Closet that could be a pantry
If there's a closet off the kitchen or hall, it may hold more food than a new cabinet, once the shelving is rebuilt.
Serving Bolingbrook & nearby Woodridge, Naperville
Pantry Design & Installation in Bolingbrook, IL
We design and build kitchen pantries in Bolingbrook: tall pantry cabinets, reach-in closet conversions and walk-in pantry shelving.
- Local crews working in Bolingbrook ZIP 60440, 60490
- Design, permits and every trade on one schedule
- A written, itemized estimate before any work
Pantry problems we fix in Bolingbrook
Some kitchens need a pantry cabinet on a free wall; others have a hall closet or an unused nook begging to become one. Our Bolingbrook crew measures the space, sets shelf depths for cans, boxes and bulk items, and installs it so nothing sags or hides at the back.
Dark pantry closet
A closet pantry without light is hard to use, especially at the back corners. Adding a light is often part of the job.
Small appliances crowding the counter
Moving rarely used appliances into the pantry clears the counter. We size a sturdy shelf or a pull-out for the heavy ones.
Walk-in pantry that wastes space
Walk-ins often have deep shelves on one side and nothing on the other. We rebalance the layout so both walls work.
Bulk buys with nowhere to go
Warehouse-size packs need taller openings and floor space. We plan a section of the pantry for them so they don't end up in the garage.
No pantry at all
Kitchens built without a pantry can usually gain one, either as a full-height cabinet or by converting a nearby closet.
Wire shelves bending under the weight
Jars tipping through the wires and shelves sloping toward the front are signs the wire shelving has had enough.
Pantry cabinet with fixed shelves
A tall pantry cabinet with fixed shelves only works for the front few inches. Roll-out drawers inside it make the whole depth usable.
What's included
- Pantry inventoryWe look at what you store, how much and how often you reach for it.
- Choosing the pantry typeCabinet, reach-in closet or walk-in, based on the space you have.
- Removing old shelvingWire racks and old shelves removed and the walls patched and painted.
- Lighting and outletsA light switched at the door and power for an appliance shelf if you want one.
- Shelving and drawersSolid shelves on cleats or standards, pull-out drawers and baskets installed.
- Pantry cabinetsFull-height pantry units installed and trimmed to the existing cabinets.
- Door racks and finishingRacks on the door, trim work and a walkthrough when it's done.
Finishes and options
Walk-in pantryA small room lined with shelving, sometimes with a counter or appliance zone.
Reach-in pantryA shallow closet pantry where everything is in reach without stepping in.
Wood and melamine shelvingPainted wood or wipeable melamine shelving, built to the walls.
Pull-out drawers and basketsDrawers that bring the back of a deep shelf to the front.
Pantry cabinetsFull-height cabinets with roll-outs or doors with racks, fitted to a kitchen wall.
What the work looks like in Bolingbrook homes
Before
AfterPantry Design & Installation in a 1990s two-story colonial, Bolingbrook
A 1990s two-story colonial near Heritage Creek, a typical kitchen for Bolingbrook. The reason for the call: a pantry closet with wire shelves sagging under food. Finished kitchen: the closet next to the kitchen rebuilt as a pantry with solid wood shelves, pull-out baskets on the bottom and a light. Work included pantry inventory, choosing the pantry type, plus door racks and finishing.
Before
AfterPantry Design & Installation in a 1990s two-story colonial, Lisle
A 1990s two-story colonial near The Meadows, a typical kitchen for Lisle. The reason for the call: food buried on shelves too deep to see into. Finished kitchen: the closet next to the kitchen rebuilt as a pantry with solid wood shelves, pull-out baskets on the bottom and a light. Work included pantry inventory, shelving and drawers, plus pantry cabinets.
Pantry Design & Installation in Lisle →
Before
AfterPlainfield kitchen, 2000s two-story with an open kitchen: pantry design & installation
A 2000s two-story with an open kitchen in Plainfield, a typical kitchen for Plainfield. The reason for the call: food buried on shelves too deep to see into. After: the closet next to the kitchen rebuilt as a pantry with solid wood shelves, pull-out baskets on the bottom and a light. On site this meant removing old shelving, shelving and drawers, plus pantry cabinets.
Pantry Design & Installation in Plainfield →
Before
AfterBolingbrook kitchen, 1990s two-story colonial: built-in breakfast nook & banquette
Finished: a built-in banquette bench with storage drawers and cushions under the window, with a round pedestal table.
Built-In Breakfast Nook & Banquette in Bolingbrook →
Before
AfterBefore and after: a two-story colonial from the 1990s in Bolingbrook
A new island in terracotta with a warm walnut butcher block top and seating.
Kitchen Island & Peninsula Installation in Bolingbrook →How your pantry project goes
- Show us the spaceSend photos of the closet, wall or room you're thinking about, plus what you need to store.
- Measure and designA site visit to measure and lay out shelves, drawers, lighting and door.
- Written estimateA written quote that lists each part of the pantry and what is included.
- Build and installWe build, install and finish the pantry, then walk you through it.
Pantry Design & Installation questions from Bolingbrook homeowners
What should go in a pantry besides food?
Many people keep appliances, cleaning supplies and pet food there too. We size the shelving around all of it.
Do I need a permit for a new pantry?
Permits come into it when the pantry involves framing or electrical work. We check with the village before starting.
How can I add a pantry to my existing kitchen?
Find the space first: a blank wall, an old desk area, a broom closet. Then we build the pantry into it.
How much does it cost to install a pantry?
Shelving type, drawers, lighting and any framing drive the price. The written estimate shows all of it.
Can a closet become a pantry?
Yes, and it's one of the most common pantry projects. We remove the closet rod and shelf and build food shelving on three sides.
What is the Bolingbrook building department phone number?
Permits go through Building Division (Community Development), Village of Bolingbrook, phone (630) 226-8470. When your scope needs one, we prepare the application and schedule the inspections.
Do I need a Bolingbrook-registered contractor for pantry project?
The Village has a Contractor Registration form on its permit portal. We take care of that before work starts.
Do I need a permit for pantry project in Bolingbrook?
It depends on the scope. Bolingbrook's rule in short: Permits are required for new construction, renovations, additions, alterations and repairs and must be obtained before work starts. We handle the permit when one is needed with Building Division (Community Development), Village of Bolingbrook.
Do you work in my part of Bolingbrook?
Yes. Our crews work across Bolingbrook, including Westbury, Colonial Village, Heritage Creek — ZIP 60440, 60490 — and nearby Woodridge, Naperville, Lisle.
Working in Bolingbrook
- A lot of Bolingbrook kitchens date from the 1970s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Most Bolingbrook homes are single-family. We protect floors and driveways and leave the site clean every day.
- We know how Building Division (Community Development), Village of Bolingbrook handles kitchen permits and pull them for you.
WestburyColonial VillageHeritage Creek
ZIP 60440ZIP 60490
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Other kitchen services in Bolingbrook
Pull-Out Shelves & Cabinet OrganizersRoll-out shelves and organizers built to fit your existing cabinets.
Built-In Breakfast Nook & BanquetteBuilt-in bench seating with storage for corners, bays and nooks.
Kitchen Island & Peninsula InstallationNew islands and peninsulas with seating and storage.
Kitchen RemodelingFull kitchen remodels, from layout to last cabinet pull.
Kitchen Cabinet PaintingFactory-smooth painted cabinets without replacing them.