Soffit above the uppers
A soffit steals the top of the wall. Before ordering, we open it up to see if it hides a duct or pipe, then plan taller wall cabinets or a neat finished box.
Serving Hoffman Estates & nearby Schaumburg, Hanover Park
Kitchen Cabinet Installation & Replacement in Hoffman Estates, IL
We tear out worn-out kitchen cabinets in Hoffman Estates and install new ones level, square and anchored to the studs.
- Kitchen remodels across Hoffman Estates ZIP 60192, 60169, 60120, 60010
- One project manager from drawings to final walk-through
- Permits and inspections handled for you
Cabinet problems we replace and fix in Hoffman Estates
Replacing kitchen cabinets is mostly about what you don't see: a straight base line, wall cabinets screwed into studs, fillers scribed to crooked walls. Our Hoffman Estates crew handles the tear-out, the install and the trim work, and leaves the kitchen ready for countertops.
Doors that won't line up
If you keep adjusting hinges and the doors still look uneven, the boxes themselves are twisted. New cabinets set plumb and level solve it for good.
Cabinets that don't match after a patch job
A kitchen with three shades of oak and two kinds of pulls has outgrown repairs. We replace the set so the whole room matches again.
Wasted space in the corner
That dark corner cabinet nobody opens can become usable storage with a swing-out or carousel unit in the new layout.
Layout that fights you every day
When cooking means walking around an open dishwasher door or a cabinet that can't fully open, the problem is the layout. A replacement is the moment to rearrange the run.
Peeling thermofoil or failing edges
Peeling vinyl fronts are a common reason for calls. We check the boxes; if they are still sound we may suggest refacing, if not we install new cabinets.
Boxes are falling apart
Drawer bottoms that drop out, face frames pulling loose and hinges that won't hold a screw mean the boxes are finished. New cabinets with sturdier construction are the lasting fix.
New appliances don't fit the openings
A wider range, a counter-depth fridge or a second oven usually needs openings the old cabinets don't have. New cabinets are sized around the appliances you actually own.
What's included
- Measuring and site checkA full set of measurements, a level check across the floor and a look at plumbing and outlet locations.
- Base cabinets set levelLower boxes leveled, clamped and joined into one straight run, then secured to the framing.
- Wall cabinets hung on studsUpper cabinets lifted onto a temporary ledger and screwed into studs, not drywall anchors.
- Fillers, panels and scribingScribed fillers and finished end panels that close every gap and keep doors from hitting the wall.
- Trim and toe kicksFinish trim at the top and bottom of the run, matched to the cabinet color.
- Doors, drawers and hardwareEvery door and drawer adjusted for even gaps, with knobs and pulls drilled from a jig.
- Ready for countertopsThe base run is left level and solid for the countertop template, with sink and appliance openings checked.
Materials and options
Stock, semi-custom and custom linesStock cabinets come in set sizes and ship fastest; semi-custom adds sizes and finishes; custom is built to your room and usually takes longest.
Soft-close hinges and dovetail drawersSoft-close hinges and full-extension slides are standard on most lines today; dovetail drawer boxes are a sign of solid construction.
Door stylesShaker, slab, raised-panel or inset — the door style sets the look, and we install any of them.
Framed and frameless cabinetsA face frame adds rigidity and a traditional look, while frameless construction gives easier access to the full box.
Ready-to-assemble cabinetsFlat-pack cabinets can work well if they are assembled square and installed carefully; we do both.
Kitchen Cabinet Installation & Replacement before and after — Hoffman Estates homes
Before
In progress
AfterHoffman Estates kitchen, 1970s tract home: kitchen cabinet installation & replacement
The site: a 1970s tract home in Hoffman Estates. What we started with: medium-brown stained oak cabinets with wide frames and harvest-gold laminate. The main complaint was old cabinets with too few drawers and a lot of wasted space. The result: new cabinets in light sand beige with brushed nickel bar pulls, installed level and ready for light marble-look quartz counters. The job covered base cabinets set level, trim and toe kicks, plus ready for countertops.
Before
AfterA Schaumburg 1990s two-story colonial: before and after
This one is a 1990s two-story colonial in Schaumburg. What we started with: white thermofoil cabinets peeling at the edges, oak trim and white ceramic tile with dark stained grout lines. What bothered the owners most: peeling cabinet fronts on boxes that were wearing out. Finished kitchen: new cabinets in warm taupe with satin brass pulls, installed level and ready for dark soapstone-look quartz counters. Work included trim and toe kicks, doors, drawers and hardware, plus ready for countertops.
Kitchen Cabinet Installation & Replacement in Schaumburg →
Before
AfterA Palatine 1980s two-story: before and after
A 1980s two-story in Palatine, a typical kitchen for Palatine. The kitchen as it was: honey-oak cathedral raised-panel cabinets with worn finish near the handles, brass knobs and almond laminate with a backsplash lip. The main complaint was worn-out cabinets that no longer closed properly. After: new cabinets in light terracotta with brushed nickel bar pulls, installed level and ready for black honed granite counters. Work included base cabinets set level, fillers, panels and scribing, plus trim and toe kicks.
Kitchen Cabinet Installation & Replacement in Palatine →
Before
AfterHoffman Estates kitchen, raised ranch: custom kitchen cabinets
What changed: built-to-fit cabinetry to the ceiling in white uppers and deep green lowers with satin brass pulls and creamy quartzite-look quartz counters.
Custom Kitchen Cabinets in Hoffman Estates →
Before
AfterCountertop Fabrication & Installation in a raised ranch, Hoffman Estates
What changed: white quartz with soft gray veining countertops with a tight seam, an undermount sink and a new faucet.
Countertop Fabrication & Installation in Hoffman Estates →From first visit to final walk-through
- Visit and measurementsAn in-home visit to measure, check the floor and walls and hear what isn't working.
- Cabinet plan and written estimateYou get a cabinet plan and a written quote that lists every part of the job.
- Ordering and deliveryCabinets are ordered; lead time depends on the line, and we inspect every box when it arrives.
- Tear-out and installationRemoval, prep, leveling, hanging and trim — usually a few days for a typical kitchen.
- Adjustment and walk-throughDoors and drawers adjusted, hardware on, and a walk-through before countertops are templated.
Kitchen Cabinet Installation & Replacement questions from Hoffman Estates homeowners
Do I need a permit to replace kitchen cabinets?
It depends on the scope. Swapping cabinets in place is often permit-free; relocating the sink or adding outlets typically is not. We handle the permit when it's required.
Can you replace lower cabinets with drawers?
Absolutely — many owners switch most of their base cabinets to drawers because everything is easier to see and reach.
What's the difference between stock, semi-custom and custom cabinets?
Stock comes in fixed sizes and finishes and ships fastest. Semi-custom adds more sizes, finishes and options. Custom is built to the exact room and usually has the longest lead time.
How long does kitchen cabinet installation take?
Removing the old cabinets and installing a typical kitchen usually takes a few working days once the cabinets are on site. Countertops follow after templating.
Should I replace or reface my cabinets?
Sound boxes and a good layout point to refacing. Water damage, sagging or a layout you dislike point to new cabinets.
What is the Hoffman Estates building department phone number?
Permits go through Development Services Department - Code Enforcement (Building Permits) (BS&A Online Permit Portal), phone (847) 781-2631. When your scope needs one, we prepare the application and schedule the inspections.
Do I need a Hoffman Estates-registered contractor for cabinet replacement?
Contractors must register through a BS&A Online Contractor account (annual registration form and documents) and submit the Contractor/Design Professionals Registration Form and a Workers Compensation Affidavit. No fee stated. We take care of that before work starts.
What happens to the old appliance in Hoffman Estates?
Hauler Groot: appliance pickup is free but must be scheduled (847-734-6400); large/heavy items and debris over 1 cubic yard are billed per cubic yard. If you'd rather not deal with it, we haul old units and debris away.
Do I need a permit for cabinet replacement in Hoffman Estates?
It depends on the scope. Hoffman Estates's rule in short: Kitchen remodels go through the Residential Remodel permit: submit plans (1/4 inch scale) of existing and proposed kitchen showing plumbing fixtures, outlets, appliances and panel, plus a scope of work or contract. We handle the permit when one is needed with Development Services Department - Code Enforcement (Building Permits).
Do you work in my part of Hoffman Estates?
Yes. Our crews work across Hoffman Estates — ZIP 60192, 60169, 60120, 60010 — and nearby Schaumburg, Hanover Park, Palatine.
Working in Hoffman Estates
- A lot of Hoffman Estates kitchens date from the 1970s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Most Hoffman Estates homes are single-family. We protect floors and driveways and leave the site clean every day.
- We know how Development Services Department - Code Enforcement (Building Permits) handles kitchen permits and pull them for you.
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Other kitchen services in Hoffman Estates
Custom Kitchen CabinetsBuilt-to-fit cabinetry up to the ceiling.
Kitchen Cabinet ModificationCabinets resized for new appliances, panels and fillers.
Countertop Fabrication & InstallationQuartz, granite and butcher block, templated and installed.
Kitchen RemodelingFull kitchen remodels, from layout to last cabinet pull.
Kitchen Cabinet PaintingFactory-smooth painted cabinets without replacing them.