Soffits above the cabinets
Many 1970s kitchens have a boxed soffit over the wall cabinets. We find out what is inside, reroute ducts where possible and take the cabinets to the ceiling.
Serving Hanover Park & nearby Bartlett, Roselle
Kitchen Remodeling in Hanover Park, IL
Get your kitchen remodel priced by a contractor who works in Hanover Park — and know what to expect before the estimate visit.
- Local crews working in Hanover Park ZIP 60133
- Design, permits and every trade on one schedule
- A written, itemized estimate before any work
Kitchen problems we solve in Hanover Park
A kitchen remodel in Hanover Park usually starts with one complaint — no counter space, cabinets that are falling apart, or a room that is closed off from the rest of the house. We fix the cause, not just the look: layout, storage, lighting, wiring and plumbing, then the finishes you see every day.
Tile counters and fluorescent box lights
Grout lines that never come clean and a buzzing light box are typical in 1970s kitchens. Stone counters and flush LED lighting change the whole room.
Kitchen cut off from the family room
If the cook can't see the rest of the family, we open the wall or reorient the layout so the kitchen faces the room.
Dated look
Oak cabinets, tile counters and a dropped light box make a kitchen look its age. New surfaces and lighting bring it up to date.
Not enough storage
Counters covered with things that have nowhere else to go? Taller uppers, a pantry wall, deep drawers and corner pull-outs give everything a place.
Cabinets are falling apart
Particleboard that has swollen under the sink, loose face frames and drawers held together with glue — once the boxes go, paint won't save them. We replace them and fix the leak that caused it.
The kitchen is dark
A single center light and dark counters make cooking harder than it should be. We add recessed, pendant and under-cabinet lighting with dimmers.
No counter space
If you prep on the cooktop because every counter is full, we look at a longer run, a peninsula or an island and move small appliances into an appliance garage.
What the project covers
- CountertopsStone or wood counters measured on the installed cabinets, with sink and cooktop cut-outs.
- FlooringLuxury vinyl plank, porcelain tile or hardwood, tied into the rooms around the kitchen.
- Electrical and lightingCircuits for the range, microwave and dishwasher, code-compliant outlets and layered lighting.
- Drywall and paintWall repair after demolition, primer and paint on walls and ceiling.
- Permits and inspectionsPermit applications, scheduled inspections and sign-off are part of the job, not extras.
- Range hood ventingA hood ducted to the outside, sized for your range, with a proper exterior cap.
- Project managementA single point of contact who schedules the trades and keeps you informed.
Materials and options
Flat-panel (slab) cabinetsSeamless doors in wood veneer or matte laminate for a modern, minimal look.
Shaker cabinetsClean five-piece doors that suit both classic and modern kitchens, painted or stained.
Granite and quartziteEach slab is unique — pick yours at the yard. Periodic sealing keeps it stain resistant.
Quartz countersEngineered stone that never needs sealing and resists stains — the everyday workhorse.
Luxury vinyl plankWaterproof, warm underfoot and forgiving on uneven subfloors — popular in busy kitchens.
Kitchens like yours in Hanover Park: before and after
Before
In progress
AfterKitchen Remodeling in a 1970s split-level, Hanover Park
The site: a 1970s split-level in Hanover Park. What we started with: dark stained oak cabinets with wide face frames and a scalloped wood valance over the sink, harvest-gold laminate, brick-pattern sheet vinyl and a large fluorescent light box. The reason for the call: a dated kitchen with worn surfaces everywhere. Finished kitchen: cabinets in white uppers and dusty blue lowers with satin brass pulls, white quartz with soft gray veining counters, a white 2x8 tile in a vertical stack backsplash, hickory luxury vinyl plank flooring and a flush drum fixture and under-cabinet lights. Work included countertops, electrical and lighting, plus drywall and paint.
Before
AfterA Bartlett 1990s two-story colonial: before and after
The site: a 1990s two-story colonial in Bartlett. What we started with: white thermofoil cabinets peeling at the edges, oak trim, white ceramic tile with dark stained grout lines, oak parquet and a brass chandelier over the nook. The reason for the call: cabinets that were falling apart. After: 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. Work included electrical and lighting, drywall and paint, plus permits and inspections.
Kitchen Remodeling in Bartlett →Before
AfterA Roselle raised ranch: before and after
A raised ranch in Roselle, a typical kitchen for Roselle. The kitchen as it was: dark stained oak cabinets with wide face frames and a scalloped wood valance over the sink, harvest-gold laminate, brick-pattern sheet vinyl and a large fluorescent light box. The reason for the call: a dated kitchen with worn surfaces everywhere. After: cabinets in light greige with brushed nickel bar pulls, light marble-look quartz counters, a terracotta-look square tile backsplash, black-and-white checkerboard tile flooring and two glass pendants and recessed lights. The job covered flooring, electrical and lighting, plus drywall and paint.
Kitchen Remodeling in Roselle →
Before
AfterA Hanover Park raised ranch: before and after
Finished: a new layout with an island, cabinets in terracotta, dark soapstone-look quartz counters and recessed lights and under-cabinet LED strips.
Kitchen Design & Layout Planning in Hanover Park →
Before
AfterKitchen Cabinet Installation & Replacement in a raised ranch, Hanover Park
What changed: new cabinets in light sand beige with brushed nickel bar pulls, installed level and ready for light marble-look quartz counters.
Kitchen Cabinet Installation & Replacement in Hanover Park →The project, step by step
- In-home consultationA walk-through of your kitchen: measurements, a look behind the sink and at the panel, and your wish list.
- Design and written estimateA drawn plan, a materials list and a written, itemized quote.
- Ordering and permitsWe place cabinet and counter orders and submit permit drawings while you wait for delivery.
- ConstructionDemolition, rough plumbing and electrical, inspections, then cabinets, counters, tile and lighting.
- Final walk-throughPunch-list fixes, final cleaning and a walk-through before we call the job done.
Kitchen Remodeling questions from Hanover Park homeowners
My home was built before 1978. Is lead paint an issue?
It can be, so we work lead-safe on older homes: containment, no dry sanding and HEPA cleanup.
Is it worth keeping my 1970s layout?
If the layout works, keeping it lets the budget go to cabinets and counters. We suggest changes only where they pay off.
What does a kitchen remodel cost?
Cabinets, layout changes and materials drive the price. After measuring, we send a line-item estimate so you can adjust the scope.
Can I keep my appliances?
Usually yes. We build the openings around them; if you plan to upgrade later, we can size openings for the new models now.
Do you help with design and choosing materials?
We handle the design: layout, appliance plan, cabinet style, counters and tile, with samples you can see at home.
Do I need a Hanover Park-registered contractor for kitchen remodel?
All contractors must be registered and bonded with the Village before a building permit is issued; apply via Inspectional Services. We take care of that before work starts.
What happens to the old cabinets and debris in Hanover Park?
Garbage hauler is Groot Industries (866-782-5161); page gives no bulk or appliance rules, call hauler or Village. If you'd rather not deal with it, we haul old units and debris away.
Does a Hanover Park historic district affect kitchen remodel?
Hanover Park has locally reviewed areas, including historic Commission protects heritage buildings/sites and no specific districts named. Exterior changes there can need review; interior-only work usually does not. We check before anything changes on the outside.
Hanover Park building permit for kitchen remodel: where do I apply?
Permits go through Inspectional Services Division (Hanover Park Fire Department), phone 630-823-5860. When your scope needs one, we prepare the application and schedule the inspections.
Do you work in my part of Hanover Park?
Yes. Our crews work across Hanover Park, including Ontarioville — ZIP 60133 — and nearby Bartlett, Roselle, Bloomingdale.
Working in Hanover Park
- A lot of Hanover Park kitchens date from the 1970s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Most Hanover Park homes are single-family. We protect floors and driveways and leave the site clean every day.
- Live in a historic district? Interior kitchen work is usually not reviewed. We check before anything touches the exterior.
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Other kitchen services in Hanover Park
Kitchen Design & Layout PlanningLayouts, 3D plans and material picks before work starts.
Kitchen Cabinet Installation & ReplacementNew cabinets installed, leveled and ready for counters.
Countertop Fabrication & InstallationQuartz, granite and butcher block, templated and installed.
Kitchen Backsplash InstallationTile backsplashes with clean lines and flush outlets.
Kitchen Cabinet PaintingFactory-smooth painted cabinets without replacing them.