1970s stainless double sink
Many 1970s kitchens still have the original drop-in double sink. We swap it for a deeper bowl and new strainers.
Serving Hanover Park & nearby Bartlett, Roselle
Kitchen Sink Installation & Replacement in Hanover Park, IL
Undermount, drop-in and farmhouse sinks set, sealed and connected by licensed plumbers in Hanover Park.
- Serving Hanover Park ZIP 60133
- Installed level, sealed and tested before we leave
- Clear price for the install before the visit
Kitchen sink problems we fix in Hanover Park
Swapping a sink looks simple until the new bowl doesn't match the cutout or the drain lands in the wrong spot. Our Hanover Park crew measures first, then sets the sink and has a licensed plumber hook up the drain and supplies.
Sink that drains slowly after replacement
A sink that drains poorly after a DIY swap usually has a trap set too high or a tailpiece forced at an angle. We rebuild the drain.
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.
Strainer or drain leaking
Drips below the drain opening come from a worn basket strainer seal. New strainers bedded in putty or a gasket are part of every sink we set.
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.
Drop-in rim that traps grime
A drop-in rim and its yellowing caulk are hard to keep clean. If the counter is stone or quartz, an undermount sink can often replace it.
Sink cabinet floor wet or swollen
A sink that leaked for months often leaves a soft cabinet floor. We replace the sink, fix the leak source and can put a new panel or mat in the base.
Sink installed with the counter replacement
When counters are replaced, the sink is set to the new tops and our licensed plumber reconnects the drain, faucet and disposal.
What we hook up and check
- Shut off and disconnectWater shut off, faucet, disposal and dishwasher lines disconnected.
- Prepare the openingCutout cleaned of old caulk and adhesive; enlarged or polished when needed.
- Cabinet changes for farmhouse sinksSink base cut down or replaced, with a support frame for the apron sink.
- Faucet and accessoriesFaucet, sprayer, soap dispenser or deck plate installed.
- Disposal and dishwasher hookupDisposal remounted to the new flange and dishwasher drain reconnected.
- Supply valves and linesFresh supply connections from the valves to the faucet.
- Leak check and cleanupWe test the whole setup under use and clean up the cabinet.
Models, parts and fittings
Farmhouse (apron-front)A deep bowl with an exposed front that needs a modified or dedicated sink base.
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.
FireclayGlazed ceramic fired at high heat, common for farmhouse sinks; heavy and glossy.
Workstation sinksBowls with a ledge for cutting boards, colanders and drying racks.
Before and after: kitchens near Hanover Park
Before
Installed
DetailHanover Park kitchen, two-story colonial from the 1990s: kitchen sink installation & replacement
The site: a two-story colonial from the 1990s near Ontarioville. The kitchen as it was: white cast-iron double sink. The main complaint was a chipped porcelain sink with stains that wouldn't scrub out. The result: a new undermount stainless single-bowl sink with a pull-down faucet. Work included cabinet changes for farmhouse sinks, faucet and accessories, plus supply valves and lines.
Before
AfterKitchen Sink Installation & Replacement in a 1980s two-story, Bartlett
This one is a 1980s two-story in Bartlett. Before: white double sink. The main complaint was a divided sink too narrow for sheet pans. After: a new undermount stainless single-bowl sink with a pull-down faucet. On site this meant prepare the opening, cabinet changes for farmhouse sinks, plus faucet and accessories.
Kitchen Sink Installation & Replacement in Bartlett →
Before
AfterBefore and after: a 1980s two-story in Bloomingdale
A 1980s two-story near Old Town Bloomingdale, a typical kitchen for Bloomingdale. What we started with: solid-surface integrated sink. What bothered the owners most: a stained solid-surface bowl. The result: a new undermount stainless single-bowl sink with a pull-down faucet. Work included shut off and disconnect, prepare the opening, plus leak check and cleanup.
Kitchen Sink Installation & Replacement in Bloomingdale →
Before
AfterHanover Park kitchen, 1970s split-level: kitchen remodeling
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.
Kitchen Remodeling in Hanover Park →
Before
AfterKitchen Cabinet Painting in a 1970s tract home, Hanover Park
The same doors sprayed in sage green, new matte black pulls; counters and floor stayed as they were.
Kitchen Cabinet Painting in Hanover Park →How the install goes
- Pick the sinkChoose the material and style, or ask us what fits your counter and cabinet.
- Measure and planWe check the cutout, the cabinet and the drain, and plan any cabinet changes.
- Written estimateA clear quote listing the sink work, parts and any cabinet modifications.
- Install and connectThe old sink comes out, the new one is set and a licensed plumber makes the connections.
- Cure and testAfter the bond sets, the sink is tested in full use.
Kitchen Sink Installation & Replacement questions from Hanover Park 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.
Can you install a sink I bought myself?
Of course. Send us the model and we'll confirm the fit and what else is needed.
How long does a sink replacement take?
Most sink replacements take a day; cabinet modifications or new counters add time.
Can you reuse my old faucet and disposal?
Yes, if they work well and fit. It's also the easiest time to upgrade either one.
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.
Hanover Park contractor registration: do kitchen contractors need it?
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.
Hanover Park water: how does it affect sink replacement?
Hanover Park's water source: 100 percent Lake Michigan water, treated by City of Chicago; four emergency groundwater wells (not used for supply in 2022). We plan fittings and filters around it.
Does sink replacement need a Hanover Park building permit, and who files it?
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.
Ontarioville
ZIP 60133
Kitchen Sink Installation & Replacement nearby
Other kitchen services in Hanover Park
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.