Scale on the aerator from lake water
Lake water carries some minerals that collect in the faucet's screen. We clean or replace the aerator before suggesting anything bigger.
Serving Mount Prospect & nearby Des Plaines, Arlington Heights
Kitchen Faucet Installation in Mount Prospect, IL
Pull-down, touchless and two-handle kitchen faucets installed leak-free by licensed plumbers in Mount Prospect.
- Serving Mount Prospect ZIP 60056, 60005
- Installed level, sealed and tested before we leave
- Clear price for the install before the visit
Kitchen faucet problems we fix in Mount Prospect
We install kitchen faucets in Mount Prospect: the old one off, seized shut-off valves replaced when needed, the new faucet mounted to fit your sink holes and every supply connection checked under pressure.
Leak under the sink at the faucet lines
Water dripping inside the cabinet near the faucet usually comes from the supply connections or a pull-down hose that has cracked. We replace the failed part.
Wanting a touchless faucet
A touchless kitchen faucet is a standard install with one extra piece: the control box and its power supply. We fit both.
Spout too short or too low
Spout height and reach matter as much as style. We match the faucet to your sink size so water lands in the center of the bowl.
Pull-down sprayer that won't retract
If the spray head won't dock, the weight on the hose may have slipped or the hose is rubbing on the disposal or drain. We reset it.
Shut-off valves that won't turn
Faucet swaps often stop at the valves: old multi-turn stops seize or leak when turned. We replace them with quarter-turn valves.
Old two-handle faucet with a side sprayer
Many owners replace the old two-handle setup with a single lever and a pull-down spray. We cover the leftover holes with a deck plate.
Faucet loose or wobbling on the sink
A faucet that rocks when you use it has a loose mounting nut underneath. We tighten or replace the mounting hardware and reseat the gasket.
Included with the install
- Check the sink and suppliesWe look at the hole layout, the valves and the space under the sink before you choose.
- Clean the deckThe sink or counter around the holes cleaned so the new base seals.
- Replace valves when neededNew shut-off valves if the old ones won't close or weep.
- Mount the faucetFaucet set with its gasket or deck plate and tightened from below.
- Power for touchless modelsSensor faucet wiring and power placed where it can be serviced.
- Extra holesUnused holes covered or fitted with a soap dispenser or filtered-water tap.
- Flush and testAerator off, lines flushed of debris, then every joint checked under pressure.
Models, parts and fittings
Pull-out faucetsGood under low cabinets or windows where a tall spout won't fit.
Filtered-water and pot-filler tapsExtra taps that use a spare hole or a separate supply line.
Deck platesTrim that lets a one-hole faucet sit cleanly on a three-hole sink.
FinishesChrome wipes clean easily; matte and brushed finishes hide spots.
Pull-down faucetsA spray head that pulls down into the sink; the most popular kitchen style.
Kitchen Faucet Installation before and after — Mount Prospect homes
Before
Installed
DetailA Mount Prospect suburban townhome: before and after
The site: a suburban townhome in Mount Prospect. Before: stainless double sink. The main complaint was a faucet too low to fill a stockpot. The result: a new single-handle pull-down faucet with a clean caulk line. On site this meant power for touchless models, extra holes, plus flush and test.
Before
AfterKitchen Faucet Installation in a two-story colonial from the 1990s, Des Plaines
A two-story colonial from the 1990s in Des Plaines, a typical kitchen for Des Plaines. Before: white double sink. The main complaint was a faucet too low to fill a stockpot. After: a new single-handle pull-down faucet with a clean caulk line. The job covered check the sink and supplies, clean the deck, plus flush and test.
Kitchen Faucet Installation in Des Plaines →
Before
AfterAn Arlington Heights 1990s two-story colonial: before and after
A 1990s two-story colonial in Arlington Heights, a typical kitchen for Arlington Heights. Before: solid-surface integrated sink. The reason for the call: a leaking faucet with handles that were hard to turn. Finished kitchen: a new single-handle pull-down faucet with a clean caulk line. Work included clean the deck, replace valves when needed, plus flush and test.
Kitchen Faucet Installation in Arlington Heights →
Before
AfterKitchen Plumbing Relocation in a 1950s ranch, Mount Prospect
What changed: a new island with a prep sink, the drain, vent and water lines relocated from the old wall.
Kitchen Plumbing Relocation in Mount Prospect →
Before
AfterBefore and after: a postwar bi-level in Mount Prospect
Finished: cabinets in white uppers and dusty blue lowers with matte black pulls, bright white quartz counters, a terracotta-look square tile backsplash, black-and-white checkerboard tile flooring and recessed lights and under-cabinet LED strips.
Kitchen Remodeling in Mount Prospect →How the install goes
- Pick a faucetSend the model you like and a photo of your sink.
- Check the setupA quick look under the sink tells us what else the job needs.
- Written estimateYou get the price in writing, including any valve replacement.
- Install and testThe faucet goes in, a licensed plumber connects it and we test every joint.
Kitchen Faucet Installation questions from Mount Prospect homeowners
Can a handyman install a kitchen faucet?
Plumbing in Illinois is licensed work. When we install a faucet, a licensed plumber does it and can replace seized valves on the spot.
Why is my faucet leaking from the base?
Worn spout seals. We tell you if a repair kit fixes it or if a new faucet is the better buy.
Pull-down or pull-out: which should I choose?
Pull-down heads spray straight into the bowl; pull-out heads reach farther toward you. Pick by sink depth and clearance.
Should I replace the shut-off valves too?
If they are old multi-turn valves or won't close fully, yes. It's easiest while the faucet is already off.
What does a faucet installation cost?
The faucet type, the condition of the valves and lines and any drilling decide it. We give a written, itemized estimate after we see the sink.
Mount Prospect building permit for faucet installation: where do I apply?
Permits go through Community Development Department - Building & Inspection Services, phone (847) 870-5675. When your scope needs one, we prepare the application and schedule the inspections.
Is Mount Prospect water hard, and does it matter for faucet installation?
Mount Prospect's water source: Lake Michigan water treated by the City of Chicago (Jardine plant) and delivered via the Northwest Suburban Municipal Joint Action Water Agency (NSMJAWA); backup from Northwest Water Commission. Some areas are served by Illinois American Water instead. Aerators and cartridges scale faster with harder water.
Mount Prospect plumbing code: who can do the plumbing for faucet installation?
Plumbing contractors need the Village contractor license plus state license. State plumbing code requires a state-licensed plumber in multi-family buildings. Our plumbing connections are made by licensed plumbers.
Mount Prospect contractor registration: do kitchen contractors need it?
A Contractor's License is required for general contractors (and listed trades); $200, valid one year, applied for through the online portal. We take care of that before work starts.
What is Mount Prospect doing about lead water lines?
Village has completed its required lead service line inventory, available on the Village website (2025 report). A filter certified for lead reduction is a sensible step until your line is confirmed or replaced.
Do I need a permit for faucet installation in Mount Prospect?
It depends on the scope. Mount Prospect's rule in short: Kitchen remodels need a permit and a code review (about 10 business days). We handle the permit when one is needed with Community Development Department - Building & Inspection Services.
Do you work in my part of Mount Prospect?
Yes. Our crews work across Mount Prospect — ZIP 60056, 60005 — and nearby Des Plaines, Arlington Heights, Elk Grove Village.
Working in Mount Prospect
- A lot of Mount Prospect 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 Community Development Department - Building & Inspection Services handles kitchen permits and pull them for you.
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Kitchen Faucet Installation nearby
Other kitchen services in Mount Prospect
Kitchen Sink Installation & ReplacementNew sinks, undermount and farmhouse styles.
Garbage Disposal Installation & RepairDisposals unjammed, repaired or replaced, with the drain connected right.
Kitchen Plumbing RelocationMove the sink to the island or another wall, drain and vent done right.
Kitchen RemodelingFull kitchen remodels, from layout to last cabinet pull.
Kitchen Cabinet PaintingFactory-smooth painted cabinets without replacing them.