1970s stainless double sink
The thin stainless double sink from the 1970s dents and drums. A heavier-gauge single or low-divide bowl is a common replacement.
Serving Elk Grove Village & nearby Itasca, Wood Dale
Kitchen Sink Installation & Replacement in Elk Grove Village, IL
Undermount, drop-in and farmhouse sinks set, sealed and connected by licensed plumbers in Elk Grove Village.
- Installers working in Elk Grove Village ZIP 60007
- Hookups by licensed trades where the code calls for it
- Old unit hauled away on request
Kitchen sink problems we fix in Elk Grove Village
A new kitchen sink is part fit, part plumbing. In Elk Grove Village we check the counter cutout and the cabinet below, mount the bowl so it stays put, and our licensed plumbers reconnect the drain, disposal, dishwasher and faucet.
Strainer or drain leaking
Old strainers loosen and their seals dry out. We install new ones and tighten them so the joint stays dry.
Sink that drains slowly after replacement
If a new sink gurgles or holds water, the drain geometry is off. We reset the trap and arm so water runs freely.
Sink installed with the counter replacement
New countertops are the best time for a new sink. We coordinate the cutout with the fabricator and do the hookup after install.
Old drain parts that won't line up
Deeper bowls lower the drain outlet. If it ends up below the wall connection, we adjust the trap arm so the sink still drains properly.
Undermount sink pulling away from the counter
A gap between the sink rim and the stone means the clips or adhesive have failed. We take the weight off, remount it with new clips or a support rail and reseal the joint.
Wanting a farmhouse sink
Farmhouse sinks are heavy, especially fireclay and cast iron. We frame a support inside the cabinet, trim the face and set the sink level with the counters.
Dated sink in an otherwise good kitchen
If the counters and cabinets are fine, replacing only the sink is a contained job. We keep the countertop intact.
Included with the install
- Measure the cutout and cabinetWe measure the counter opening, the sink base and the drain position before you pick a sink.
- Remove the old sinkOld sealant cut, clips released and the old bowl lifted out.
- Prepare the openingThe counter opening cleaned and adjusted for the new bowl.
- Cabinet changes for farmhouse sinksCabinet front modified and the sink supported from below.
- New strainers and drainDrain rebuilt to suit the new bowl and outlet position.
- Faucet and accessoriesFaucet, sprayer, soap dispenser or deck plate installed.
- Disposal and dishwasher hookupDisposal remounted to the new flange and dishwasher drain reconnected.
Options to choose from
Farmhouse (apron-front)Apron sinks sit forward of the cabinets and need support built in.
FireclayGlazed ceramic fired at high heat, common for farmhouse sinks; heavy and glossy.
Drop-in (top-mount)Rests on the counter with a rim; works with laminate as well as stone.
Granite compositeA dense, matte sink made of stone particles and resin that hides water spots.
Workstation sinksSinks with built-in rails that hold accessories over the basin.
Kitchen Sink Installation & Replacement before and after — Elk Grove Village homes
Before
Installed
DetailAn Elk Grove Village 1980s two-story: before and after
The site: a 1980s two-story in Elk Grove Village. The kitchen as it was: solid-surface integrated sink. What bothered the owners most: a stained solid-surface bowl. The result: a new undermount stainless single-bowl sink with a pull-down faucet. The job covered cabinet changes for farmhouse sinks, faucet and accessories, plus disposal and dishwasher hookup.
Before
AfterKitchen Sink Installation & Replacement in a 1990s two-story colonial, Itasca
A 1990s two-story colonial in Itasca, a typical kitchen for Itasca. Before: white double sink. The reason for the call: two small bowls where big pots never fit. The result: a new undermount stainless single-bowl sink with a pull-down faucet. The job covered new strainers and drain, faucet and accessories, plus disposal and dishwasher hookup.
Kitchen Sink Installation & Replacement in Itasca →
Before
AfterBefore and after: a 1990s two-story colonial in Mount Prospect
This one is a 1990s two-story colonial in Mount Prospect. The kitchen as it was: white cast-iron double sink. The main complaint was worn enamel and rust spots in the old bowl. The result: a new undermount stainless single-bowl sink with a pull-down faucet. The job covered remove the old sink, prepare the opening, plus faucet and accessories.
Kitchen Sink Installation & Replacement in Mount Prospect →
Before
AfterKitchen Remodeling in a postwar Cape Cod, Elk Grove Village
Finished: cabinets in light butter yellow with polished nickel pulls, black honed granite counters, a gray beveled subway tile backsplash, light oak hardwood flooring and two glass pendants and recessed lights.
Kitchen Remodeling in Elk Grove Village →
Before
AfterElk Grove Village kitchen, 1960s ranch: kitchen cabinet painting
Finished: the same doors sprayed in creamy white uppers and navy lowers, new brushed nickel bar pulls; counters and floor stayed as they were.
Kitchen Cabinet Painting in Elk Grove Village →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 testAfter the bond sets, the sink is tested in full use.
Kitchen Sink Installation & Replacement questions from Elk Grove Village homeowners
Will Lake Michigan water mark my new sink?
Some spotting is normal. A quick dry-off and an occasional vinegar rinse keep the bowl clean.
Can you reuse my old faucet and disposal?
Yes, if they work well and fit. It's also the easiest time to upgrade either one.
Can you install a sink I bought myself?
Yes. We check that it fits the cutout and the cabinet before install day.
Do you need a plumber to install a kitchen sink?
A licensed plumber makes the connections on every sink we install. That covers the drain, the supplies, the disposal and the dishwasher.
Undermount or drop-in: which is better?
It depends on the counter. Stone and quartz suit undermount; laminate usually calls for a drop-in.
Elk Grove Village water: how does it affect sink replacement?
Elk Grove Village's water source: Lake Michigan water purchased through JAWA (Joint Action Water Agency). We plan fittings and filters around it.
Do you work in my part of Elk Grove Village?
Yes. Our crews work across Elk Grove Village — ZIP 60007 — and nearby Itasca, Wood Dale, Schaumburg.
Working in Elk Grove Village
- A lot of Elk Grove Village kitchens date from the 1970s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Most Elk Grove Village homes are single-family. We protect floors and driveways and leave the site clean every day.
- Older paint is treated with lead-safe practices: containment, HEPA cleanup and a clean hand-over.
ZIP 60007
Kitchen Sink Installation & Replacement nearby
Other kitchen services in Elk Grove Village
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.