Several layers of old flooring
Kitchens often hide two or three layers of vinyl and plywood. We remove what's needed to get back to a sound, flat base and keep the height right at the doorways.
Serving Crystal Lake & nearby Lake Zurich, Elgin
Kitchen Flooring Installation in Crystal Lake, IL
Luxury vinyl plank, porcelain tile or hardwood laid flat and finished at every doorway in Crystal Lake kitchens.
- Crews working in Crystal Lake ZIP 60014, 60012, 60098
- Most jobs done in days, with your kitchen still usable
- Samples and a written quote before we start
Kitchen floor problems we fix in Crystal Lake
A kitchen floor takes water, dropped pans and constant traffic. In Crystal Lake we remove the old flooring, fix and flatten the subfloor, then install luxury vinyl plank, porcelain tile or hardwood and finish the transitions into the rooms next door.
Clashing floors between rooms
Different floors meeting at odd lines look patched. We plan transitions at doorways and use thresholds or reducers that match.
Cold, hard tile underfoot
We can install radiant floor heat under new tile, or recommend LVP or wood for a softer, warmer feel.
Soft or bouncy spots
Bounce in front of the dishwasher usually means damaged subfloor. We open it up, replace it and then install.
Cracked or curling sheet vinyl
Torn vinyl and lifting seams collect dirt and let water under. We remove it and lay a floor made for kitchens.
Wood floor damaged by water
Wood that buckles in front of the sink is a sign of moisture. We repair or replace it once the leak is found.
Floor stops at the cabinets — or runs under them
Whether flooring goes under cabinets depends on the material and whether new cabinets are coming. We'll recommend one or the other.
Squeaky floor
Squeaks come from loose subfloor on the joists. With the old flooring up, we screw the subfloor down before installing.
What the work covers
- Material choice and samplesSamples at home so you can see the floor next to your cabinets and counters.
- Old flooring removalTear-out down to a sound base, with the debris removed.
- Subfloor repair and flatteningWe fix soft spots and squeaks and flatten the subfloor for the new material.
- Underlayment or membraneUnderlayment for plank floors, cement board or an uncoupling membrane for tile.
- Floor installationThe new floor laid straight from the main sight line, with expansion gaps where needed.
- Grouting and finishingFinal details on the floor surface, including grout or finish.
- Appliances back in placeAppliances returned, reconnected and checked for leaks; the room cleaned.
Finishes we offer
Luxury vinyl plank (LVP)Water-resistant, warmer and softer than tile, quick to install; a good fit for busy kitchens with kids and pets.
Ceramic tileGlazed ceramic floor tile in many sizes and colors.
Wood-look plank tilePorcelain planks that look like wood but take water like tile.
Hardwood and engineered woodSolid or engineered wood that matches adjoining rooms; wipe spills quickly.
Underlayment and membranesFoam or cork underlayment under planks, acoustic underlayment for condos, uncoupling membrane under tile.
What the work looks like in Crystal Lake homes
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DetailCrystal Lake kitchen, 1990s two-story colonial: kitchen flooring installation
This one is a 1990s two-story colonial near Coventry. The kitchen as it was: beige sheet vinyl. What bothered the owners most: linoleum that was splitting at the seams. Finished kitchen: hickory luxury vinyl plank flooring through the kitchen with clean transitions. Work included material choice and samples, floor installation, plus grouting and finishing.
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AfterBefore and after: a 1990s two-story colonial in Elgin
A 1990s two-story colonial near Downtown, a typical kitchen for Elgin. What we started with: 12-inch beige ceramic tile. What bothered the owners most: cold, dated tile with stained grout. Finished kitchen: hickory luxury vinyl plank flooring through the kitchen with clean transitions. On site this meant old flooring removal, subfloor repair and flattening, plus floor installation.
Kitchen Flooring Installation in Elgin →
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AfterA Hoffman Estates 1970s split-level: before and after
This one is a 1970s split-level in Hoffman Estates. What we started with: brick-pattern sheet vinyl. What bothered the owners most: cracked, curling sheet vinyl. The result: gray wood-look porcelain plank flooring through the kitchen with clean transitions. The job covered old flooring removal, underlayment or membrane, plus grouting and finishing.
Kitchen Flooring Installation in Hoffman Estates →
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AfterCrystal Lake kitchen, two-story colonial from the 1990s: hardwood floor repair & refinishing
What changed: the oak floor sanded and refinished with a satin clear finish, grain visible and the water marks gone.
Hardwood Floor Repair & Refinishing in Crystal Lake →
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AfterCrystal Lake kitchen, 1980s two-story: kitchen cabinet installation & replacement
What changed: new cabinets in light greige uppers and muted blue lowers with satin brass pulls, installed level and ready for charcoal concrete-look quartz counters.
Kitchen Cabinet Installation & Replacement in Crystal Lake →How your kitchen flooring installation goes
- Choose the floorWe compare LVP, tile and wood for your kitchen and your budget.
- Measure and checkA visit to measure and test the subfloor for flatness and soft spots.
- Prep the kitchenAppliances out, old floor up, subfloor repaired and leveled.
- Install and finishNew floor down, edges trimmed, thresholds set and the kitchen cleaned.
Kitchen Flooring Installation questions from Crystal Lake homeowners
Do you move the appliances?
We do. Appliances come out before tear-out and go back in when the floor is finished.
LVP or tile in the kitchen?
Choose LVP for comfort and speed, tile for longevity. Both handle spills well.
Can you match the floor in the next room?
If the floor is still available or the wood can be woven in, yes. Otherwise we choose a complementary one.
What affects the cost of a kitchen floor?
The material, the size of the kitchen, tear-out, subfloor repair and how many transitions there are. We give a written, itemized estimate after the visit.
Is luxury vinyl plank waterproof?
Most rigid-core LVP is highly water-resistant on the surface, but water can still get under it at the edges, so spills should be wiped up.
Can Crystal Lake bulk pickup take my old appliance or cabinets?
Hauler: Lakeshore Recycling Systems (LRS), (844) 633-3577. One bulk item per week included. If you'd rather not deal with it, we haul old units and debris away.
What kind of Crystal Lake homes do you work in?
In Crystal Lake we see Many older lakeshore homes varying in size and style and Downtown homes range in size and age. Each comes with its own walls, wiring and plumbing, and we plan the job around them.
Do I need a permit for kitchen flooring installation in Crystal Lake?
It depends on the scope. Crystal Lake's rule in short: Kitchen alteration handout (Nov 2019) requires a contractor list and two sets of plans showing floor plans, electrical layout, structure and plumbing changes; inspections for rough electrical, plumbing, framing, insulation and final. We handle the permit when one is needed with City of Crystal Lake Community Development - Building Division.
Do you work in my part of Crystal Lake?
Yes. Our crews work across Crystal Lake, including Downtown, Coventry, Four Colonies, The Villages — ZIP 60014, 60012, 60098 — and nearby Lake Zurich, Elgin, Hoffman Estates.
Working in Crystal Lake
- A lot of Crystal Lake kitchens date from the 1990s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Most Crystal Lake 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.
DowntownCoventryFour ColoniesThe VillagesWedgewoodBurtons Bridge
ZIP 60014ZIP 60012ZIP 60098
Kitchen Flooring Installation nearby
Other kitchen services in Crystal Lake
Kitchen Subfloor RepairSoft spots, rot and squeaks fixed at the structure under the floor.
Hardwood Floor Repair & RefinishingSanding, refinishing and board repairs for kitchen hardwood floors.
Kitchen Cabinet Installation & ReplacementNew cabinets installed, leveled and ready for counters.
Kitchen RemodelingFull kitchen remodels, from layout to last cabinet pull.
Kitchen Cabinet PaintingFactory-smooth painted cabinets without replacing them.