1980s stainless double sink
Many 1980s kitchens still have the original drop-in double sink. We swap it for a deeper bowl and new strainers.
Serving Lisle & nearby Downers Grove, Woodridge
Kitchen Sink Installation & Replacement in Lisle, IL
Undermount, drop-in and farmhouse sinks set, sealed and connected by licensed plumbers in Lisle.
- Serving Lisle ZIP 60532
- Installed level, sealed and tested before we leave
- Clear price for the install before the visit
Kitchen sink problems we fix in Lisle
Swapping a sink looks simple until the new bowl doesn't match the cutout or the drain lands in the wrong spot. Our Lisle crew measures first, then sets the sink and has a licensed plumber hook up the drain and supplies.
Condo sink replacement
Your sink drains into a stack shared with neighbors. We work on your unit's side carefully and tell you if anything belongs to the building.
Undermount sink pulling away from the counter
A gap between the sink rim and the stone means the clips or adhesive have failed. We take the weight off, remount it with new clips or a support rail and reseal the joint.
Faucet holes don't match the new faucet
Sinks come with one to four faucet holes. We match the sink to the faucet, cover extra holes with a deck plate or use them for a soap dispenser or filter tap.
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.
Dated sink in an otherwise good kitchen
Not every update needs new counters. A new sink and faucet change how the kitchen looks and works in a day.
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.
Chipped or stained porcelain sink
When the finish on a cast-iron or porcelain sink is worn through, it won't come back. A new bowl is quicker than chasing repairs.
What the install includes
- Shut off and disconnectWater shut off, faucet, disposal and dishwasher lines disconnected.
- Prepare the openingThe counter opening cleaned and adjusted for the new bowl.
- Set and seal the sinkThe bowl mounted level and sealed to the counter.
- Faucet and accessoriesYour old faucet reused or a new one mounted on the sink or counter.
- Disposal and dishwasher hookupDisposal remounted to the new flange and dishwasher drain reconnected.
- Supply valves and linesWorn shut-off valves replaced and new braided supply lines installed.
- Leak check and cleanupBoth bowls filled and drained, every joint checked dry.
Options to choose from
Enameled cast ironVery heavy and long-lasting, with a glossy enamel that can chip if struck.
Drop-in (top-mount)The simplest swap, as long as the new rim covers the old cutout.
Workstation sinksSinks with built-in rails that hold accessories over the basin.
FireclayGlazed ceramic fired at high heat, common for farmhouse sinks; heavy and glossy.
Farmhouse (apron-front)A deep bowl with an exposed front that needs a modified or dedicated sink base.
Kitchens like yours in Lisle: before and after
Before
Installed
DetailBefore and after: a 1980s two-story in Lisle
The site: a 1980s two-story near Oakview. Before: white double sink. The main complaint was a divided sink too narrow for sheet pans. Finished kitchen: a new undermount stainless single-bowl sink with a pull-down faucet. Work included set and seal the sink, disposal and dishwasher hookup, plus supply valves and lines.
Before
AfterBefore and after: a 1980s two-story in Downers Grove
The site: a 1980s two-story near Denburn Woods. The kitchen as it was: white cast-iron double sink. The reason for the call: 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. On site this meant faucet and accessories, supply valves and lines, plus leak check and cleanup.
Kitchen Sink Installation & Replacement in Downers Grove →
Before
AfterBefore and after: a two-story colonial from the 1990s in Lisle
Finished: cabinets in light butter yellow with satin brass pulls, charcoal concrete-look quartz counters, a terracotta-look square tile backsplash, gray wood-look porcelain plank flooring and two glass pendants and recessed lights.
Kitchen Remodeling in Lisle →
Before
AfterKitchen Cabinet Painting in a 1980s two-story, Lisle
Finished: the same doors sprayed in pale mint green, new matte black pulls; counters and floor stayed as they were.
Kitchen Cabinet Painting in Lisle →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 testAdhesive and sealant cure, then we run water and check every joint.
Kitchen Sink Installation & Replacement questions from Lisle homeowners
Will Lake Michigan water mark my new sink?
Treated lake water still carries some minerals, so water spots show on dark composite and stainless. Wiping the bowl dry keeps it looking new.
How long does a sink replacement take?
A straight swap is often done in a day. Undermount adhesive needs time to cure before heavy use, and farmhouse conversions take longer.
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.
What does a new kitchen sink installation cost?
A drop-in swap and a farmhouse conversion are very different jobs. After we measure, you get a line-item estimate.
Can a fallen undermount sink be reattached?
Yes. Remounting with new hardware and adhesive is a repair visit, not a reason for new counters.
Is Lisle water hard, and does it matter for sink replacement?
Lisle's water source: Lake Michigan water purchased from the DuPage Water Commission (Oakview and nearby unincorporated areas are served by Illinois American Water). We plan fittings and filters around it.
Do Lisle condo associations need to approve sink replacement?
Associations usually set rules for work hours, elevators, deliveries and insurance, and many require approval for plumbing, electrical or structural changes. We provide the certificate of insurance and follow the building's rules.
What is the Lisle building department phone number?
Permits go through Development Services Department, phone 630-271-4150. When your scope needs one, we prepare the application and schedule the inspections.
What is Lisle doing about lead water lines?
Village completed an IEPA service line material inventory and a lead service line plan; interactive map of known service line materials is online. A filter certified for lead reduction is a sensible step until your line is confirmed or replaced.
Do you work in my part of Lisle?
Yes. Our crews work across Lisle, including Oakview, The Meadows, Four Lakes Village — ZIP 60532 — and nearby Downers Grove, Woodridge, Wheaton.
Working in Lisle
- A lot of Lisle kitchens date from the 1980s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Condo or townhome? We follow association rules on work hours and elevators and bring the insurance certificate your board asks for.
OakviewThe MeadowsFour Lakes Village
ZIP 60532
Kitchen Sink Installation & Replacement nearby
Other kitchen services in Lisle
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.