Original laminate from the 1950s
Laminate from the 1950s with a built-in backsplash is quick to remove and the most common counter we replace.
Serving Elmhurst & nearby Villa Park, Lombard
Countertop Installation in Elmhurst, IL
New countertops in Elmhurst: talk to a fabricator about slabs, templating and install dates.
- Crews working in Elmhurst ZIP 60126
- Most jobs done in days, with your kitchen still usable
- Samples and a written quote before we start
Countertop problems we fix in Elmhurst
We install quartz, granite, quartzite and butcher block countertops in Elmhurst: old tops removed, cabinets checked for level, templates made, and new counters set with the sink mounted and ready for hookup.
Cracked or chipped stone
We look at whether a crack is cosmetic or structural. If the slab needs replacing, we match the layout and reuse openings when we can.
Counters that stain easily
If spills soak in, the surface needs sealing or a change. Quartz doesn't need sealing at all.
Seams that show or separate
Visible seams come from bad layout or templating. We plan seam locations and use color-matched epoxy.
Not enough counter space
A bigger island top or a new peninsula adds workspace; we add support brackets where the overhang needs it.
Stained or burned laminate
Laminate with burn rings, swollen seams by the sink and peeling edges can't be repaired well. Stone or quartz replaces it for good.
Tile counters with dirty grout
Grout lines that never come clean and chipped tile edges are typical complaints. A solid slab is easier to clean and to work on.
Undermount sink coming loose
If the sink is dropping away from the stone, we remount it correctly with the new counters and reseal the edge.
What we do on the job
- Material selectionWe guide you through materials, colors and finishes and reserve your slab.
- Cabinet check and levelingBase cabinets are checked for level and support before the template.
- Digital templatingWe template on site after the cabinets are set, including sink and cooktop positions.
- FabricationSlabs cut to template with your chosen edge and all cut-outs done in the shop.
- Undermount sink mountingUndermount sink attached and sealed, ready for faucet and drain hookup.
- Backsplash optionsA matching 4-inch stone splash or a full-height slab backsplash.
- Bathroom vanity topsMatching stone for bathroom vanities.
Finishes we offer
LaminateToday's laminate imitates stone and wood well and is the lowest-cost option.
QuartzLow maintenance and consistent; the most popular choice for busy kitchens.
Edge profilesMost kitchens get an eased edge; a mitered edge makes thick-looking islands.
Porcelain slabsThin, very hard and heat-proof surfaces with marble or concrete looks.
Solid surfaceSeamless acrylic surfaces with integrated sinks; scratches can be sanded out.
Countertop Installation before and after — Elmhurst homes
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DetailElmhurst kitchen, 1960s ranch: countertop installation
This one is a 1960s ranch in Elmhurst. Before: speckled laminate and stainless double sink. The reason for the call: worn laminate counters. Finished kitchen: white quartz countertops with a tight seam, an undermount sink and a new faucet. The job covered fabrication, undermount sink mounting, plus backsplash options.
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AfterCountertop Installation in a 1950s ranch, Villa Park
A 1950s ranch in Villa Park, a typical kitchen for Villa Park. What we started with: speckled laminate and stainless double sink. The reason for the call: worn laminate counters. Finished kitchen: white quartz with soft gray veining countertops with a tight seam, an undermount sink and a new faucet. The job covered digital templating, undermount sink mounting, plus backsplash options.
Countertop Installation in Villa Park →
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AfterLombard kitchen, postwar bi-level: countertop installation
The site: a postwar bi-level in Lombard. Before: light beige laminate and stainless double sink. The reason for the call: worn laminate counters. The result: charcoal concrete-look quartz countertops with a tight seam, an undermount sink and a new faucet. On site this meant fabrication, undermount sink mounting, plus backsplash options.
Countertop Installation in Lombard →
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AfterElmhurst kitchen, 1950s ranch: kitchen backsplash installation
Finished: a white subway tile backsplash with clean edges and outlets set flush.
Kitchen Backsplash Installation in Elmhurst →
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AfterBefore and after: a 1960s ranch in Elmhurst
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 →How the job goes
- Choose your materialVisit a slab yard or look at samples at home; we help you choose.
- TemplateA precise template of your cabinets, walls, sink and cooktop.
- FabricationYour tops are cut to template, with the chosen edge and cut-outs.
- InstallationOld tops out, new tops in, seams joined and sink mounted — usually in a day.
- HookupFaucet, drain and disposal are reconnected once the sealant cures.
Countertop Installation questions from Elmhurst homeowners
How long from template to installation?
Usually a week or two after the template; stock quartz can be faster than special-order slabs.
What does countertop installation include?
Template, fabrication, removal of the old tops, installation, seams, sink mounting and cleanup. Plumbing reconnection is usually a separate step.
Will I be without a sink?
Briefly. The sink is reconnected soon after installation, once the adhesive has set.
Can you reuse my existing sink?
If it is in good condition and fits the new cut-out, yes. Many people switch to undermount at the same time.
Do you install backsplashes too?
Yes: a stone backsplash from the same slab, or tile after the counters are installed.
Does countertop installation need a Elmhurst building permit, and who files it?
Permits go through Community Development Department (Building), phone 630-530-3030. When your scope needs one, we prepare the application and schedule the inspections.
Do I need a permit for countertop installation in Elmhurst?
It depends on the scope. Elmhurst's rule in short: Elmhurst requires permits for building and construction projects; all permits are applied for through the City's Citizen Self-Service Portal. We handle the permit when one is needed with Community Development Department (Building).
Do you work in my part of Elmhurst?
Yes. Our crews work across Elmhurst — ZIP 60126 — and nearby Villa Park, Lombard, Addison.
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.
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Other kitchen services in Elmhurst
Countertop RepairChips, cracks, seams and burns fixed without replacing the top.
Kitchen Backsplash InstallationTile backsplashes with clean lines and flush outlets.
Kitchen Sink Installation & ReplacementNew sinks, undermount and farmhouse styles.
Kitchen RemodelingFull kitchen remodels, from layout to last cabinet pull.
Kitchen Cabinet PaintingFactory-smooth painted cabinets without replacing them.