pre-1940 stainless double sink
If your sink dates from the pre-1940, the drain parts usually do too. We replace both at once.
Serving Highland Park & nearby Northbrook, Glenview
Kitchen Sink Installation & Replacement in Highland Park, IL
Undermount, drop-in and farmhouse sinks set, sealed and connected by licensed plumbers in Highland Park.
- Serving Highland Park ZIP 60035
- Installed level, sealed and tested before we leave
- Clear price for the install before the visit
Kitchen sink problems we fix in Highland Park
We replace kitchen sinks in Highland Park homes from removal to the last leak check: the old bowl out, the opening prepared, the new undermount, drop-in or farmhouse sink set and every connection under it made new.
Wanting a farmhouse sink
An apron-front sink needs a cabinet built or cut down for it and solid support underneath. We modify the sink base or install a dedicated apron cabinet.
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.
Sink that drains slowly after replacement
Slow draining right after an install points to the connection, not the bowl. We correct the pitch and the fittings.
Double bowl too small for big pans
Two narrow bowls make sheet pans and stockpots awkward. A large single bowl or a low-divide sink fits them, often in the same cabinet.
Chipped or stained porcelain sink
Enameled cast iron and porcelain chip down to dark metal and hold stains no cleaner removes. Replacement is the lasting fix.
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.
Dated sink in an otherwise good kitchen
If the counters and cabinets are fine, replacing only the sink is a contained job. We keep the countertop intact.
What the install includes
- Measure the cutout and cabinetA check of the cutout, cabinet width and plumbing so the new sink fits.
- Prepare the openingCutout cleaned of old caulk and adhesive; enlarged or polished when needed.
- Cabinet changes for farmhouse sinksCabinet front modified and the sink supported from below.
- Set and seal the sinkUndermount sinks clipped and bonded; drop-ins bedded in sealant and clamped.
- 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 cleanupBoth bowls filled and drained, every joint checked dry.
Models, parts and fittings
Drop-in (top-mount)Rests on the counter with a rim; works with laminate as well as stone.
Enameled cast ironVery heavy and long-lasting, with a glossy enamel that can chip if struck.
UndermountHung under the countertop; needs a finished cutout edge and a strong counter.
Workstation sinksSinks with built-in rails that hold accessories over the basin.
Farmhouse (apron-front)Apron sinks sit forward of the cabinets and need support built in.
What the work looks like in Highland Park homes
Before
Installed
DetailKitchen Sink Installation & Replacement in a two-story colonial from the 1990s, Highland Park
A two-story colonial from the 1990s near St. John's, a typical kitchen for Highland Park. Before: solid-surface integrated sink. The main complaint was a stained solid-surface bowl. The result: a new undermount stainless single-bowl sink with a pull-down faucet. On site this meant measure the cutout and cabinet, cabinet changes for farmhouse sinks, plus leak check and cleanup.
Before
AfterNorthbrook kitchen, 1980s two-story: kitchen sink installation & replacement
This one is a 1980s two-story in Northbrook. What we started with: white cast-iron double sink. The reason for the call: worn enamel and rust spots in the old bowl. Finished kitchen: a new undermount stainless single-bowl sink with a pull-down faucet. Work included prepare the opening, cabinet changes for farmhouse sinks, plus supply valves and lines.
Kitchen Sink Installation & Replacement in Northbrook →
Before
AfterKitchen Sink Installation & Replacement in a 1990s two-story colonial, Glenview
A 1990s two-story colonial near The Park, a typical kitchen for Glenview. The kitchen as it was: white double sink. The reason for the call: a divided sink too narrow for sheet pans. The result: a new undermount stainless single-bowl sink with a pull-down faucet. The job covered prepare the opening, cabinet changes for farmhouse sinks, plus leak check and cleanup.
Kitchen Sink Installation & Replacement in Glenview →
Before
AfterBefore and after: a 1960s ranch in Highland Park
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 Highland Park →
Before
AfterA Highland Park postwar Cape Cod: before and after
What changed: the same doors sprayed in pale sage, new polished nickel pulls; counters and floor stayed as they were.
Kitchen Cabinet Painting in Highland Park →From the old unit to the new one
- 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 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 Highland Park homeowners
Will Lake Michigan water mark my new sink?
Some spotting is normal. A quick dry-off and an occasional vinegar rinse keep the bowl clean.
Undermount or drop-in: which is better?
It depends on the counter. Stone and quartz suit undermount; laminate usually calls for a drop-in.
Can you install a sink I bought myself?
Yes. We check that it fits the cutout and the cabinet before install day.
Do you need a plumber to install a kitchen sink?
In Illinois, plumbing connections are work for plumbers licensed by the Illinois Department of Public Health. Our licensed plumbers make the drain and supply connections.
Can I switch from a drop-in to an undermount sink?
On stone or quartz, often yes, if the cutout edge can be polished and the new sink covers the opening. On laminate it generally isn't practical.
Do I need a Highland Park-registered contractor for sink replacement?
The City publishes contractor requirements on its Building Division page (new building codes effective March 1, 2026). We take care of that before work starts.
Highland Park water: how does it affect sink replacement?
Highland Park's water source: Lake Michigan, treated at the City's own Water Treatment Plant at the east end of Park Avenue. We plan fittings and filters around it.
What is Highland Park doing about lead water lines?
City states it is in full compliance with state and federal lead and copper rules and has run a corrosion control program for 26 years; water plant phone 847-433-4355. A filter certified for lead reduction is a sensible step until your line is confirmed or replaced.
Do you work in my part of Highland Park?
Yes. Our crews work across Highland Park, including Ravinia District, Downtown Highland Park, Port Clinton, St. John's — ZIP 60035 — and nearby Northbrook, Glenview, Buffalo Grove.
Working in Highland Park
- A lot of Highland Park kitchens date from the pre-1940. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Most Highland Park 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.
Ravinia DistrictDowntown Highland ParkPort ClintonSt. John's
ZIP 60035
Kitchen Sink Installation & Replacement nearby
Other kitchen services in Highland 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.