of Aurora.
Do you work in my part of Aurora?
Yes. Our crews work across Aurora, including Near Eastside, Tanner, Riddle Highlands, Palace Street — ZIP 60506, 60502, 60505, 60504, 60503 — and nearby Batavia, Warrenville, Naperville.
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.
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Kitchen Design & Layout PlanningLayouts, 3D plans and material picks before work starts.
Kitchen Cabinet Installation & ReplacementNew cabinets installed, leveled and ready for counters.
Countertop Fabrication & InstallationQuartz, granite and butcher block, templated and installed.
Kitchen Backsplash InstallationTile backsplashes with clean lines and flush outlets.
Kitchen Cabinet PaintingFactory-smooth painted cabinets without replacing them.