1960s stainless double sink
Many 1960s kitchens still have the original drop-in double sink. We swap it for a deeper bowl and new strainers.
Serving Lombard & nearby Villa Park, Glen Ellyn
Kitchen Sink Installation & Replacement in Lombard, IL
Undermount, drop-in and farmhouse sinks set, sealed and connected by licensed plumbers in Lombard.
- Installers working in Lombard ZIP 60148
- Hookups by licensed trades where the code calls for it
- Old unit hauled away on request
Kitchen sink problems we fix in Lombard
We replace kitchen sinks in Lombard 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.
Condo sink replacement
In a Lombard condo we check building rules and the shut-off situation first. Some units can't isolate the kitchen without the building's help.
Sink that drains slowly after replacement
If a new sink gurgles or holds water, the drain geometry is off. We reset the trap and arm so water runs freely.
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.
Sink cabinet floor wet or swollen
Water damage in the sink base usually comes from the strainer, the trap or a failed undermount seal. We repair the cause along with the sink.
Strainer or drain leaking
Drips below the drain opening come from a worn basket strainer seal. New strainers bedded in putty or a gasket are part of every sink we set.
Dated sink in an otherwise good kitchen
A worn sink in a kitchen you otherwise like is one of the easier updates. We swap the bowl and the faucet without touching the cabinets.
Drop-in rim that traps grime
The lip of a top-mount sink collects crumbs and leaves a dirty caulk line. With stone counters, switching to undermount lets you wipe straight into the bowl.
What we hook up and check
- Measure the cutout and cabinetWe measure the counter opening, the sink base and the drain position before you pick a sink.
- 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 sinkThe bowl mounted level and sealed to the counter.
- New strainers and drainNew basket strainers, tailpieces and P-trap assembled to the drain line.
- Disposal and dishwasher hookupDisposal remounted to the new flange and dishwasher drain reconnected.
- Leak check and cleanupBoth bowls filled and drained, every joint checked dry.
Options to choose from
Granite compositeQuartz or granite composite bowls in solid colors, resistant to scratches.
Workstation sinksSinks with built-in rails that hold accessories over the basin.
Farmhouse (apron-front)A deep bowl with an exposed front that needs a modified or dedicated sink base.
Drop-in (top-mount)The simplest swap, as long as the new rim covers the old cutout.
FireclayA smooth, hard-glazed bowl that needs solid support in the cabinet.
Kitchens like yours in Lombard: before and after
Before
Installed
DetailKitchen Sink Installation & Replacement in a two-story colonial from the 1990s, Lombard
The site: a two-story colonial from the 1990s in Lombard. What we started with: solid-surface integrated sink. The reason for the call: a stained solid-surface bowl. Finished kitchen: a new undermount stainless single-bowl sink with a pull-down faucet. Work included set and seal the sink, new strainers and drain, plus disposal and dishwasher hookup.
Before
AfterKitchen Sink Installation & Replacement in a two-story colonial from the 1990s, Villa Park
This one is a two-story colonial from the 1990s in Villa Park. 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. Work included set and seal the sink, new strainers and drain, plus disposal and dishwasher hookup.
Kitchen Sink Installation & Replacement in Villa Park →
Before
AfterKitchen Remodeling in a postwar Cape Cod, Lombard
What changed: cabinets in dark teal with brushed nickel bar pulls, charcoal concrete-look quartz counters, a white 2x8 tile in a vertical stack backsplash, hickory luxury vinyl plank flooring and recessed lights and under-cabinet LED strips.
Kitchen Remodeling in Lombard →
Before
AfterLombard kitchen, 1950s ranch: kitchen cabinet painting
Finished: the same doors sprayed in powder blue, new satin brass pulls; counters and floor stayed as they were.
Kitchen Cabinet Painting in Lombard →How the install goes
- Pick the sinkSend the model you like or let us suggest a few that fit.
- Measure and planA visit to confirm the fit and the connections before ordering.
- 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 testAdhesive and sealant cure, then we run water and check every joint.
Kitchen Sink Installation & Replacement questions from Lombard homeowners
Will Lake Michigan water mark my new sink?
Mineral spots can appear on any sink. Lighter composites and brushed stainless hide them better than dark matte finishes.
What size sink fits my cabinet?
It depends on the base cabinet and the counter cutout. We confirm both on site.
What does a farmhouse sink need?
Space in the sink base, a support frame for the weight and a counter cut for the apron style.
Can a fallen undermount sink be reattached?
In most cases. As long as the stone around the cutout isn't cracked, the sink can be remounted.
Can I keep my countertop when replacing the sink?
Usually. A drop-in can go into the same hole if the rim covers it; an undermount needs a matching cutout.
Lombard plumbing code: who can do the plumbing for sink replacement?
Registration requires a copy of a current State of Illinois Department of Public Health plumbing registration. Our plumbing connections are made by licensed plumbers.
Lombard water: how does it affect sink replacement?
Lombard's water source: Lake Michigan water purchased from the DuPage Water Commission (via City of Chicago Jardine plant); reported hardness is Lake Michigan water via DuPage Water Commission; regional hardness about 8 grains per gallon (137 mg/L as CaCO3). We plan fittings and filters around it.
Do I need a Lombard-registered contractor for sink replacement?
Contractors must register with the Village: $100 fee, valid 1 year, online or via Building Division; insurance certificate with at least $300,000 liability coverage. We take care of that before work starts.
Do Lombard 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.
Does Lombard have lead service lines?
Village has a Lead Water Service Replacement Plan and service line map; Village replaces main-to-curb-stop portion at no cost and offers reimbursement for the private portion. A filter certified for lead reduction is a sensible step until your line is confirmed or replaced.
Do I need a permit for sink replacement in Lombard?
It depends on the scope. Lombard's rule in short: Village requires a building permit for new structures and updates to existing structures; replacing interior doors and fixtures at the same size with no structural change needs no permit. We handle the permit when one is needed with Building Division, Community Development and Building.
Do you work in my part of Lombard?
Yes. Our crews work across Lombard — ZIP 60148 — and nearby Villa Park, Glen Ellyn, Addison.
Working in Lombard
- A lot of Lombard kitchens date from the 1960s. 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.
- We know how Building Division, Community Development and Building handles kitchen permits and pull them for you.
ZIP 60148
Kitchen Sink Installation & Replacement nearby
Other kitchen services in Lombard
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.