Refreshing 1950s kitchens
Kitchens from the 1950s usually have good bones. Removing soffits, adding stone counters and LED lighting makes them feel current.
Serving Elmhurst & nearby Villa Park, Lombard
Kitchen Projects in Elmhurst, IL
Everything for the Elmhurst kitchen in one place: from a new faucet to a full remodel, with an in-home estimate first.
- Local crews working in Elmhurst ZIP 60126
- Remodels, cabinets, counters, plumbing, appliances and repairs
- In-home estimate and a written quote before any work
Working in Elmhurst
- A lot of Elmhurst kitchens date from the 1950s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Most Elmhurst homes are single-family. We protect floors and driveways and leave the site clean every day.
- We know how Community Development Department (Building) handles kitchen permits and pull them for you.
ZIP 60126
Nearby towns
What Elmhurst kitchens usually need
Opening up closed kitchens
Homes of this era often separate the kitchen from the family room. We check the wall, engineer the beam and open the space when it makes sense.
Protecting single-family homes during work
Most homes here are single-family. We protect floors, set up dust barriers and keep the driveway and yard clear at the end of each day.
Small jobs as well as remodels
We take the small jobs too: a leaking sink, a broken drawer, a new dishwasher or a range hood that stopped venting.
Kitchen services in Elmhurst
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.
Elmhurst kitchens: before and after
Before
AfterBefore and after: a 1960s ranch in Elmhurst
This one is a 1960s ranch in Elmhurst. Before: mint-green 4-inch ceramic tile and laminate with an aluminum edge band. The main complaint was an old 4-inch tile strip that dated the room. Finished kitchen: a white subway tile backsplash with clean edges and outlets set flush.
Kitchen Backsplash Installation in Elmhurst →
Before
AfterKitchen Cabinet Painting in a postwar bi-level, Elmhurst
This one is a postwar bi-level in Elmhurst. Before: 1970s dark pecan-stained cabinets. What bothered the owners most: orange-looking wood that made the room feel old. The result: 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 Elmhurst →
Before
AfterBefore and after: a postwar Cape Cod in Elmhurst
The site: a postwar Cape Cod in Elmhurst. Before: dark walnut-stained flush-panel cabinets with brass pulls, speckled laminate, brick-pattern sheet vinyl and a fluorescent box light. The reason for the call: 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 Elmhurst →Questions from Elmhurst homeowners
Which parts of Elmhurst do you cover?
All of Elmhurst — ZIP 60126 — and the towns next door: Villa Park, Lombard, Addison.
Do kitchen projects in Elmhurst need a permit?
Often, depending on the scope. In short: Elmhurst requires permits for building and construction projects; all permits are applied for through the City's Citizen Self-Service Portal. We tell you at the estimate and file the permit when one is needed with the Community Development Department (Building).
What is the Elmhurst building department phone number?
Kitchen permits in Elmhurst go through the Community Development Department (Building), phone 630-530-3030. On our jobs we handle the application and book the inspections, so you rarely need to call yourself.
Does Elmhurst have lead water service lines?
The City publishes lead service line information; water is purchased from the DuPage Water Commission, supplied from the City of Chicago. If yours is unconfirmed, a filter certified for lead reduction at the kitchen sink is a sensible step.
Is Elmhurst water hard?
Elmhurst's water source: Lake Michigan water purchased from DuPage Water Commission (supplied by City of Chicago); standby wells are emergency backup. It matters for filters, faucets, dishwashers and ice makers, and we plan fittings around it.
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.
Can I replace just the cabinets or countertops?
Yes. Many kitchens only need a refresh: painted or refaced cabinets, a new countertop and backsplash, or new fixtures. We tell you honestly what is worth doing.
Will the work make a mess of the house?
We cover floors and the path to the kitchen, contain dust and clean up every day. Old materials leave with us.
Which towns near Elmhurst do you serve?
The same crews cover Villa Park, Lombard, Addison, Oak Brook and the rest of the area.
Can you help with the design?
Yes. Layout, storage, materials and lighting are planned with you first, and you see the plan before anything is ordered.
What kitchen services do you offer in Elmhurst?
Full remodels and design, cabinets (painting, refacing, new), countertops, backsplash and floors, plumbing and water filters, appliance installation and repair, lighting and electrical, and cleaning, restoration and pest work.
Do you handle small jobs too?
Yes. A faucet, a disposal, a cabinet door or a range hood is as welcome as a full remodel.