2000s stainless double sink
If your sink dates from the 2000s, the drain parts usually do too. We replace both at once.
Serving Glenview & nearby Northbrook, Park Ridge
Kitchen Sink Installation & Replacement in Glenview, IL
Undermount, drop-in and farmhouse sinks set, sealed and connected by licensed plumbers in Glenview.
- Installers working in Glenview ZIP 60025, 60026, 60062
- Hookups by licensed trades where the code calls for it
- Old unit hauled away on request
Kitchen sink problems we fix in Glenview
Swapping a sink looks simple until the new bowl doesn't match the cutout or the drain lands in the wrong spot. Our Glenview crew measures first, then sets the sink and has a licensed plumber hook up the drain and supplies.
Undermount sink pulling away from the counter
A gap between the sink rim and the stone means the clips or adhesive have failed. We take the weight off, remount it with new clips or a support rail and reseal the joint.
Strainer or drain leaking
Old strainers loosen and their seals dry out. We install new ones and tighten them so the joint stays dry.
Chipped or stained porcelain sink
Rust spots and chips in an old porcelain bowl only get worse. We remove it and install a stainless, composite or fireclay sink in its place.
Old drain parts that won't line up
Deeper bowls lower the drain outlet. If it ends up below the wall connection, we adjust the trap arm so the sink still drains properly.
Dated sink in an otherwise good kitchen
A worn sink in a kitchen you otherwise like is one of the easier updates. We swap the bowl and the faucet without touching the cabinets.
Faucet holes don't match the new faucet
If you want a single-handle faucet on a three-hole sink, a deck plate covers the gaps. With undermount sinks the holes are drilled in the counter instead.
Double bowl too small for big pans
Many owners trade a divided sink for one wide basin. We reconfigure the drain for the single outlet and reconnect the disposal.
What the install includes
- Measure the cutout and cabinetA check of the cutout, cabinet width and plumbing so the new sink fits.
- Shut off and disconnectWe close the valves and take apart the drain, supply and appliance connections.
- Prepare the openingCutout cleaned of old caulk and adhesive; enlarged or polished when needed.
- Set and seal the sinkUndermount sinks clipped and bonded; drop-ins bedded in sealant and clamped.
- New strainers and drainNew basket strainers, tailpieces and P-trap assembled to the drain line.
- Disposal and dishwasher hookupAppliance connections restored with a high loop or air gap as code requires.
- Supply valves and linesWorn shut-off valves replaced and new braided supply lines installed.
What to pick before the install
Farmhouse (apron-front)Apron sinks sit forward of the cabinets and need support built in.
FireclayGlazed ceramic fired at high heat, common for farmhouse sinks; heavy and glossy.
Workstation sinksSinks with built-in rails that hold accessories over the basin.
Enameled cast ironClassic cast iron, often drop-in, that needs a sturdy counter and cabinet.
Stainless steelThe most common kitchen sink: durable, light and quiet when it has sound padding.
Before and after: kitchens near Glenview
Before
Installed
DetailBefore and after: a two-story colonial from the 1990s in Glenview
This one is a two-story colonial from the 1990s in Glenview. The kitchen as it was: white double sink. The main complaint was two small bowls where big pots never fit. The result: a new undermount stainless single-bowl sink with a pull-down faucet. Work included new strainers and drain, disposal and dishwasher hookup, plus supply valves and lines.
Before
AfterNorthbrook kitchen, 1980s two-story: kitchen sink installation & replacement
A 1980s two-story near Downtown Northbrook, a typical kitchen for Northbrook. Before: white cast-iron double sink. The main complaint was a chipped porcelain sink with stains that wouldn't scrub out. Finished kitchen: a new undermount stainless single-bowl sink with a pull-down faucet. The job covered shut off and disconnect, disposal and dishwasher hookup, plus supply valves and lines.
Kitchen Sink Installation & Replacement in Northbrook →
Before
AfterKitchen Remodeling in a 1950s ranch, Glenview
What changed: cabinets in white uppers and dusty blue lowers with matte black pulls, bright white quartz counters, a terracotta-look square tile backsplash, black-and-white checkerboard tile flooring and recessed lights and under-cabinet LED strips.
Kitchen Remodeling in Glenview →
Before
AfterA Glenview postwar Cape Cod: before and after
Finished: the same doors sprayed in pale sage, new polished nickel pulls; counters and floor stayed as they were.
Kitchen Cabinet Painting in Glenview →Install day
- 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 estimateYou get an itemized estimate for removal, installation and plumbing.
- Install and connectWe mount the sink and hook up the drain, faucet and appliances.
- Cure and testAfter the bond sets, the sink is tested in full use.
Kitchen Sink Installation & Replacement questions from Glenview homeowners
Will Lake Michigan water mark my new sink?
Mineral spots can appear on any sink. Lighter composites and brushed stainless hide them better than dark matte finishes.
Who would you call to install a new sink?
Call someone who does the whole job: removing the old sink, setting the new one and connecting the plumbing.
What does a new kitchen sink installation cost?
The sink type, the counter, any cabinet changes and how much plumbing is replaced drive the price. We give a written, itemized estimate after the visit.
Can a fallen undermount sink be reattached?
In most cases. As long as the stone around the cutout isn't cracked, the sink can be remounted.
Undermount or drop-in: which is better?
Undermount is easier to clean and looks sleeker, but it needs a stone or solid-surface counter. Drop-in works on any counter and is the simpler swap.
Does Glenview require a licensed plumber for sink replacement?
Plumbers register by submitting a copy of their 055 State license and a Letter of Intent; no fee or bond. Our plumbing connections are made by licensed plumbers.
Glenview water: how does it affect sink replacement?
Glenview's water source: Water purchased from the Village of Wilmette, which treats Lake Michigan water. We plan fittings and filters around it.
Glenview building permit for sink replacement: where do I apply?
Permits go through Community Development, Inspectional Services Division (Development Center), phone (847) 904-4330. When your scope needs one, we prepare the application and schedule the inspections.
Glenview contractor registration: do kitchen contractors need it?
General and demolition contractors register with the Village: $50 fee, $25,000 bond, certificate of insurance and workers comp proof. Unlisted contractor types need no registration. We take care of that before work starts.
Do I need a permit for sink replacement in Glenview?
It depends on the scope. Glenview's rule in short: Permit required for remodeling/altering a structure, changing the number or location of plumbing fixtures or piping, and new electrical work. We handle the permit when one is needed with Community Development, Inspectional Services Division (Development Center).
Do you work in my part of Glenview?
Yes. Our crews work across Glenview, including The Park, The Glen, The Grove — ZIP 60025, 60026, 60062 — and nearby Northbrook, Park Ridge, Des Plaines.
Working in Glenview
- A lot of Glenview kitchens date from the 2000s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Most Glenview homes are single-family. We protect floors and driveways and leave the site clean every day.
- We know how Community Development, Inspectional Services Division (Development Center) handles kitchen permits and pull them for you.
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Kitchen Sink Installation & Replacement nearby
Other kitchen services in Glenview
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.