Water on the floor of the sink cabinet
Puddles under the sink come from a short list of places: the trap, the strainer, the disposal or the supply side. A visit pins down which one and stops it.
Kitchen Sink Leak & Drain Repair →Serving Crystal Lake & nearby Lake Zurich, Elgin
Kitchen Plumbing Services in Crystal Lake, IL
Leaks, clogs, a new sink or faucet, a disposal or a line for the fridge: our licensed plumbers handle kitchen plumbing in Crystal Lake.
- Installers working in Crystal Lake ZIP 60014, 60012, 60098
- Hookups by licensed trades where the code calls for it
- Old unit hauled away on request
Kitchen plumbing problems we fix in Crystal Lake
We are kitchen plumbers. In Crystal Lake homes we swap sinks and faucets, fix and install disposals, clear and repair drains and run new water lines, with every connection made by a licensed plumber.
Disposal humming, jammed or dead
A disposal that hums but won't spin is usually jammed; one that does nothing may have tripped its reset. We free it, and if the motor or seals are done, we replace it.
Garbage Disposal Installation & Repair →Dishwasher hose and drain set up wrong
If the dishwasher smells or holds gray water, its drain connection may be the cause. We fix the hookup at the disposal or the sink tailpiece.
Garbage Disposal Installation & Repair →Shut-off valves that won't close
If the valves under your sink are crusted or won't turn, a repair turns into a whole-house shutdown. We change them before that happens.
Appliance Water Line Installation →Gurgling or smell from the drain
A sink that glugs when it drains is pulling air from somewhere it shouldn't. We look at the trap, the vent path and the connections.
Kitchen Sink Leak & Drain Repair →Leak after someone else's install
A new sink or faucet that has dripped since day one usually has a cross-threaded nut, a missing washer or a trap set at the wrong angle. We redo the connection.
Kitchen Sink Leak & Drain Repair →Faucet that no longer suits the kitchen
If the old faucet works but is hard to use, a pull-down spout and a single lever make a real difference. We handle the swap and the shut-offs.
Kitchen Faucet Installation →Old sink you want gone
If the sink itself is the problem, replacing it is a contained job. We take out the old one and install an undermount, drop-in or farmhouse model.
Kitchen Sink Installation & Replacement →Included with the install
- Shut-off valves and supply linesNew shut-off valves and supply hoses so the sink can be isolated quickly.
- Sink installation and replacementWe remove the old sink and mount and connect the new one.
- Disposal repair and installationJams cleared, leaks fixed and worn units replaced with the right size.
- Traps and drain linesP-traps, tailpieces and drain arms replaced and set at the right pitch.
- Drain cleaningKitchen lines cleared by hand or machine, back to the main when needed.
- Appliance water linesNew water lines run to the fridge or a new dishwasher location.
- Relocation and new linesDrain, vent and supply lines moved for an island or a new sink wall, with a permit when required.
Models, parts and fittings
Air gap or high loopTwo ways to keep dishwasher wastewater from flowing back; which one is required depends on local code.
Braided supply linesFlexible, reinforced lines that replace rigid tubes and plastic tubing.
Basket strainers and tailpiecesStainless or brass strainers bedded in putty or a gasket, with a matching tailpiece.
PVC drain and trap partsSmooth-walled drain fittings with slip joints you can open later.
Quarter-turn shut-off valvesSimple, reliable valves that replace old multi-turn stops.
Kitchen Plumbing Services before and after — Crystal Lake homes
Before
Installed
DetailKitchen Plumbing Services in a two-story colonial from the 1990s, Crystal Lake
This one is a two-story colonial from the 1990s near Downtown. What we started with: white double sink. What bothered the owners most: a corroded trap and supply valves that wouldn't close. Finished kitchen: new quarter-turn shut-off valves, braided supply lines and a new PVC trap, neatly installed under the sink. On site this meant shut-off valves and supply lines, drain cleaning, plus appliance water lines.
Before
AfterKitchen Plumbing Services in a two-story colonial from the 1990s, Lake Zurich
The site: a two-story colonial from the 1990s in Lake Zurich. Before: solid-surface integrated sink. What bothered the owners most: a wet sink cabinet and valves that wouldn't shut off. The result: new quarter-turn shut-off valves, braided supply lines and a new PVC trap, neatly installed under the sink. Work included shut-off valves and supply lines, sink installation and replacement, plus relocation and new lines.
Kitchen Plumbing Services in Lake Zurich →
Before
AfterElgin kitchen, 1980s two-story: kitchen plumbing services
This one is a 1980s two-story near Gifford Park. What we started with: white cast-iron double sink. What bothered the owners most: old valves and a trap that leaked into the cabinet. Finished kitchen: new quarter-turn shut-off valves, braided supply lines and a new PVC trap, neatly installed under the sink. The job covered sink installation and replacement, disposal repair and installation, plus relocation and new lines.
Kitchen Plumbing Services in Elgin →
Before
AfterA Crystal Lake 1980s two-story: before and after
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 Crystal Lake →
Before
AfterA Crystal Lake 1980s two-story: before and after
What changed: the same doors sprayed in creamy white uppers and navy lowers, new matte black pulls; counters and floor stayed as they were.
Kitchen Cabinet Painting in Crystal Lake →From the old unit to the new one
- Call or send photosDescribe the problem or the new fixture, and send a picture under the sink if you can.
- We look on siteA licensed plumber checks the valves, drain and connections and confirms the fix.
- Written estimateAn itemized quote for the repair or install, so there are no surprises.
- Repair or installWe do the work, run water through every joint and clean up the cabinet.
Kitchen Plumbing Services questions from Crystal Lake homeowners
My home may have a lead service line. What should I do in the kitchen?
Look up your address in the service line inventory. Until a lead line is replaced, filtering kitchen drinking water with a lead-certified system is a practical precaution.
Why does my sink back up when the dishwasher runs?
Usually a blockage in the drain the two share, or a disposal that hasn't cleared. We clear the line and check the hookup.
Do I need a licensed plumber for kitchen plumbing in Illinois?
Yes for plumbing work. Illinois licenses plumbers through the Department of Public Health, and adding or relocating lines typically means a permit from your village as well.
Do you also work on water heaters, sump pumps or bathrooms?
Our focus is kitchen plumbing. For other parts of the house, ask and we'll tell you whether it is something we take on.
Is it worth calling a plumber for a slow drain?
When the sink backs up repeatedly or both bowls are affected, call us. The blockage is usually past the trap.
Is Crystal Lake water hard, and does it matter for kitchen plumbing job?
Crystal Lake's water source: Groundwater only: 11 city wells (shallow sand and gravel aquifers 100-250 ft and deep sandstone 1,000-1,450 ft) feeding five treatment plants, with ion exchange softening. We plan fittings and filters around it.
Crystal Lake building permit for kitchen plumbing job: where do I apply?
Permits go through City of Crystal Lake Community Development - Building Division (ezAPP online permits), phone (815) 356-3605. When your scope needs one, we prepare the application and schedule the inspections.
Does Crystal Lake have lead service lines?
Public interactive lead service line inventory map; no lead in source water. A filter certified for lead reduction is a sensible step until your line is confirmed or replaced.
Does Crystal Lake require a licensed plumber for kitchen plumbing job?
Plumbing work requires a copy of the plumber's license, State plumbing contractor registration, and an original plumber's letter of intent (notarized or with corporate seal). Our plumbing connections are made by licensed plumbers.
Do I need a permit for kitchen plumbing job 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 Plumbing Services nearby
Other kitchen services in Crystal Lake
Kitchen RemodelingFull kitchen remodels, from layout to last cabinet pull.
Kitchen Cabinet PaintingFactory-smooth painted cabinets without replacing them.
Cabinet RefacingNew doors and fronts on your existing cabinet boxes.
Countertop Fabrication & InstallationQuartz, granite and butcher block, templated and installed.
Kitchen Backsplash InstallationTile backsplashes with clean lines and flush outlets.