pre-1940 stainless double sink
The thin stainless double sink from the pre-1940 dents and drums. A heavier-gauge single or low-divide bowl is a common replacement.
Serving Elgin & nearby St. Charles, Bartlett
Kitchen Sink Installation & Replacement in Elgin, IL
Undermount, drop-in and farmhouse sinks set, sealed and connected by licensed plumbers in Elgin.
- Installers working in Elgin ZIP 60123, 60124, 60120, 60140
- Hookups by licensed trades where the code calls for it
- Old unit hauled away on request
Kitchen sink problems we fix in Elgin
Swapping a sink looks simple until the new bowl doesn't match the cutout or the drain lands in the wrong spot. Our Elgin crew measures first, then sets the sink and has a licensed plumber hook up the drain and supplies.
Sink that drains slowly after replacement
A sink that drains poorly after a DIY swap usually has a trap set too high or a tailpiece forced at an angle. We rebuild the drain.
Sink installed with the counter replacement
If new stone is going in, the sink usually goes to the fabricator for the cutout. We set it and reconnect the plumbing once the tops are down.
Wanting a farmhouse sink
An apron-front sink needs a cabinet built or cut down for it and solid support underneath. We modify the sink base or install a dedicated apron cabinet.
Double bowl too small for big pans
Two narrow bowls make sheet pans and stockpots awkward. A large single bowl or a low-divide sink fits them, often in the same cabinet.
Faucet holes don't match the new faucet
Sinks come with one to four faucet holes. We match the sink to the faucet, cover extra holes with a deck plate or use them for a soap dispenser or filter tap.
Old drain parts that won't line up
A new sink often puts the drain in a different spot or depth. We rebuild the trap and tailpieces in new PVC so everything lines up without strain.
Strainer or drain leaking
A leak at the drain flange is usually the strainer, not the sink. We replace it, and with a new sink we always fit new strainers.
Included with the install
- Measure the cutout and cabinetA check of the cutout, cabinet width and plumbing so the new sink fits.
- Cabinet changes for farmhouse sinksSink base cut down or replaced, with a support frame for the apron sink.
- Set and seal the sinkThe bowl mounted level and sealed to the counter.
- New strainers and drainNew basket strainers, tailpieces and P-trap assembled to the drain line.
- Faucet and accessoriesFaucet, sprayer, soap dispenser or deck plate installed.
- Disposal and dishwasher hookupDisposal remounted to the new flange and dishwasher drain reconnected.
- Leak check and cleanupWe test the whole setup under use and clean up the cabinet.
Models, parts and fittings
Farmhouse (apron-front)Apron sinks sit forward of the cabinets and need support built in.
Drop-in (top-mount)Rests on the counter with a rim; works with laminate as well as stone.
Enameled cast ironVery heavy and long-lasting, with a glossy enamel that can chip if struck.
Workstation sinksSinks with built-in rails that hold accessories over the basin.
Stainless steelThe most common kitchen sink: durable, light and quiet when it has sound padding.
What the work looks like in Elgin homes
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DetailElgin kitchen, two-story colonial from the 1990s: kitchen sink installation & replacement
The site: a two-story colonial from the 1990s near Gifford Park. The kitchen as it was: white cast-iron double sink. The reason for the call: a chipped porcelain sink with stains that wouldn't scrub out. After: a new undermount stainless single-bowl sink with a pull-down faucet. The job covered measure the cutout and cabinet, faucet and accessories, plus disposal and dishwasher hookup.
Before
AfterBefore and after: a 1980s two-story in St. Charles
The site: a 1980s two-story in St. Charles. What we started with: white double sink. What bothered the owners most: a divided sink too narrow for sheet pans. After: a new undermount stainless single-bowl sink with a pull-down faucet. Work included measure the cutout and cabinet, faucet and accessories, plus disposal and dishwasher hookup.
Kitchen Sink Installation & Replacement in St. Charles →
Before
AfterA Hoffman Estates two-story colonial from the 1990s: before and after
This one is a two-story colonial from the 1990s in Hoffman Estates. What we started with: solid-surface integrated sink. What bothered the owners most: a scratched integrated sink that never looked clean. After: a new undermount stainless single-bowl sink with a pull-down faucet. The job covered set and seal the sink, new strainers and drain, plus disposal and dishwasher hookup.
Kitchen Sink Installation & Replacement in Hoffman Estates →
Before
AfterAn Elgin two-story colonial from the 1990s: before and after
Finished: cabinets in white uppers and deep green lowers with unlacquered brass knobs and cup pulls, warm walnut butcher block counters, a green zellige-look tile backsplash, warm oak luxury vinyl plank flooring and recessed lights and under-cabinet LED strips.
Kitchen Remodeling in Elgin →
Before
AfterAn Elgin two-story colonial from the 1990s: before and after
The same doors sprayed in pale mint green, new matte black pulls; counters and floor stayed as they were.
Kitchen Cabinet Painting in Elgin →How the install goes
- Pick the sinkSend the model you like or let us suggest a few that fit.
- Measure and planA visit to confirm the fit and the connections before ordering.
- Written estimateA clear quote listing the sink work, parts and any cabinet modifications.
- Install and connectWe mount the sink and hook up the drain, faucet and appliances.
- Cure and testAdhesive and sealant cure, then we run water and check every joint.
Kitchen Sink Installation & Replacement questions from Elgin homeowners
What does a new kitchen sink installation cost?
The sink type, the counter, any cabinet changes and how much plumbing is replaced drive the price. We give a written, itemized estimate after the visit.
What size sink fits my cabinet?
Measure the sink base, not the old sink. We check the inside width and depth so the new bowl and its clips fit.
Who would you call to install a new sink?
A plumber, or a company like ours that does both the fitting and the plumbing. That way one crew handles the cutout, the mounting and the hookups.
How long does a sink replacement take?
Usually one visit for a drop-in, sometimes a return visit for an undermount after the bond cures.
Can I keep my countertop when replacing the sink?
Yes in most cases. We match the new sink to the existing opening so the counter stays.
Does Elgin require a licensed plumber for sink replacement?
Plumbing contractors need a current Illinois 055 license and notarized letter of intent; plumber must be present at inspection with 058 license. Our plumbing connections are made by licensed plumbers.
Elgin contractor registration: do kitchen contractors need it?
City requires a notarized letter of intent from all licensed contractors; general contractors submit one for each licensed subcontractor. We take care of that before work starts.
What is the Elgin building department phone number?
Permits go through Community Development Department (Building permits), City of Elgin, 150 Dexter Court, phone 847-931-6001. When your scope needs one, we prepare the application and schedule the inspections.
Is Elgin water hard, and does it matter for sink replacement?
Elgin's water source: Fox River. We plan fittings and filters around it.
Do I need a permit for sink replacement in Elgin?
It depends on the scope. Elgin's rule in short: No kitchen-specific rule; interior remodeling (including kitchens) uses the general Remodeling Permit Application. We handle the permit when one is needed with Community Development Department (Building permits), City of Elgin, 150 Dexter Court.
Do you work in my part of Elgin?
Yes. Our crews work across Elgin, including Gifford Park, West Side, Downtown — ZIP 60123, 60124, 60120, 60140 — and nearby St. Charles, Bartlett, Hoffman Estates.
Working in Elgin
- A lot of Elgin kitchens date from the pre-1940. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Most Elgin homes are single-family. We protect floors and driveways and leave the site clean every day.
- Live in the Spring-Douglas Historic District? Interior kitchen work is usually not reviewed. We check before anything touches the exterior.
Gifford ParkWest SideDowntown
ZIP 60123ZIP 60124ZIP 60120ZIP 60140
Kitchen Sink Installation & Replacement nearby
Other kitchen services in Elgin
Kitchen Faucet InstallationFaucet swaps and new pull-down faucets.
Kitchen Sink Leak & Drain RepairLeaking traps, strainers and drain pipes under the sink, fixed.
Appliance Water Line InstallationFridge, ice maker and pot filler lines with a real shut-off valve.
Kitchen RemodelingFull kitchen remodels, from layout to last cabinet pull.
Kitchen Cabinet PaintingFactory-smooth painted cabinets without replacing them.