Scale on the aerator from lake water
Lake water carries some minerals that collect in the faucet's screen. We clean or replace the aerator before suggesting anything bigger.
Serving Glen Ellyn & nearby Wheaton, Lombard
Kitchen Faucet Installation in Glen Ellyn, IL
Pull-down, touchless and two-handle kitchen faucets installed leak-free by licensed plumbers in Glen Ellyn.
- Installers working in Glen Ellyn ZIP 60137
- Hookups by licensed trades where the code calls for it
- Old unit hauled away on request
Kitchen faucet problems we fix in Glen Ellyn
A kitchen faucet swap is quick when the valves turn, the holes match and the old nuts come loose. In Glen Ellyn our licensed plumbers handle the cases where they don't, and leave you with a faucet that doesn't drip at the base.
Leaking from the handle
A handle that weeps while you run water has a failed seal under it. We open it up and tell you whether a part solves it.
Old two-handle faucet with a side sprayer
Many owners replace the old two-handle setup with a single lever and a pull-down spray. We cover the leftover holes with a deck plate.
Wanting a touchless faucet
Touchless faucets need power under the sink, either batteries or a plug-in adapter. We plan the control box and its power when we install.
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.
Leak under the sink at the faucet lines
Water dripping inside the cabinet near the faucet usually comes from the supply connections or a pull-down hose that has cracked. We replace the failed part.
Faucet leaking from the base
When the faucet leaks where it meets the sink, either the internal seals or the mounting gasket has failed. We find which and fix it.
Pull-down sprayer that won't retract
Sprayer heads that droop often need the weight moved or a worn hose replaced. It's a quick fix.
What we hook up and check
- Check the sink and suppliesA check of the sink holes, shut-offs and clearances so the faucet fits.
- Shut off and removeThe old faucet and side sprayer taken off without damaging the sink.
- Replace valves when neededSeized or leaking stops replaced with quarter-turn valves.
- Supply connectionsHot and cold lines hooked up to the valves.
- Power for touchless modelsSensor faucet wiring and power placed where it can be serviced.
- Extra holesDeck plate, soap pump or second faucet for any leftover holes.
- Flush and testWe run hot and cold, test the sprayer and look for drips below.
What to pick before the install
Bridge and two-handle faucetsSeparate hot and cold handles on a bridge or widespread base for traditional kitchens.
Pull-down faucetsA spray head that pulls down into the sink; the most popular kitchen style.
Filtered-water and pot-filler tapsA small second faucet for filtered water, or a wall-mounted pot filler by the range.
Pull-out faucetsA shorter spout with a head that pulls straight out toward you.
Deck platesA cover plate that hides extra holes under a single-hole faucet.
Kitchen Faucet Installation before and after — Glen Ellyn homes
Before
Installed
DetailGlen Ellyn kitchen, two-story colonial from the 1990s: kitchen faucet installation
This one is a two-story colonial from the 1990s in Glen Ellyn. What we started with: solid-surface integrated sink. The main complaint was an old faucet that dripped and was crusted with scale. The result: a new single-handle pull-down faucet with a clean caulk line. The job covered supply connections, extra holes, plus flush and test.
Before
AfterBefore and after: a 1980s condo in Lombard
This one is a 1980s condo in Lombard. What we started with: stainless double sink. What bothered the owners most: a leaking two-handle faucet with a side sprayer. The result: a new single-handle pull-down faucet with a clean caulk line. Work included check the sink and supplies, shut off and remove, plus flush and test.
Kitchen Faucet Installation in Lombard →
Before
AfterA Villa Park 1990s two-story colonial: before and after
This one is a 1990s two-story colonial in Villa Park. What we started with: white double sink. The main complaint was a leaking two-handle faucet with a side sprayer. The result: a new single-handle pull-down faucet with a clean caulk line. On site this meant shut off and remove, replace valves when needed, plus power for touchless models.
Kitchen Faucet Installation in Villa Park →
Before
AfterKitchen Plumbing Relocation in a 1960s ranch, Glen Ellyn
What changed: a new island with a prep sink, the drain, vent and water lines relocated from the old wall.
Kitchen Plumbing Relocation in Glen Ellyn →
Before
AfterGlen Ellyn kitchen, 1960s ranch: kitchen remodeling
What changed: cabinets in light butter yellow with polished nickel pulls, black honed granite counters, a gray beveled subway tile backsplash, light oak hardwood flooring and two glass pendants and recessed lights.
Kitchen Remodeling in Glen Ellyn →How the install goes
- Pick a faucetChoose one yourself or ask us what fits your sink and holes.
- Check the setupWe confirm the hole count, valves and clearances.
- Written estimateYou get the price in writing, including any valve replacement.
- Install and testThe faucet goes in, a licensed plumber connects it and we test every joint.
Kitchen Faucet Installation questions from Glen Ellyn homeowners
Are touchless faucets worth it?
For people who cook a lot, yes: no greasy handles. They need batteries or power under the sink and a little more upkeep.
How long does it take to install a kitchen faucet?
Often an hour or two. Seized valves, a stuck old faucet or a new hole in stone add time.
Repair or replace a dripping faucet?
If the faucet is fairly new and parts are available, repair. If it's old, corroded or leaking in several places, replace.
Can a handyman install a kitchen faucet?
Plumbing in Illinois is licensed work. When we install a faucet, a licensed plumber does it and can replace seized valves on the spot.
Can you install a faucet I already bought?
Yes. We check that it fits your sink and supplies and install it.
Do I need a Glen Ellyn-registered contractor for faucet installation?
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 that before work starts.
What is Glen Ellyn doing about lead water lines?
Village is building a lead service line inventory with resident self-reports and a public Lead Service Inventory Dashboard; counts not retrieved. A filter certified for lead reduction is a sensible step until your line is confirmed or replaced.
Is Glen Ellyn water hard, and does it matter for faucet installation?
Glen Ellyn's water source: Lake Michigan water purchased from the DuPage Water Commission (supplied via the City of Chicago). Aerators and cartridges scale faster with harder water.
Do you work in my part of Glen Ellyn?
Yes. Our crews work across Glen Ellyn — ZIP 60137 — and nearby Wheaton, Lombard, Glendale Heights.
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
Kitchen Faucet Installation nearby
Other kitchen services in Glen Ellyn
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.