Loose or missing pulls and knobs
We tighten, refit or replace pulls and knobs and fill oversized holes so they stay secure.
Serving Downers Grove & nearby Lisle, Woodridge
Kitchen Cabinet & Drawer Repair in Downers Grove, IL
Sagging doors, broken drawers and swollen sink bases in Downers Grove kitchens, repaired so the cabinets you have keep working.
- Technicians covering Downers Grove ZIP 60515, 60516
- Diagnosis first, then a written price for the repair
- Honest advice when replacing makes more sense
Cabinet and drawer problems we repair in Downers Grove
When one or two things in the kitchen are broken, a repair is the sensible fix. We come to your Downers Grove home, find out why the door, drawer or box failed and fix the cause, not just the symptom.
Stripped hinge screw holes
Hinges that keep pulling loose need a stronger mount, not longer screws. We rebuild the spot and rehang the door.
Broken shelf pins and clips
Missing or broken shelf supports leave shelves wobbling or tilted. We replace them with the right size for your cabinets.
Drawer falls off its track
A drawer that drops or jumps the track usually has a broken roller, a bent slide or a loose mounting screw. We replace the slides as a pair.
Drawers that stick or grind
We clean, adjust or replace the slides, and plane the box if it rubs, so the drawer opens smoothly.
Drawer box coming apart
If the drawer bottom has fallen out or the corners have spread, we either repair the box or replace it with a sturdier one behind your existing front.
Water damage at the dishwasher
A leaking dishwasher can swell the cabinet sides and the toe-kick next to it. We replace the damaged parts and finish them to match.
Loose or cracked face frame
Cracked stiles and rails are glued, reinforced and filled, or replaced with matching wood when the damage is too much.
Where we look first
- DiagnosisEvery repair starts with finding the cause, whether it is a part, a leak or a shifted cabinet.
- Checking for active leaksWater damage repairs wait until the leak is stopped; we check the area with you first.
- Removing damaged partsWe take out only what is damaged and keep the sound parts.
- Drawer slidesWe fit new slides sized to the drawer depth and weight.
- Drawer box repair or replacementLoose boxes are reglued and reinforced, or a new box is built behind the existing front.
- Frames, panels and shelvesWe fix frames, side panels and shelves so the cabinet is solid again.
- Finish touch-upWe color-match touch-ups so the repair is as unnoticeable as possible.
Repair options
Concealed and soft-close hingesAdjustable hidden hinges, with soft-close where the cabinet allows.
Shelving and shelf supportsStiffer shelf panels and matching supports that will not bow.
Full-extension slidesSmooth slides rated for pots and dishes, with soft-close options.
Plywood cabinet floorsSink bases get a plywood bottom that will not swell like the original.
Drawer boxesReplacement boxes sized exactly to the opening and your slides.
Kitchen Cabinet & Drawer Repair before and after — Downers Grove homes
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DetailKitchen Cabinet & Drawer Repair in a two-story colonial from the 1990s, Downers Grove
This one is a two-story colonial from the 1990s in Downers Grove. What we started with: golden-oak cabinets with oak soffits above and solid-surface integrated sink. The reason for the call: broken cabinets they wanted fixed, not replaced. Finished kitchen: the same sink base with a new plywood floor, new soft-close hinges, door aligned. Work included removing damaged parts, drawer box repair or replacement, plus frames, panels and shelves.
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AfterBefore and after: a two-story colonial from the 1990s in Lisle
This one is a two-story colonial from the 1990s near Oakview. Before: white thermofoil cabinets peeling at the edges, oak trim and white double sink. The main complaint was worn, damaged cabinet parts that needed fixing. After: the same sink base with a new plywood floor, new soft-close hinges, door aligned. On site this meant removing damaged parts, drawer box repair or replacement, plus finish touch-up.
Kitchen Cabinet & Drawer Repair in Lisle →
Before
AfterA Woodridge 1990s two-story colonial: before and after
This one is a 1990s two-story colonial near Seven Bridges. The kitchen as it was: honey-oak cathedral raised-panel cabinets with worn finish near the handles, brass knobs and white cast-iron double sink. The reason for the call: broken cabinets they wanted fixed, not replaced. The result: the same sink base with a new plywood floor, new soft-close hinges, door aligned. On site this meant removing damaged parts, drawer slides, plus frames, panels and shelves.
Kitchen Cabinet & Drawer Repair in Woodridge →
Before
AfterBefore and after: a 1950s ranch in Downers Grove
What changed: wood cabinets stripped and refinished in a deep espresso-brown stain, grain still showing.
Cabinet Refinishing & Staining in Downers Grove →
Before
AfterBefore and after: a 1950s ranch in Downers Grove
New five-piece shaker doors and drawer fronts in sage green with matte black pulls.
Cabinet Door & Drawer Front Replacement in Downers Grove →How the repair goes
- Tell us what's brokenDescribe the problem or send photos so we bring likely parts.
- Visit and diagnosisWe inspect the cabinet and explain what failed and how we will fix it.
- RepairMost repairs are done the same visit; special parts may need a second trip.
- Test and clean upDoors and drawers are tested, adjusted and the area is cleaned.
Kitchen Cabinet & Drawer Repair questions from Downers Grove homeowners
What affects the cost of cabinet repair?
The number of items, parts needed, whether water damage is involved and finish matching. We give a written, itemized estimate after the visit.
Can you fix a cabinet door that won't close?
Almost always. We adjust or replace the hinge and repair the screw holes if needed.
Can you replace drawer slides on old cabinets?
Yes. We measure the drawer and the opening and fit slides that suit them, often upgrading to full-extension.
Can you find matching hinges or hardware?
Often. Many hinge styles are still made. When yours is not, we fit an equivalent that works with your doors.
Can a cracked cabinet door be repaired?
Many can. We check the crack and tell you whether repair or replacement is the better choice.
Do I need a permit for cabinet repair in Downers Grove?
It depends on the scope. Downers Grove's rule in short: Village states most projects require a permit and applications are submitted online; First review about 10 business days. We handle the permit when one is needed with Community Development Department, Building Division.
Do you work in my part of Downers Grove?
Yes. Our crews work across Downers Grove, including Denburn Woods, Shady Lane Estates, E.H. Prince Subdivision — ZIP 60515, 60516 — and nearby Lisle, Woodridge, Oak Brook.
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
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Cabinet Door & Drawer Front ReplacementReplacement doors and drawer fronts in any style.
Kitchen RemodelingFull kitchen remodels, from layout to last cabinet pull.
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