Original laminate from the 1990s
Original 1990s laminate with a rolled backsplash is the most common replacement we do — quartz or granite and a tile backsplash above.
Serving Bartlett & nearby Hanover Park, Carol Stream
Countertop Installation in Bartlett, IL
New countertops in Bartlett: talk to a fabricator about slabs, templating and install dates.
- Crews working in Bartlett ZIP 60103, 60120
- Most jobs done in days, with your kitchen still usable
- Samples and a written quote before we start
Countertop problems we fix in Bartlett
New countertops change a Bartlett kitchen in a day once the slab is cut. We help you choose the material, template the cabinets on site, fabricate the tops with your sink and cooktop cut-outs and install them with tight seams.
Counters that stain easily
Unsealed granite and marble absorb oil and wine. Quartz never needs sealing; natural stone needs regular sealing.
Undermount sink coming loose
A sagging undermount sink pulls away from the counter and leaks. New tops come with properly mounted sink clips or support.
Stained or burned laminate
Swollen laminate around the sink and scorch marks by the stove — it is time for a surface that stands up to daily use.
Tile counters with dirty grout
Grout lines that never come clean and chipped tile edges are typical complaints. A solid slab is easier to clean and to work on.
Cracked or chipped stone
A small chip can be filled; a crack through the slab or around the sink usually means replacement.
Speckled builder granite
Busy speckled granite from the 2000s dates the kitchen. A calm quartz or a veined slab refreshes the look without new cabinets.
Not enough counter space
A bigger island top or a new peninsula adds workspace; we add support brackets where the overhang needs it.
What the work covers
- Material selectionWe guide you through materials, colors and finishes and reserve your slab.
- Old countertop removalCareful tear-out of the old tops and disposal, protecting cabinets and walls.
- Digital templatingPrecise templates of the installed cabinets, walls and appliances.
- FabricationSlabs cut to template with your chosen edge and all cut-outs done in the shop.
- Installation and seamsTops set, seams joined with color-matched epoxy, and edges cleaned.
- Undermount sink mountingWe mount and seal the sink to the stone so it is ready for plumbing.
- Backsplash optionsA matching 4-inch stone splash or a full-height slab backsplash.
Options to choose from
Edge profilesMost kitchens get an eased edge; a mitered edge makes thick-looking islands.
LaminateToday's laminate imitates stone and wood well and is the lowest-cost option.
QuartziteMarble-like veining with more hardness than marble. Ask for a true quartzite.
Butcher blockWarm wood surface, often for islands. Oil it regularly; sand out scratches.
GraniteNatural stone with strong heat resistance. Each slab is unique; seal it periodically.
Kitchens like yours in Bartlett: before and after
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DetailBartlett kitchen, 1990s two-story colonial: countertop installation
The site: a 1990s two-story colonial in Bartlett. What we started with: white Corian-style solid surface with a yellowed seam and solid-surface integrated sink. What bothered the owners most: counters that looked dated. The result: black honed granite countertops with a tight seam, an undermount sink and a new faucet. The job covered material selection, installation and seams, plus undermount sink mounting.
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AfterHanover Park kitchen, 1970s tract home: countertop installation
A 1970s tract home near Ontarioville, a typical kitchen for Hanover Park. The kitchen as it was: harvest-gold laminate and stainless double sink. The reason for the call: laminate that had seen better days. After: white quartz with soft gray veining countertops with a tight seam, an undermount sink and a new faucet. The job covered material selection, old countertop removal, plus installation and seams.
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AfterA Carol Stream 1990s two-story colonial: before and after
The site: a 1990s two-story colonial in Carol Stream. What we started with: white ceramic tile with dark stained grout lines and white double sink. The main complaint was tile counters with grout that never looked clean. The result: warm walnut butcher block countertops with a tight seam, an undermount sink and a new faucet. On site this meant digital templating, fabrication, plus backsplash options.
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Before
AfterBefore and after: a 1980s two-story in Bartlett
Finished: a white 2x8 tile in a vertical stack backsplash with clean edges and outlets set flush.
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Before
AfterKitchen Remodeling in a 1980s two-story, Bartlett
Finished: cabinets in warm taupe with satin brass pulls, warm walnut butcher block counters, a gray beveled subway tile backsplash, light beige 18x18 porcelain tile flooring and recessed lights and under-cabinet LED strips.
Kitchen Remodeling in Bartlett →How the job goes
- Choose your materialVisit a slab yard or look at samples at home; we help you choose.
- TemplateWe measure the installed cabinets on site with digital templating.
- FabricationSlabs are cut, edged and drilled for sink, faucet and cooktop.
- InstallationOld tops out, new tops in, seams joined and sink mounted — usually in a day.
- HookupFaucet, drain and disposal are reconnected once the sealant cures.
Countertop Installation questions from Bartlett homeowners
What's the downside of quartz countertops?
It can scorch under hot pans and isn't rated for outdoor use; otherwise it's very low maintenance.
Do my cabinets need to be replaced for stone?
Not usually. Most solid cabinets carry stone fine; we check level and support and reinforce where needed.
Quartz or granite — which is better?
Quartz is easier to care for; granite takes heat better and every slab is different. We help you compare.
How long from template to installation?
Usually one to two weeks, depending on the material. You get the installation date at the template visit.
Do you install backsplashes too?
Yes: a stone backsplash from the same slab, or tile after the counters are installed.
Do I need a Bartlett-registered contractor for countertop installation?
All contractors must be licensed by the Village of Bartlett (per trade); licensing questions via Main Office 630-837-0800. We take care of that before work starts.
What is the Bartlett building department phone number?
Permits go through Building Division (Planning & Development Services), phone 630-540-5920. When your scope needs one, we prepare the application and schedule the inspections.
Do I need a permit for countertop installation in Bartlett?
It depends on the scope. Bartlett's rule in short: Building permits are required for all construction and home improvement projects, whether done by homeowner or contractor; Remodel is a listed permit type. We handle the permit when one is needed with Building Division (Planning & Development Services).
Do you work in my part of Bartlett?
Yes. Our crews work across Bartlett — ZIP 60103, 60120 — and nearby Hanover Park, Carol Stream, Bloomingdale.
Working in Bartlett
- A lot of Bartlett kitchens date from the 1990s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Most Bartlett homes are single-family. We protect floors and driveways and leave the site clean every day.
- We know how Building Division (Planning & Development Services) handles kitchen permits and pull them for you.
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Countertop RepairChips, cracks, seams and burns fixed without replacing the top.
Kitchen Backsplash InstallationTile backsplashes with clean lines and flush outlets.
Kitchen Sink Installation & ReplacementNew sinks, undermount and farmhouse styles.
Kitchen RemodelingFull kitchen remodels, from layout to last cabinet pull.
Kitchen Cabinet PaintingFactory-smooth painted cabinets without replacing them.