Kitchen Additions in Naperville, IL

When a Naperville kitchen needs more room, not just new cabinets

Sometimes no layout can fix a kitchen that is simply too small. A kitchen addition in Naperville — a bump-out of a few feet or a full rear addition — adds floor space for an island, a table or a pantry, and we handle it from the zoning check and permit drawings to the foundation, roof and finished cabinets.

Single-family homes with yard to spare

If your lot has room behind the house, a rear kitchen addition with a family room or mudroom can solve several problems at once.

A 1990s kitchen on a slab or crawlspace

1990s homes often sit on a slab or crawlspace, which shapes how the addition's foundation and plumbing connect. We plan that tie-in up front.

The addition has to match the house

From the yard, a good addition looks like it was always there. That means matched materials, aligned trim and a clean roof tie-in.

Kitchen too small for an island or table

When the room is too narrow for an island and too tight for a table, rearranging won't help. A bump-out of several feet can make room for both.

No spot for a mudroom or drop zone

Coats, shoes and backpacks pile up on kitchen chairs when the back door opens straight into the cooking area. A rear addition can put a bench, hooks and lockers between the yard and the kitchen.

Heating and cooling the new space

A cold bump-out is a common complaint. We check the furnace and AC capacity and extend supply and return so the new area stays comfortable.

Zoning and setback questions

Not every lot can take an addition. We look at the setbacks and coverage rules for your property first, so you know what's possible.

Worried about living through construction

Most of an addition is built outside the existing wall, so the old kitchen can often stay in use until we open the wall near the end.

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What's included

Design and permit drawingsDrawings for the addition and the new kitchen, prepared for plan review and construction.
Permits and plan reviewPermit filing, any corrections the village asks for and inspections through final.
Framing and roof tie-inNew framing connected to the house, a roof that ties into the existing one and a weather-tight shell.
Plumbing, electrical and HVACSupply and drain lines, new circuits and ductwork extended into the addition.
Insulation and drywallWalls and ceiling insulated to current energy code, then drywall, tape and finish.
Opening the existing wallThe old exterior wall removed or opened with a beam sized by an engineer, usually near the end of the job.
The new kitchenFlooring run continuously from the old kitchen into the addition, then cabinets, counters and fixtures.

Finishes and options

Full foundation vs. slab vs. piersWe match the foundation type to the house and the size of the addition, always below frost depth.

Skylights and vaulted ceilingsThe new roof can allow a vaulted ceiling or roof windows that the old kitchen never had.

Rear kitchen additionA full room added at the back, giving the kitchen space to grow and room for more.

Windows and patio doorsGlass is often the reason to build out: windows on the new walls and a door to the yard.

Bump-outA modest extension of the kitchen wall that adds depth without a full addition.

Before and after: kitchens near Naperville

Kitchen Additions in a 1980s-1990s two-story colonial / tract house — before — Kitchen Additions in a 1980s two-story, Naperville

The site: a 1980s two-story near Highlands. Before: honey-oak cathedral raised-panel cabinets with worn finish near the handles, brass knobs, almond laminate with a backsplash lip and a fluorescent box light in the ceiling. The reason for the call: a small, dark kitchen with no room for a table. After: the kitchen extended by a 10-ft bump-out with a row of new windows and a dining area, cabinets in light sand beige with unlacquered brass knobs and cup pulls, warm walnut butcher block counters, light oak luxury vinyl plank flooring through the old and new space and black cage pendants and slim recessed lights. The job covered framing and roof tie-in, insulation and drywall, plus opening the existing wall.

Kitchen Additions in a 1980s-1990s two-story colonial / tract house — in progress — Kitchen Additions in a 1980s two-story, Naperville

The site: a 1980s two-story near Highlands. Before: honey-oak cathedral raised-panel cabinets with worn finish near the handles, brass knobs, almond laminate with a backsplash lip and a fluorescent box light in the ceiling. The reason for the call: a small, dark kitchen with no room for a table. After: the kitchen extended by a 10-ft bump-out with a row of new windows and a dining area, cabinets in light sand beige with unlacquered brass knobs and cup pulls, warm walnut butcher block counters, light oak luxury vinyl plank flooring through the old and new space and black cage pendants and slim recessed lights. The job covered framing and roof tie-in, insulation and drywall, plus opening the existing wall.

Kitchen Additions project in Lisle, before — Kitchen Additions in a 1990s two-story colonial, Lisle

A 1990s two-story colonial near Oakview, a typical kitchen for Lisle. The kitchen as it was: golden-oak cabinets with oak soffits above, white Corian-style solid surface with a yellowed seam and two hanging glass pendants. What bothered the owners most: no room for a table, an island or more cabinets. After: the kitchen extended by a 10-ft bump-out with a row of new windows and a dining area, cabinets in light gray uppers and dusty rose lowers with brushed nickel bar pulls, dark soapstone-look quartz counters, gray wood-look porcelain plank flooring through the old and new space and two glass pendants and recessed lights. Work included permits and plan review, plumbing, electrical and HVAC, plus insulation and drywall.
Kitchen Additions in Lisle →

Kitchen Additions project in Lisle, after — Kitchen Additions in a 1990s two-story colonial, Lisle

A 1990s two-story colonial near Oakview, a typical kitchen for Lisle. The kitchen as it was: golden-oak cabinets with oak soffits above, white Corian-style solid surface with a yellowed seam and two hanging glass pendants. What bothered the owners most: no room for a table, an island or more cabinets. After: the kitchen extended by a 10-ft bump-out with a row of new windows and a dining area, cabinets in light gray uppers and dusty rose lowers with brushed nickel bar pulls, dark soapstone-look quartz counters, gray wood-look porcelain plank flooring through the old and new space and two glass pendants and recessed lights. Work included permits and plan review, plumbing, electrical and HVAC, plus insulation and drywall.
Kitchen Additions in Lisle →

Kitchen Additions project in Bolingbrook, before — A Bolingbrook 1980s two-story: before and after

A 1980s two-story near Colonial Village, a typical kitchen for Bolingbrook. What we started with: white thermofoil cabinets peeling at the edges, oak trim, white ceramic tile with dark stained grout lines and a brass chandelier over the nook. The main complaint was a kitchen too small for the family to eat in. The result: the kitchen extended by a 10-ft bump-out with a row of new windows and a dining area, cabinets in deep olive with polished nickel pulls, warm walnut butcher block counters, black-and-white checkerboard tile flooring through the old and new space and recessed lights and under-cabinet LED strips. On site this meant design and permit drawings, opening the existing wall, plus the new kitchen.
Kitchen Additions in Bolingbrook →

Kitchen Additions project in Bolingbrook, after — A Bolingbrook 1980s two-story: before and after

A 1980s two-story near Colonial Village, a typical kitchen for Bolingbrook. What we started with: white thermofoil cabinets peeling at the edges, oak trim, white ceramic tile with dark stained grout lines and a brass chandelier over the nook. The main complaint was a kitchen too small for the family to eat in. The result: the kitchen extended by a 10-ft bump-out with a row of new windows and a dining area, cabinets in deep olive with polished nickel pulls, warm walnut butcher block counters, black-and-white checkerboard tile flooring through the old and new space and recessed lights and under-cabinet LED strips. On site this meant design and permit drawings, opening the existing wall, plus the new kitchen.
Kitchen Additions in Bolingbrook →

Kitchen Design & Layout Planning project near Naperville, before — Before and after: a 1980s two-story in Naperville

A new layout with an island, cabinets in white uppers and dusty blue lowers, warm walnut butcher block counters and recessed lights and under-cabinet LED strips.
Kitchen Design & Layout Planning in Naperville →

Kitchen Design & Layout Planning project near Naperville, after — Before and after: a 1980s two-story in Naperville

A new layout with an island, cabinets in white uppers and dusty blue lowers, warm walnut butcher block counters and recessed lights and under-cabinet LED strips.
Kitchen Design & Layout Planning in Naperville →

Accessible Kitchen Remodeling project near Naperville, before — Accessible Kitchen Remodeling in a two-story colonial from the 1990s, Naperville

Finished: a lowered charcoal concrete-look quartz counter section with knee space under the sink, cabinets in deep burgundy with brushed nickel bar pulls, pull-down shelves in the uppers, drawers instead of base doors, a side-opening wall oven, a lever faucet and a flush drum fixture and under-cabinet lights.
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Accessible Kitchen Remodeling project near Naperville, after — Accessible Kitchen Remodeling in a two-story colonial from the 1990s, Naperville

Finished: a lowered charcoal concrete-look quartz counter section with knee space under the sink, cabinets in deep burgundy with brushed nickel bar pulls, pull-down shelves in the uppers, drawers instead of base doors, a side-opening wall oven, a lever faucet and a flush drum fixture and under-cabinet lights.
Accessible Kitchen Remodeling in Naperville →

The project, step by step

Site visit and feasibilityA visit to measure the house and lot and confirm an addition is possible.
Design and estimatePlans, elevations and a line-item quote for the full project.
Permit and plan reviewWe submit to the village and respond to plan review until the permit is issued.
Building the shellFoundation, framing, roof, windows and exterior, with inspections at each stage.
Connecting and finishingWe open the old wall, finish the mechanical work and install the new kitchen.

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Kitchen Additions questions from Naperville homeowners

Does a bump-out need a foundation?

Most do. A small cantilevered bump-out can sometimes be supported by the floor framing, depending on joist direction, size and code. We'll tell you which applies.

Is a bump-out enough, or do I need a full addition?

A bump-out solves a depth problem; a full addition solves a size problem. We'll show you which one your kitchen has.

Can I stay in the house during construction?

Yes, most families do. The addition is built outside, and the old kitchen stays usable until we open the wall.

Do I need a permit for a kitchen addition in Naperville?

Yes, a building permit and zoning compliance are required. We file the permit and meet the inspectors.

Will the addition change my property taxes?

Added square footage is often reflected in your assessment. Your township assessor can explain how improvements are handled.

What kind of Naperville homes do you work in?

In Naperville we see historic district homes from the 1800s and rapid suburban growth 1960s-1990s. Each comes with its own walls, wiring and plumbing, and we plan the job around them.

Do I need historic review for kitchen addition in Naperville?

Naperville has locally reviewed areas, including Naperville Historic District (local, designated 1986 and National Register 1977). Exterior changes there can need review; interior-only work usually does not. We check before anything changes on the outside.

Does Naperville require a licensed electrician for kitchen addition?

City guide says electricians must be licensed; it advises insisting on seeing a current license. New circuits and wiring are done by licensed electricians.

Naperville building permit for kitchen addition: where do I apply?

Permits go through Transportation, Engineering and Development (TED) Business Group, Building Permits, phone (630) 420-6100, Option 2. When your scope needs one, we prepare the application and schedule the inspections.

Does Naperville require a licensed plumber for kitchen addition?

City guide lists plumbers among trades that require a license; plumbing pipe/fixture work needs a permit. Our plumbing connections are made by licensed plumbers.

Do I need a permit for kitchen addition in Naperville?

It depends on the scope. Naperville's rule in short: Remodeling such as kitchens requires a permit, as do electrical work (minor repairs and low-voltage excepted), plumbing pipe/fixture installation or rearrangement, and structural changes. We handle the permit when one is needed with Transportation, Engineering and Development (TED) Business Group, Building Permits.

Do you work in my part of Naperville?

Yes. Our crews work across Naperville, including Downtown Naperville, Highlands, Tamarack — ZIP 60540, 60563, 60564, 60565 — and nearby Lisle, Warrenville, Bolingbrook.

Working in Naperville

A lot of Naperville kitchens date from the 1990s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
Most Naperville homes are single-family. We protect floors and driveways and leave the site clean every day.
Live in the Naperville Historic District? Interior kitchen work is usually not reviewed. We check before anything touches the exterior.

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ZIP 60540ZIP 60563ZIP 60564ZIP 60565