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If Geneva lists your line as lead, a new faucet plus a filter certified for lead reduction is a sensible step for drinking water.
Serving Geneva & nearby Batavia, St. Charles
Kitchen Faucet Installation in Geneva, IL
Pull-down, touchless and two-handle kitchen faucets installed leak-free by licensed plumbers in Geneva.
- Installers working in Geneva ZIP 60134, 60510
- Hookups by licensed trades where the code calls for it
- Old unit hauled away on request
Kitchen faucet problems we fix in Geneva
Whether you picked a pull-down, a touchless or a bridge faucet, we fit it to your sink or counter in Geneva, cover or reuse the extra holes, and connect it with new supply lines.
Leak under the sink at the faucet lines
Drips under the sink near the faucet shank point to a loose connection or a split hose. We redo the supply side and test it.
Old two-handle faucet with a side sprayer
If the side sprayer dribbles and the handles drip, it's time for a new faucet. One-handle pull-downs are the usual replacement.
Low flow or a sputtering spout
Before you replace a faucet for low pressure, we check the aerator, the cartridge and the shut-off valves. Often one of them is the cause.
Spout too short or too low
If big pots don't fit under the faucet, a taller spout fixes it. We check that it clears the window sill or the cabinets above.
Leaking from the handle
Leaks at the lever come from the valve inside the body. We replace the cartridge or the whole faucet, depending on its age.
Faucet leaking from the base
A puddle at the foot of the faucet each time you use it comes from the spout seals. We rebuild it if parts exist, or install a new one.
Drip from the spout that won't stop
Drips that keep going no matter how you set the lever point to the cartridge. It's a repair on a good faucet and a replacement on a tired one.
What the install includes
- Check the sink and suppliesA check of the sink holes, shut-offs and clearances so the faucet fits.
- Clean the deckOld putty, caulk and mineral residue cleaned from the mounting surface.
- Replace valves when neededNew shut-off valves if the old ones won't close or weep.
- Pull-down hose and weightSpray hose routed clear of the drain and disposal, weight set so it retracts.
- Supply connectionsNew braided supply lines connected and tightened without strain.
- Power for touchless modelsSensor faucet wiring and power placed where it can be serviced.
- Flush and testAerator off, lines flushed of debris, then every joint checked under pressure.
Models, parts and fittings
Touchless and touch faucetsSensor or tap-to-start faucets that need batteries or an outlet under the sink.
Pull-out faucetsA shorter spout with a head that pulls straight out toward you.
Filtered-water and pot-filler tapsExtra taps that use a spare hole or a separate supply line.
Pull-down faucetsHigh spout with a docking spray head for rinsing and filling pots.
FinishesChrome wipes clean easily; matte and brushed finishes hide spots.
Kitchen Faucet Installation before and after — Geneva homes
Before
Installed
DetailBefore and after: a 1980s two-story in Geneva
A 1980s two-story near Mill Creek, a typical kitchen for Geneva. What we started with: white cast-iron double sink. The reason for the call: handles that leaked and a sprayer that dribbled. The result: a new single-handle pull-down faucet with a clean caulk line. On site this meant check the sink and supplies, clean the deck, plus pull-down hose and weight.
Before
AfterBatavia kitchen, 1990s two-story colonial: kitchen faucet installation
A 1990s two-story colonial in Batavia, a typical kitchen for Batavia. The kitchen as it was: solid-surface integrated sink. The main complaint was a leaking faucet with handles that were hard to turn. The result: a new single-handle pull-down faucet with a clean caulk line. On site this meant supply connections, power for touchless models, plus flush and test.
Kitchen Faucet Installation in Batavia →
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AfterBefore and after: a two-story colonial from the 1990s in St. Charles
A two-story colonial from the 1990s in St. Charles, a typical kitchen for St. Charles. The kitchen as it was: white double sink. The main complaint was a faucet too low to fill a stockpot. Finished kitchen: a new single-handle pull-down faucet with a clean caulk line. The job covered check the sink and supplies, supply connections, plus power for touchless models.
Kitchen Faucet Installation in St. Charles →
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AfterBefore and after: a 1980s two-story in Geneva
A new island with a prep sink, the drain, vent and water lines relocated from the old wall.
Kitchen Plumbing Relocation in Geneva →
Before
AfterGeneva kitchen, 1980s two-story: kitchen remodeling
Cabinets in warm taupe with satin brass pulls, warm walnut butcher block counters, a gray beveled subway tile backsplash, light beige 18x18 porcelain tile flooring and recessed lights and under-cabinet LED strips.
Kitchen Remodeling in Geneva →Install day
- Pick a faucetSend the model you like and a photo of your sink.
- Check the setupA quick look under the sink tells us what else the job needs.
- Written estimateAn itemized quote for the install and parts before we start.
- Install and testThe faucet goes in, a licensed plumber connects it and we test every joint.
Kitchen Faucet Installation questions from Geneva homeowners
Can you install a faucet I already bought?
Of course. Have it on site, and we'll fit it with new supply lines.
Pull-down or pull-out: which should I choose?
Pull-down suits deep sinks and tall clearance; pull-out works better under low cabinets or a window.
Can a handyman install a kitchen faucet?
Illinois requires plumbing work to be done by licensed plumbers. We send a licensed plumber, so the valves and connections are covered too.
Do I need a plumber to install a faucet?
A faucet swap is plumbing work. Our licensed plumbers handle it, including the valves and supply lines that often need replacing.
What does a faucet installation cost?
The faucet type, the condition of the valves and lines and any drilling decide it. We give a written, itemized estimate after we see the sink.
Do I need a Geneva-registered contractor for faucet installation?
None: the City does not have contractor registration (contractor name, address, phone and license numbers if required go on the application). We take care of that before work starts.
Does faucet installation need a Geneva building permit, and who files it?
Permits go through Building & Zoning Division (Building Division), 109 James St., phone 630-262-0280. When your scope needs one, we prepare the application and schedule the inspections.
What is Geneva doing about lead water lines?
The City has a 15-year program to replace all lead and galvanized service lines and publishes a service line inventory. A filter certified for lead reduction is a sensible step until your line is confirmed or replaced.
Does Geneva require a licensed plumber for faucet installation?
Homeowner may do own plumbing only if owner-occupied; otherwise an Illinois licensed plumber with Letter of Intent, plumbing license and state contractor license. Our plumbing connections are made by licensed plumbers.
Do I need a permit for faucet installation in Geneva?
It depends on the scope. Geneva's rule in short: A building permit is required before any construction or alteration; separate Kitchen Remodel permit form exists. We handle the permit when one is needed with Building & Zoning Division (Building Division), 109 James St..
Do you work in my part of Geneva?
Yes. Our crews work across Geneva, including Mill Creek — ZIP 60134, 60510 — and nearby Batavia, St. Charles, West Chicago.
Working in Geneva
- A lot of Geneva kitchens date from the 1990s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Most Geneva homes are single-family. We protect floors and driveways and leave the site clean every day.
- Live in the Geneva Historic District and designated Historic Landmarks? Interior kitchen work is usually not reviewed. We check before anything touches the exterior.
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ZIP 60134ZIP 60510
Kitchen Faucet Installation nearby
Other kitchen services in Geneva
Kitchen Sink Installation & ReplacementNew sinks, undermount and farmhouse styles.
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.
Kitchen RemodelingFull kitchen remodels, from layout to last cabinet pull.
Kitchen Cabinet PaintingFactory-smooth painted cabinets without replacing them.