1970s soffits and dropped ceilings
Fluorescent light boxes and boxed soffits were common in that era. We remove them and finish a flat ceiling ready for new lights.
Serving Bloomingdale & nearby Roselle, Glendale Heights
Kitchen Drywall & Finish Work in Bloomingdale, IL
Cracked plaster, bulky soffits and patched ceilings in Bloomingdale kitchens, finished smooth and ready for paint.
- Kitchen remodels across Bloomingdale ZIP 60108
- One project manager from drawings to final walk-through
- Permits and inspections handled for you
Wall and ceiling problems we fix in Bloomingdale kitchens
After a leak, a remodel or years of wear, kitchen walls and ceilings need a careful finisher. We patch, tape, skim and texture so repairs in your Bloomingdale kitchen blend in, and we add crown molding or trim where it finishes the room.
Cracks in walls and ceilings
We repair cracked drywall and plaster with tape and compound, not just filler, so the fix lasts through seasons.
Water-stained or sagging ceiling
Stains bleed through regular paint. We remove damaged material, patch with new board, seal the area and refinish the ceiling.
Nail pops and bad seams
Popped fasteners and visible seams show through paint, especially under kitchen lighting. We reset the fasteners and refinish the joints.
Bulky soffits above the cabinets
Many soffits are empty; some hide ducts, vent pipes or wiring. We check before demolition and plan around what we find.
No crown or worn trim
We add crown molding and replace damaged casing and baseboard so the edges of the room look sharp.
Wall damage behind the sink or range
Steam and splashes break down drywall near the sink and range. We replace damaged areas with moisture-resistant board where it makes sense.
Wall prep for paint or tile
We level and prime walls for paint, or check flatness and backing before tile goes up.
What's included
- Inspection and moisture checkWet areas are found and the source confirmed fixed before we close anything up.
- Soffit and damaged board removalSoffits, bulkheads and damaged drywall or plaster are taken down carefully.
- Framing and backingWe add backing where trim or cabinets will attach later.
- New drywallPatches and full sheets go up flat and tight to the old surface.
- Crown, casing and trimCrown molding and other trim are installed, nailed, filled and caulked.
- Primer and paint-ready finishWe seal patches with primer, and we can paint the room if you want.
- CleanupDust is vacuumed with HEPA equipment and the kitchen is wiped down.
Choices you'll make
Ceiling boardCeilings get stiffer board so they stay flat over time.
Texture finishesOrange peel, knockdown and smooth skim finishes, matched to the room.
Standard and moisture-resistant drywallHalf-inch board is standard on walls; moisture-resistant board is often used near the sink.
Plaster repair materialsBonding agents, plaster washers and setting compounds made to work with old plaster.
Joint compoundsWe use quick-setting mud for deep repairs and easy-sanding compound on top.
Before and after: kitchens near Bloomingdale
Before
AfterA Bloomingdale two-story colonial from the 1990s: before and after
The site: a two-story colonial from the 1990s in Bloomingdale. The kitchen as it was: honey-oak cathedral raised-panel cabinets with worn finish near the handles, brass knobs and a fluorescent box light in the ceiling. The main complaint was a cracked ceiling and dated lighting box. The result: soffits removed, ceiling and walls refinished smooth and painted, new crown molding. The job covered soffit and damaged board removal, framing and backing, plus primer and paint-ready finish.
Before
AfterA Roselle 1970s split-level: before and after
A 1970s split-level in Roselle, a typical kitchen for Roselle. The kitchen as it was: medium-brown stained oak cabinets with wide frames and a hanging swag lamp. What bothered the owners most: soffits that made the room feel low. The result: soffits removed, ceiling and walls refinished smooth and painted, new crown molding. The job covered framing and backing, primer and paint-ready finish, plus cleanup.
Kitchen Drywall & Finish Work in Roselle →
Before
AfterKitchen Drywall & Finish Work in a two-story colonial from the 1990s, Glendale Heights
This one is a two-story colonial from the 1990s in Glendale Heights. The kitchen as it was: golden-oak cabinets with oak soffits above and two hanging glass pendants. The main complaint was soffits that limited how tall the cabinets could be. The result: soffits removed, ceiling and walls refinished smooth and painted, new crown molding. On site this meant inspection and moisture check, crown, casing and trim, plus primer and paint-ready finish.
Kitchen Drywall & Finish Work in Glendale Heights →
Before
AfterKitchen Design & Layout Planning in a 1980s two-story, Bloomingdale
What changed: a new layout with an island, cabinets in light warm taupe, warm walnut butcher block counters and recessed lights and under-cabinet LED strips.
Kitchen Design & Layout Planning in Bloomingdale →
Before
AfterBloomingdale kitchen, 1980s two-story: accessible kitchen remodeling
A lowered warm walnut butcher block counter section with knee space under the sink, cabinets in pale mint green with brushed nickel bar 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 Bloomingdale →The project, step by step
- Look and measureAt the visit we see the damage, ask about leaks and plan the repair.
- Written estimateWe send a written price with every repair spelled out.
- Repair and finishWe remove, patch, tape and finish, allowing dry time between coats.
- Prime, paint and cleanWe seal the finish, clean up and walk through the work with you.
Kitchen Drywall & Finish Work questions from Bloomingdale homeowners
How long does kitchen drywall repair take?
It depends on size and drying time; most kitchen jobs finish within a few days.
Who do you call to fix drywall in a kitchen?
A finisher who can match texture and paint-ready surfaces. We do that every day.
Can you add crown molding to my kitchen?
We install crown and other trim to finish the room or the cabinet tops.
Do soffit removals need a permit in Bloomingdale?
Removing an empty soffit is usually simple, but rerouting what runs through it can require a permit. We confirm the requirements for Bloomingdale.
Do you fix ceilings after a leak?
We do. Water-stained ceilings get new board where needed and stain-blocking primer.
What is the Bloomingdale building department phone number?
Permits go through Building & Zoning Department, phone (630) 671-5660. When your scope needs one, we prepare the application and schedule the inspections.
Bloomingdale contractor registration: do kitchen contractors need it?
No registration application or fee to work as a contractor in Bloomingdale. Permit submittals need a detailed written scope of work. We take care of that before work starts.
Do you work in my part of Bloomingdale?
Yes. Our crews work across Bloomingdale, including Old Town Bloomingdale — ZIP 60108 — and nearby Roselle, Glendale Heights, Carol Stream.
Working in Bloomingdale
- A lot of Bloomingdale kitchens date from the 1970s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Most Bloomingdale homes are single-family. We protect floors and driveways and leave the site clean every day.
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ZIP 60108
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