1980s stainless double sink
The thin stainless double sink from the 1980s dents and drums. A heavier-gauge single or low-divide bowl is a common replacement.
Serving Lake Zurich & nearby Palatine, Buffalo Grove
Kitchen Sink Installation & Replacement in Lake Zurich, IL
Undermount, drop-in and farmhouse sinks set, sealed and connected by licensed plumbers in Lake Zurich.
- Serving Lake Zurich ZIP 60047
- Installed level, sealed and tested before we leave
- Clear price for the install before the visit
Kitchen sink problems we fix in Lake Zurich
A new kitchen sink is part fit, part plumbing. In Lake Zurich we check the counter cutout and the cabinet below, mount the bowl so it stays put, and our licensed plumbers reconnect the drain, disposal, dishwasher and faucet.
Undermount sink pulling away from the counter
If the sink has dropped and water runs into the cabinet, it can usually be reattached without replacing the counter. We support it from below and bond it again.
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.
New sink doesn't match the counter cutout
A stone cutout can be enlarged by a fabricator but never made smaller. We measure the opening first so the new sink fits it.
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.
Sink cabinet floor wet or swollen
If the cabinet bottom has swollen, the leak has been there a while. We find it, replace what failed and protect the base going forward.
Drop-in rim that traps grime
Grime along the rim of a drop-in sink is a common complaint. Undermount is cleaner, but it needs a solid-surface or stone counter with a finished cutout edge.
Faucet holes don't match the new faucet
If you want a single-handle faucet on a three-hole sink, a deck plate covers the gaps. With undermount sinks the holes are drilled in the counter instead.
What the install includes
- Measure the cutout and cabinetWe measure the counter opening, the sink base and the drain position before you pick a sink.
- Shut off and disconnectWe close the valves and take apart the drain, supply and appliance connections.
- Remove the old sinkOld sealant cut, clips released and the old bowl lifted out.
- Prepare the openingCutout cleaned of old caulk and adhesive; enlarged or polished when needed.
- 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.
- Leak check and cleanupWe test the whole setup under use and clean up the cabinet.
Models, parts and fittings
Enameled cast ironClassic cast iron, often drop-in, that needs a sturdy counter and cabinet.
Farmhouse (apron-front)Apron sinks sit forward of the cabinets and need support built in.
FireclayA smooth, hard-glazed bowl that needs solid support in the cabinet.
Workstation sinksSinks with built-in rails that hold accessories over the basin.
Granite compositeQuartz or granite composite bowls in solid colors, resistant to scratches.
Kitchen Sink Installation & Replacement before and after — Lake Zurich homes
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Installed
DetailBefore and after: a 1990s two-story colonial in Lake Zurich
A 1990s two-story colonial in Lake Zurich, a typical kitchen for Lake Zurich. 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. Work included measure the cutout and cabinet, disposal and dishwasher hookup, plus leak check and cleanup.
Before
AfterPalatine kitchen, two-story colonial from the 1990s: kitchen sink installation & replacement
A two-story colonial from the 1990s in Palatine, a typical kitchen for Palatine. The kitchen as it was: solid-surface integrated sink. The main complaint was a scratched integrated sink that never looked clean. Finished kitchen: a new undermount stainless single-bowl sink with a pull-down faucet. The job covered shut off and disconnect, prepare the opening, plus set and seal the sink.
Kitchen Sink Installation & Replacement in Palatine →
Before
AfterA Buffalo Grove 1980s two-story: before and after
This one is a 1980s two-story near Green Knolls. What we started with: white cast-iron double sink. The main complaint was worn enamel and rust spots in the old bowl. Finished kitchen: a new undermount stainless single-bowl sink with a pull-down faucet. The job covered measure the cutout and cabinet, prepare the opening, plus leak check and cleanup.
Kitchen Sink Installation & Replacement in Buffalo Grove →
Before
AfterBefore and after: a 1990s two-story colonial in Lake Zurich
Finished: cabinets in deep olive with unlacquered brass knobs and cup pulls, charcoal concrete-look quartz counters, a white 3x12 tile in a stacked pattern backsplash, gray wood-look porcelain plank flooring and black cage pendants and slim recessed lights.
Kitchen Remodeling in Lake Zurich →
Before
AfterBefore and after: a 1990s two-story colonial in Lake Zurich
Finished: the same doors sprayed in cream uppers and walnut-stained lowers, new satin brass pulls; counters and floor stayed as they were.
Kitchen Cabinet Painting in Lake Zurich →Install day
- Pick the sinkSend the model you like or let us suggest a few that fit.
- 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 Lake Zurich homeowners
How long does a sink replacement take?
Most sink replacements take a day; cabinet modifications or new counters add time.
Undermount or drop-in: which is better?
Undermount for a clean counter edge, drop-in for simplicity and any counter material. Both drain and work the same.
Can you reuse my old faucet and disposal?
If they are in good shape and fit the new sink, yes. Many owners replace the faucet at the same time since it's already off.
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 a fallen undermount sink be reattached?
Usually yes. We support the sink, clean off old sealant, refasten it with new clips or a support rail and reseal it.
Does Lake Zurich have lead service lines?
Village publishes a Water Service Line Material Inventory and 2025 Lead Tap Sampling Data (documents not read; counts not captured). A filter certified for lead reduction is a sensible step until your line is confirmed or replaced.
Lake Zurich water: how does it affect sink replacement?
Lake Zurich's water source: Deep underground aquifers (wells), chlorinated; ion-exchange treatment; reported hardness is 6-8 grains per gallon (reduced from 14-18 grains per gallon by ion-exchange systems installed 2003-2009). We plan fittings and filters around it.
What is the Lake Zurich building department phone number?
Permits go through Building and Zoning Division (Community Services Department), phone 847-540-1696. When your scope needs one, we prepare the application and schedule the inspections.
Lake Zurich plumbing code: who can do the plumbing for sink replacement?
Plumbing contractors submit state registrations (055 & 058) and a letter of intent with each permit application. Our plumbing connections are made by licensed plumbers.
Do I need a Lake Zurich-registered contractor for sink replacement?
All contractors and subcontractors must register with the Village before work: form, $120 annual fee (Illinois-licensed plumbers exempt), signed $10,000 surety bond. Village pages show differing fee amounts ($110/$120/$125). We take care of that before work starts.
Do I need a permit for sink replacement in Lake Zurich?
It depends on the scope. Lake Zurich's rule in short: Permit required for remodeling (kitchen, bath, basement). We handle the permit when one is needed with Building and Zoning Division (Community Services Department).
Do you work in my part of Lake Zurich?
Yes. Our crews work across Lake Zurich — ZIP 60047 — and nearby Palatine, Buffalo Grove, Arlington Heights.
Working in Lake Zurich
- A lot of Lake Zurich kitchens date from the 1980s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Most Lake Zurich homes are single-family. We protect floors and driveways and leave the site clean every day.
- We know how Building and Zoning Division (Community Services Department) handles kitchen permits and pull them for you.
ZIP 60047
Kitchen Sink Installation & Replacement nearby
Other kitchen services in Lake Zurich
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.