Refreshing 1970s kitchens
A lot of local kitchens are from the 1970s. The footprint often works; doors, counters, soffits and lighting are what date them.
Serving Glen Ellyn & nearby Wheaton, Lombard
Kitchen Projects in Glen Ellyn, IL
Remodels, cabinets, countertops, plumbing, appliances and repairs for Glen Ellyn homes, with crews that work here every week.
- Local crews working in Glen Ellyn ZIP 60137
- Remodels, cabinets, counters, plumbing, appliances and repairs
- In-home estimate and a written quote before any work
Working in Glen Ellyn
- A lot of Glen Ellyn kitchens date from the 1970s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Most Glen Ellyn 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 60137
Nearby towns
What Glen Ellyn kitchens usually need
Lead-safe work on older paint
With so many older homes, lead-safe practices are routine for us when we disturb old paint on walls, trim or cabinets.
Protecting single-family homes during work
In single-family homes we stage materials in the garage or driveway, protect the path to the kitchen and clean up every evening.
Permits and inspections
Plumbing, electrical and structural changes usually need a permit here. We file it and meet the inspector.
Kitchen services in Glen Ellyn
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.
Before and after: kitchens in Glen Ellyn
Before
AfterCabinet Refacing in a 1960s ranch, Glen Ellyn
The site: a 1960s ranch in Glen Ellyn. What we started with: dark walnut-stained flush-panel cabinets with brass pulls. The main complaint was dated wood doors on solid boxes. After: new five-piece shaker doors in soft white on the existing boxes, matching face-frame veneer and satin brass pulls.
Cabinet Refacing in Glen Ellyn →
Before
AfterA Glen Ellyn 1950s ranch: before and after
This one is a 1950s ranch in Glen Ellyn. Before: yellow 4-inch tile and light beige laminate. The main complaint was a short 4-inch splash that looked unfinished. After: a white 2x8 tile in a vertical stack backsplash with clean edges and outlets set flush.
Kitchen Backsplash Installation in Glen Ellyn →
Before
AfterA Glen Ellyn 1960s ranch: before and after
A 1960s ranch in Glen Ellyn, a typical kitchen for Glen Ellyn. What we started with: 1970s dark pecan-stained cabinets. The main complaint was 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 Glen Ellyn →Questions from Glen Ellyn homeowners
Do you work everywhere in Glen Ellyn?
All of Glen Ellyn — ZIP 60137 — and the towns next door: Wheaton, Lombard, Glendale Heights.
Do contractors have to register with Glen Ellyn?
Contractors must register with the Village and meet license and insurance requirements (Village Code 4-1-11); work that does not need a building permit is exempt. We take care of it before work starts.
Does Glen Ellyn have lead water service lines?
Village is building a lead service line inventory with resident self-reports and a public Lead Service Inventory Dashboard; counts not retrieved. If yours is unconfirmed, a filter certified for lead reduction at the kitchen sink is a sensible step.
Who inspects restaurant hoods in Glen Ellyn?
Glen Ellyn Fire Department: glenellynfire.org. We schedule hood inspections and have the paperwork ready.
Is Glen Ellyn water hard?
Glen Ellyn's water source: Lake Michigan water purchased from the DuPage Water Commission (supplied via the City of Chicago). It matters for filters, faucets, dishwashers and ice makers, and we plan fittings around it.
Do you also work near Glen Ellyn?
The same crews cover Wheaton, Lombard, Glendale Heights, Villa Park and the rest of the area.
Will the work make a mess of the house?
Floors and doorways are covered, dust is contained, and the site is cleaned at the end of each day.
Will you take a small repair?
Yes. A faucet, a disposal, a cabinet door or a range hood is as welcome as a full remodel.
What kitchen services do you offer in Glen Ellyn?
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.
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.
How quickly can I get an estimate in Glen Ellyn?
Call or send the form; we check the schedule for your ZIP and book an in-home estimate at a time that suits you.
Can you update my Glen Ellyn kitchen without a full remodel?
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.