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 Batavia & nearby Geneva, St. Charles
Kitchen Remodeling in Batavia, IL
Get your kitchen remodel priced by a contractor who works in Batavia — and know what to expect before the estimate visit.
- Kitchen remodels across Batavia ZIP 60510, 60539
- One project manager from drawings to final walk-through
- Permits and inspections handled for you
Kitchen problems we solve in Batavia
A kitchen remodel in Batavia usually starts with one complaint — no counter space, cabinets that are falling apart, or a room that is closed off from the rest of the house. We fix the cause, not just the look: layout, storage, lighting, wiring and plumbing, then the finishes you see every day.
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
If you can't see the family room or the backyard from the sink, we look at opening a wall or moving the sink to a window or an island.
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.
No place to sit
Kids doing homework while you cook need a place to sit. We fit an island or peninsula with proper overhang and clearance.
Small kitchen that feels cramped
We plan small kitchens around storage and light — the two things that make them feel bigger.
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.
New appliances won't fit
A 36-inch refrigerator, a panel-ready dishwasher or a range hood that vents outside often needs new cabinet openings, a new circuit or a duct run. We plan for them from day one.
What the project covers
- Design and layoutWe measure, draw the layout and walk you through 3D views and material samples before work starts.
- CabinetsNew cabinet boxes and doors in the style you choose, leveled, anchored and adjusted.
- CountertopsStone or wood counters measured on the installed cabinets, with sink and cooktop cut-outs.
- Plumbing and gasNew supply and drain lines where the sink moves, dishwasher hookup and gas for the range.
- 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.
- Project managementA single point of contact who schedules the trades and keeps you informed.
Choices you'll make
Quartz countersConsistent color, no sealing and easy cleaning; keep hot pans on a trivet.
Shaker cabinetsClean five-piece doors that suit both classic and modern kitchens, painted or stained.
Flat-panel (slab) cabinetsSlab doors with no frame — easy to wipe down and a natural fit for modern kitchens.
Luxury vinyl plankWaterproof, warm underfoot and forgiving on uneven subfloors — popular in busy kitchens.
Granite and quartziteNatural stone slabs you choose in person; heat resistant, sealed once a year or so.
Before and after: kitchens near Batavia
Before
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AfterA Batavia 1980s two-story: before and after
A 1980s two-story in Batavia, a typical kitchen for Batavia. Before: 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. The reason for the call: a dated kitchen with worn surfaces everywhere. The result: 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. Work included countertops, range hood venting, plus project management.
Before
AfterA Geneva two-story colonial from the 1990s: before and after
A two-story colonial from the 1990s near Mill Creek, a typical kitchen for Geneva. Before: 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 main complaint was worn-out cabinets and a kitchen that no longer worked. After: 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. Work included design and layout, plumbing and gas, plus project management.
Kitchen Remodeling in Geneva →Before
AfterKitchen Remodeling in a 1980s two-story, St. Charles
This one is a 1980s two-story in St. Charles. 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. What bothered the owners most: cabinets that were falling apart. After: cabinets in deep olive with unlacquered brass knobs and cup pulls, charcoal concrete-look quartz counters, a white 3x12 tile in a stacked pattern backsplash, gray wood-look porcelain plank flooring and black cage pendants and slim recessed lights. On site this meant design and layout, permits and inspections, plus project management.
Kitchen Remodeling in St. Charles →
Before
AfterBefore and after: a 1980s two-story in Batavia
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 Batavia →
Before
AfterBefore and after: a 1990s two-story colonial in Batavia
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 Batavia →From first visit to final walk-through
- In-home consultationA walk-through of your kitchen: measurements, a look behind the sink and at the panel, and your wish list.
- Design and written estimateLayout drawings, material choices and a line-item estimate you can compare.
- Ordering and permitsWe place cabinet and counter orders and submit permit drawings while you wait for delivery.
- 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 Batavia homeowners
Is it worth keeping my 1990s layout?
If the layout works, keeping it lets the budget go to cabinets and counters. We suggest changes only where they pay off.
Do you also remodel bathrooms and basements?
Our focus is kitchens, but many clients add a bathroom or basement project. Ask and we'll tell you what we can take on.
How long does a kitchen remodel take?
Weeks, not months, for most same-layout projects once materials are on site. Bigger changes such as walls or plumbing moves take longer. You get the schedule in writing.
How long will a remodeled kitchen last?
With quality boxes and proper installation, 20 years or more is normal for the main components.
Can you remove a wall to open the kitchen?
Yes, after we confirm what the wall carries. Load-bearing walls need a beam sized by an engineer and a permit — we handle both.
Does a Batavia historic district affect kitchen remodel?
Batavia has locally reviewed areas, including Downtown Historic District and City Historic Preservation Commission reviews certificates of appropriateness. Exterior changes there can need review; interior-only work usually does not. We check before anything changes on the outside.
Can Batavia bulk pickup take my old appliance or cabinets?
Refrigerators (doors removed), water heaters (drained) and dishwashers set out by calling hauler 630-587-8282 at least one day ahead, one refuse sticker each. Freon appliances arranged through the hauler. If you'd rather not deal with it, we haul old units and debris away.
What is the Batavia building department phone number?
Permits go through City of Batavia Community & Economic Development - Building Division, phone 630-454-2700. When your scope needs one, we prepare the application and schedule the inspections.
Does Batavia require a licensed plumber for kitchen remodel?
City adopts the 2014 Illinois Plumbing Code; projects installing new plumbing require a Residential Plumbing Review Sheet. Our plumbing connections are made by licensed plumbers.
Do I need a permit for kitchen remodel in Batavia?
It depends on the scope. Batavia's rule in short: Building permits are required for all construction; a Residential Alteration handout is available. We handle the permit when one is needed with City of Batavia Community & Economic Development - Building Division.
Do you work in my part of Batavia?
Yes. Our crews work across Batavia — ZIP 60510, 60539 — and nearby Geneva, St. Charles, West Chicago.
Working in Batavia
- A lot of Batavia kitchens date from the 1990s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Most Batavia homes are single-family. We protect floors and driveways and leave the site clean every day.
- Live in the Downtown Historic District? Interior kitchen work is usually not reviewed. We check before anything touches the exterior.
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Other kitchen services in Batavia
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.