Refreshing 1970s kitchens
A lot of local kitchens are from the 1970s. The footprint often works; doors, counters, soffits and lighting are what date them.
Serving Downers Grove & nearby Lisle, Woodridge
Kitchen Projects in Downers Grove, IL
Remodels, cabinets, countertops, plumbing, appliances and repairs for Downers Grove homes, with crews that work here every week.
- Local crews working in Downers Grove ZIP 60515, 60516
- Remodels, cabinets, counters, plumbing, appliances and repairs
- In-home estimate and a written quote before any work
Working in Downers Grove
- A lot of Downers Grove kitchens date from the 1970s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Most Downers Grove 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.
Denburn WoodsShady Lane EstatesE.H. Prince Subdivision
ZIP 60515ZIP 60516
Nearby towns
What Downers Grove kitchens usually need
Opening up closed kitchens
Many houses here have a kitchen tucked behind a wall. Opening it with an engineered beam is one of the bigger changes we make.
Permits and inspections
We check what the village requires for your scope and handle permits and inspections when they apply.
Lead-safe work on older paint
Most homes here were built before 1980, so we work lead-safe on older painted surfaces: containment, no dry sanding and HEPA cleanup.
Kitchen services in Downers Grove
Remodeling & design
8 services- Kitchen RemodelingFull kitchen remodels, from layout to last cabinet pull.
- Kitchen Design & Layout PlanningLayouts, 3D plans and material picks before work starts.
- Accessible Kitchen RemodelingKitchens that work for every age and ability.
- Kitchen AdditionsBump-outs that add room for an island or dining area.
- Kitchen Wall Removal & Structural AssessmentOpen the kitchen up with an engineered beam.
- Kitchen Drywall & Finish WorkDrywall and plaster repair, soffit removal, ceilings, texture and trim.
- Kitchen Window ReplacementReplace or enlarge the window over the sink, trimmed and sealed.
- Kitchen Island & Peninsula InstallationNew islands and peninsulas with seating and storage.
Plumbing & water
9 services- Kitchen Plumbing ServicesSinks, faucets, disposals, drains and supply lines, done by licensed plumbers.
- Kitchen Sink Installation & ReplacementNew sinks, undermount and farmhouse styles.
- Kitchen Faucet InstallationFaucet swaps and new pull-down faucets.
- Garbage Disposal Installation & RepairDisposals unjammed, repaired or replaced, with the drain connected right.
- Kitchen Plumbing RelocationMove the sink to the island or another wall, drain and vent done right.
- Appliance Water Line InstallationFridge, ice maker and pot filler lines with a real shut-off valve.
- Kitchen Sink Leak & Drain RepairLeaking traps, strainers and drain pipes under the sink, fixed.
- Kitchen Drain CleaningSlow or backed-up kitchen sinks cleared, grease and all.
- Under-Sink Water FiltrationUnder-sink filters and reverse osmosis systems.
Restoration, cleaning & pests
7 services- Kitchen Damage RestorationWater, mold and fire damage cleaned up and repaired.
- Kitchen Water Damage RestorationLeaks stopped, water extracted, cabinets and floors dried and rebuilt.
- Kitchen Mold RemediationMoisture source fixed, mold contained and removed, kitchen rebuilt.
- Kitchen Fire & Smoke RestorationSoot cleaned, smoke odor removed, burned cabinets and walls rebuilt.
- Kitchen Deep CleaningDegreased cabinets, hood and backsplash, appliances cleaned inside and out.
- Post-Renovation CleaningFine dust, labels and residue removed so the new kitchen is ready to use.
- Kitchen Pest ControlRoaches, mice and ants treated, entry points sealed, food areas protected.
Cabinets & storage
13 services- Kitchen Cabinet ServicesPainting, refacing, repairs or brand-new cabinets.
- Kitchen Cabinet PaintingFactory-smooth painted cabinets without replacing them.
- Cabinet Refinishing & StainingRe-stained wood cabinets with the grain still showing.
- Cabinet RefacingNew doors and fronts on your existing cabinet boxes.
- Cabinet Door & Drawer Front ReplacementReplacement doors and drawer fronts in any style.
- Kitchen Cabinet Installation & ReplacementNew cabinets installed, leveled and ready for counters.
- Custom Kitchen CabinetsBuilt-to-fit cabinetry up to the ceiling.
- Kitchen Cabinet ModificationCabinets resized for new appliances, panels and fillers.
- Kitchen Cabinet & Drawer RepairHinges, drawer slides and water-damaged sink bases fixed.
- Kitchen Storage & Pantry SolutionsPull-outs, pantry systems and drawer organizers.
- Pull-Out Shelves & Cabinet OrganizersRoll-out shelves and organizers built to fit your existing cabinets.
- Pantry Design & InstallationPantry cabinets, closet conversions and walk-in shelving, built to fit.
- Built-In Breakfast Nook & BanquetteBuilt-in bench seating with storage for corners, bays and nooks.
Countertops, tile, floors & walls
12 services- Countertop ServicesNew counters, repairs and stone restoration.
- Countertop InstallationQuartz, granite and butcher block, templated and installed.
- Countertop RepairChips, cracks, seams and burns fixed without replacing the top.
- Countertop Refinishing & ResurfacingA new coated finish over sound laminate, cultured marble or tile.
- Stone Countertop RestorationEtches, stains and dull spots taken out, then the stone resealed.
- Kitchen Backsplash InstallationTile backsplashes with clean lines and flush outlets.
- Kitchen Tile & Grout RepairCracked tiles swapped, loose tiles reset and tired grout redone.
- Tile & Grout CleaningDeep-cleaned tile, restored grout color and a sealer that keeps it.
- Kitchen Flooring InstallationKitchen flooring: LVP, tile and hardwood.
- 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 Wall Painting & WallpaperWashable paint or scrubbable wallpaper for kitchen walls and ceilings.
Appliances & ventilation
15 services- Kitchen Appliance InstallationRanges, ovens, dishwashers, fridges and microwaves installed and tested.
- Dishwasher InstallationOld unit out, new dishwasher connected, leveled and leak-tested.
- Oven, Range & Cooktop InstallationGas and electric ranges, wall ovens and cooktops, safely connected.
- Built-In Refrigerator InstallationBuilt-in and panel-ready fridges fitted flush, anchored and connected.
- Microwave InstallationOver-the-range, drawer and built-in microwaves mounted, powered and vented.
- Kitchen Appliance RemovalOld kitchen appliances disconnected, carried out and recycled.
- Kitchen Appliance RepairRefrigerators, dishwashers, ovens and microwaves diagnosed and repaired.
- Refrigerator & Ice Maker RepairNot cooling, frost, leaks and dead ice makers diagnosed and fixed.
- Dishwasher RepairDraining, cleaning, leaking and door problems found and fixed.
- Oven, Stove & Cooktop RepairGas and electric ovens, ranges and cooktops diagnosed and repaired.
- Microwave RepairOver-the-range and built-in microwaves diagnosed and repaired safely.
- Kitchen Ventilation & Range HoodsRange hoods installed, repaired and cleaned, ducted the right way.
- Range Hood InstallationUnder-cabinet, chimney, island and insert hoods, ducted to the outside.
- Range Hood RepairFans, motors, switches, lights and rattles on kitchen range hoods.
- Residential Kitchen Hood CleaningDegreased filters, fan, hood interior and the duct you can reach.
Electrical & lighting
2 servicesOutdoor, bars & commercial
6 services- Outdoor Kitchen InstallationGrill islands, gas, power and sinks built to handle Chicago winters.
- Home Bars & Coffee StationsWet bars, dry bars and coffee stations built into the space you have.
- Commercial Kitchen ProjectsHoods, exhaust cleaning and grease traps for food-service kitchens.
- Commercial Kitchen Hood InstallationType I and II hoods, grease duct, fans and makeup air, built to NFPA 96.
- Commercial Hood CleaningHood, duct and roof fan degreased to bare metal, after hours.
- Grease Trap Installation & CleaningTraps and interceptors installed, cleaned and logged for inspectors.
What our work looks like in Downers Grove homes
Before
AfterA Downers Grove postwar Cape Cod: before and after
This one is a postwar Cape Cod near E.H. Prince Subdivision. Before: 1970s dark pecan-stained cabinets and light beige laminate. The reason for the call: a kitchen with no room to prep or gather. After: a new island in dusty blue with a charcoal concrete-look quartz top and seating.
Kitchen Island & Peninsula Installation in Downers Grove →
Before
AfterBefore and after: a 1950s ranch in Downers Grove
A 1950s ranch in Downers Grove, a typical kitchen for Downers Grove. Before: dark walnut-stained flush-panel cabinets with brass pulls, speckled laminate, brick-pattern sheet vinyl and a fluorescent box light. What bothered the owners most: a dated kitchen with worn surfaces everywhere. After: cabinets in light butter yellow with satin brass pulls, creamy quartzite-look quartz counters, a green zellige-look tile backsplash, warm oak luxury vinyl plank flooring and a flush drum fixture and under-cabinet lights.
Kitchen Remodeling in Downers Grove →
Before
AfterKitchen Design & Layout Planning in a 1960s ranch, Downers Grove
A 1960s ranch near Denburn Woods, a typical kitchen for Downers Grove. What we started with: 1970s dark pecan-stained cabinets, light beige laminate and white appliances. What bothered the owners most: no place to sit and too little storage. After: a new layout with an island, cabinets in light greige uppers and muted blue lowers, black honed granite counters and two glass pendants and recessed lights.
Kitchen Design & Layout Planning in Downers Grove →Questions from Downers Grove homeowners
Which parts of Downers Grove do you cover?
All of Downers Grove, including Denburn Woods, Shady Lane Estates, E.H. Prince Subdivision — ZIP 60515, 60516 — and the towns next door: Lisle, Woodridge, Oak Brook.
Downers Grove kitchen remodel permit: when do I need one?
Often, depending on the scope. In short: Village states most projects require a permit and applications are submitted online; First review about 10 business days. We tell you at the estimate and file the permit when one is needed with the Community Development Department, Building Division.
What is the Downers Grove building department phone number?
Kitchen permits in Downers Grove go through the Community Development Department, Building Division, phone 630-434-5515. Applications can be filed online through the village portal. On our jobs we handle the application and book the inspections, so you rarely need to call yourself.
Does Downers Grove have lead water service lines?
2026 inventory: 17,063 total service lines; 1,285 lead. If yours is unconfirmed, a filter certified for lead reduction at the kitchen sink is a sensible step.
Does Downers Grove bulk pickup take old kitchen cabinets?
Republic Services (630-964-3232): two bulk items and/or white goods per week; additional white goods need 9 stickers each, additional bulk items need stickers. On our jobs we haul old units and debris away, so you don't have to.
Who inspects restaurant hoods in Downers Grove?
Downers Grove Fire Department, Fire Prevention Division, 630-434-5983. We schedule hood inspections and have the paperwork ready.
Is Downers Grove water hard?
Downers Grove's water source: Lake Michigan water purchased from the City of Chicago via the DuPage Water Commission. It matters for filters, faucets, dishwashers and ice makers, and we plan fittings around it.
Does a Downers Grove historic district limit kitchen work?
Downers Grove has locally reviewed areas, including Shady Lane Estates, E.H. Prince Subdivision and Maple Ave/Main St corridor. Interior kitchen work is usually not reviewed; exterior changes such as new windows or vents can be. We check before anything changes outside.
What should I expect when remodeling a Downers Grove kitchen?
A lot of Downers Grove homes date from the 1970s. We know these layouts well: which walls carry load, where the old plumbing runs and what is worth keeping.
What kitchen services do you offer in Downers Grove?
Everything from a new faucet to a full remodel: design, cabinets, countertops, tile and floors, plumbing, appliances, electrical and lighting, plus repairs, deep cleaning and restoration after water or fire damage.
Will the work make a mess of the house?
Floors and doorways are covered, dust is contained, and the site is cleaned at the end of each day.
Do you do kitchen design as well?
Yes. Layout, storage, materials and lighting are planned with you first, and you see the plan before anything is ordered.
What happens at the in-home estimate?
We look at the kitchen, measure, check plumbing and wiring where it matters and talk through options. You get a written, itemized quote; nothing starts until you approve it.