1950s stainless double sink
The thin stainless double sink from the 1950s dents and drums. A heavier-gauge single or low-divide bowl is a common replacement.
Serving Elmhurst & nearby Villa Park, Lombard
Kitchen Sink Installation & Replacement in Elmhurst, IL
Undermount, drop-in and farmhouse sinks set, sealed and connected by licensed plumbers in Elmhurst.
- Serving Elmhurst ZIP 60126
- Installed level, sealed and tested before we leave
- Clear price for the install before the visit
Kitchen sink problems we fix in Elmhurst
Swapping a sink looks simple until the new bowl doesn't match the cutout or the drain lands in the wrong spot. Our Elmhurst crew measures first, then sets the sink and has a licensed plumber hook up the drain and supplies.
Chipped or stained porcelain sink
Enameled cast iron and porcelain chip down to dark metal and hold stains no cleaner removes. Replacement is the lasting fix.
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.
Old drain parts that won't line up
Mixed old and new drain parts are where leaks start. With a new sink we replace the trap assembly instead of forcing the old one to fit.
Double bowl too small for big pans
If nothing big fits flat in either side, a single-bowl sink solves it. We adjust the trap and tailpiece for the new drain position.
Sink that drains slowly after replacement
Slow draining right after an install points to the connection, not the bowl. We correct the pitch and the fittings.
New sink doesn't match the counter cutout
Before you buy, we check the existing cutout and the cabinet width. That avoids a sink that overhangs, shows gaps or won't drop in.
Sink cabinet floor wet or swollen
Water damage in the sink base usually comes from the strainer, the trap or a failed undermount seal. We repair the cause along with the sink.
Included with the install
- Shut off and disconnectWater shut off, faucet, disposal and dishwasher lines disconnected.
- Remove the old sinkThe old sink taken out without damaging the counter edge.
- Prepare the openingThe counter opening cleaned and adjusted for the new bowl.
- 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.
- Supply valves and linesFresh supply connections from the valves to the faucet.
What to pick before the install
Drop-in (top-mount)Rests on the counter with a rim; works with laminate as well as stone.
Enameled cast ironClassic cast iron, often drop-in, that needs a sturdy counter and cabinet.
Workstation sinksBowls with a ledge for cutting boards, colanders and drying racks.
FireclayA smooth, hard-glazed bowl that needs solid support in the cabinet.
UndermountHung under the countertop; needs a finished cutout edge and a strong counter.
Kitchen Sink Installation & Replacement before and after — Elmhurst homes
Before
Installed
DetailElmhurst kitchen, 1980s two-story: kitchen sink installation & replacement
This one is a 1980s two-story in Elmhurst. Before: solid-surface integrated sink. What bothered the owners most: a stained solid-surface bowl. After: a new undermount stainless single-bowl sink with a pull-down faucet. Work included prepare the opening, new strainers and drain, plus faucet and accessories.
Before
AfterA Villa Park 1990s two-story colonial: before and after
The site: a 1990s two-story colonial in Villa Park. What we started with: white cast-iron double sink. What bothered the owners most: worn enamel and rust spots in the old bowl. After: a new undermount stainless single-bowl sink with a pull-down faucet. The job covered prepare the opening, new strainers and drain, plus supply valves and lines.
Kitchen Sink Installation & Replacement in Villa Park →
Before
AfterOak Brook kitchen, 1980s two-story: kitchen sink installation & replacement
This one is a 1980s two-story in Oak Brook. Before: white double sink. The main complaint was two small bowls where big pots never fit. Finished kitchen: a new undermount stainless single-bowl sink with a pull-down faucet. The job covered prepare the opening, new strainers and drain, plus supply valves and lines.
Kitchen Sink Installation & Replacement in Oak Brook →
Before
AfterBefore and after: a 1960s ranch in Elmhurst
Finished: 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 →
Before
AfterElmhurst kitchen, 1960s ranch: kitchen cabinet painting
What changed: 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 →How the install goes
- Pick the sinkChoose the material and style, or ask us what fits your counter and cabinet.
- 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 connectThe old sink comes out, the new one is set and a licensed plumber makes the connections.
- Cure and testAfter the bond sets, the sink is tested in full use.
Kitchen Sink Installation & Replacement questions from Elmhurst homeowners
Will Lake Michigan water mark my new sink?
Treated lake water still carries some minerals, so water spots show on dark composite and stainless. Wiping the bowl dry keeps it looking new.
What does a farmhouse sink need?
Space in the sink base, a support frame for the weight and a counter cut for the apron style.
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.
Do you need a plumber to install a kitchen sink?
For the hookups, yes. Setting the sink is carpentry, but the drain, trap and supply connections are plumbing, and a licensed plumber does them.
Can you install a sink I bought myself?
Yes. We check that it fits the cutout and the cabinet before install day.
Elmhurst building permit for sink replacement: where do I apply?
Permits go through Community Development Department (Building), phone 630-530-3030. When your scope needs one, we prepare the application and schedule the inspections.
Is Elmhurst water hard, and does it matter for sink replacement?
Elmhurst's water source: Lake Michigan water purchased from DuPage Water Commission (supplied by City of Chicago); standby wells are emergency backup; reported hardness is About 144 mg/L as CaCO3, roughly 8 grains per gallon. We plan fittings and filters around it.
What is Elmhurst doing about lead water lines?
The City publishes lead service line information; water is purchased from the DuPage Water Commission, supplied from the City of Chicago. A filter certified for lead reduction is a sensible step until your line is confirmed or replaced.
Do I need a permit for sink replacement 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.
ZIP 60126
Kitchen Sink Installation & Replacement nearby
Other kitchen services in Elmhurst
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.