Loose or cracked face frame
A gap between the frame and the cabinet side means the joint has failed. We close it, secure it and touch up the finish.
Serving Hoffman Estates & nearby Schaumburg, Hanover Park
Kitchen Cabinet & Drawer Repair in Hoffman Estates, IL
Sagging doors, broken drawers and swollen sink bases in Hoffman Estates kitchens, repaired so the cabinets you have keep working.
- Technicians covering Hoffman Estates ZIP 60192, 60169, 60120, 60010
- Diagnosis first, then a written price for the repair
- Honest advice when replacing makes more sense
Cabinet and drawer problems we repair in Hoffman Estates
Most broken cabinets in Hoffman Estates kitchens do not need replacing. A stripped hinge, a drawer that drops off its slide or a sink base swollen from a slow leak can be repaired, and we do those repairs with parts that match what you have.
Cracked or split cabinet door
A split panel or broken door joint can often be glued and clamped. When it cannot, we make or source a replacement door in the same style.
Door won't stay closed
Doors that drift open often have worn hinge springs or a cabinet that is no longer level. We replace hinges or adjust the box so doors close and stay shut.
Stripped hinge screw holes
Particleboard sides lose their grip around hinge screws over time. We fill and redrill the holes or add a hinge repair plate so the door stays put.
Drawers that stick or grind
We clean, adjust or replace the slides, and plane the box if it rubs, so the drawer opens smoothly.
Water damage at the dishwasher
We rebuild cabinet sides and kick boards damaged by dishwasher leaks so the edges are flat and sealed again.
Door sagging or hanging crooked
Sagging is a sign the hinge or its mounting has given way. We reset it, and if the screw holes are stripped, we plug and redrill them.
Sagging shelves
If a shelf has dipped in the middle, flipping it rarely lasts. A stiffer shelf or a center support fixes it.
What the repair visit covers
- DiagnosisEvery repair starts with finding the cause, whether it is a part, a leak or a shifted cabinet.
- Checking for active leaksUnder the sink we check for drips and dampness so a repaired cabinet does not get wet again.
- Rebuilding the cabinet floorA new plywood floor is cut to fit, supported and sealed in the sink base.
- Repairing hinge mountsStripped holes are plugged or fitted with repair plates so hinges hold.
- Hinges and adjustmentWe set every door we touch so it lines up with its neighbors.
- Drawer slidesWe fit new slides sized to the drawer depth and weight.
- Frames, panels and shelvesWe fix frames, side panels and shelves so the cabinet is solid again.
Parts we replace
Full-extension slidesBall-bearing or undermount slides that open the whole drawer and carry heavy loads.
Drawer boxesReplacement boxes sized exactly to the opening and your slides.
Shelving and shelf supportsStiffer shelf panels and matching supports that will not bow.
Plywood cabinet floorsSink bases get a plywood bottom that will not swell like the original.
Wood fillers, glue and touch-up finishesWood glue, filler and touch-up stains or paint matched to your cabinets.
Kitchens like yours in Hoffman Estates: before and after
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DetailBefore and after: a two-story colonial from the 1990s in Hoffman Estates
A two-story colonial from the 1990s in Hoffman Estates, a typical kitchen for Hoffman Estates. What we started with: white thermofoil cabinets peeling at the edges, oak trim and white double sink. The main complaint was worn, damaged cabinet parts that needed fixing. The result: the same sink base with a new plywood floor, new soft-close hinges, door aligned. Work included diagnosis, checking for active leaks, plus repairing hinge mounts.
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AfterBefore and after: a two-story colonial from the 1990s in Palatine
This one is a two-story colonial from the 1990s in Palatine. Before: golden-oak cabinets with oak soffits above and solid-surface integrated sink. What bothered the owners most: a sink base ruined by a slow leak. Finished kitchen: the same sink base with a new plywood floor, new soft-close hinges, door aligned. The job covered checking for active leaks, repairing hinge mounts, plus hinges and adjustment.
Kitchen Cabinet & Drawer Repair in Palatine →
Before
AfterA Roselle 1980s two-story: before and after
A 1980s two-story in Roselle, a typical kitchen for Roselle. The kitchen as it was: honey-oak cathedral raised-panel cabinets with worn finish near the handles, brass knobs and white cast-iron double sink. The main complaint was broken cabinets they wanted fixed, not replaced. The result: the same sink base with a new plywood floor, new soft-close hinges, door aligned. The job covered rebuilding the cabinet floor, repairing hinge mounts, plus hinges and adjustment.
Kitchen Cabinet & Drawer Repair in Roselle →
Before
AfterHoffman Estates kitchen, 1970s split-level: cabinet refinishing & staining
What changed: wood cabinets stripped and refinished in a rich even medium-brown stain, grain still showing.
Cabinet Refinishing & Staining in Hoffman Estates →
Before
AfterA Hoffman Estates 1970s tract home: before and after
New five-piece shaker doors and drawer fronts in forest green with unlacquered brass knobs and cup pulls.
Cabinet Door & Drawer Front Replacement in Hoffman Estates →The repair visit
- Tell us what's brokenDescribe the problem or send photos so we bring likely parts.
- Visit and diagnosisOn site we find the cause and confirm the repair with you.
- RepairMost repairs are done the same visit; special parts may need a second trip.
- Test and clean upWe check every repaired part with you and leave the kitchen tidy.
Kitchen Cabinet & Drawer Repair questions from Hoffman Estates homeowners
How long does a cabinet repair take?
Hinge and slide fixes are quick. Water damage repairs take longer because the area must be dry.
Can damaged kitchen cabinets be repaired?
Most damage is repairable. Replacement only makes sense when the box itself is badly swollen, rotted or structurally failed.
Should I repair or replace my cabinets?
We will tell you which makes sense after looking. Most kitchens we see only need repairs.
Can you fix a cabinet door that won't close?
Yes. It is usually a worn hinge, a loose mounting or a door that needs adjustment.
Do you repair just one cabinet?
Yes. Bring us a list and we will fix everything in one trip if we can.
Do I need a permit for cabinet repair 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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Kitchen Cabinet ModificationCabinets resized for new appliances, panels and fillers.
Cabinet Refinishing & StainingRe-stained wood cabinets with the grain still showing.
Cabinet Door & Drawer Front ReplacementReplacement doors and drawer fronts in any style.
Kitchen RemodelingFull kitchen remodels, from layout to last cabinet pull.
Kitchen Cabinet PaintingFactory-smooth painted cabinets without replacing them.