1990s soffits and dropped ceilings
Dropped kitchen ceilings from the 1990s can usually be removed. We check what is above and patch the original ceiling.
Serving Naperville & nearby Lisle, Warrenville
Kitchen Drywall & Finish Work in Naperville, IL
Cracked plaster, bulky soffits and patched ceilings in Naperville kitchens, finished smooth and ready for paint.
- Kitchen remodels across Naperville ZIP 60540, 60563, 60564, 60565
- One project manager from drawings to final walk-through
- Permits and inspections handled for you
Wall and ceiling problems we fix in Naperville kitchens
We handle the surfaces around the cabinets: walls, ceilings, soffits and trim. In Naperville that can mean patching plaster in an older house, taking down a soffit before new cabinets go in, or matching a ceiling texture after a plumbing repair.
Popcorn ceiling in the kitchen
We remove popcorn ceilings and skim them smooth, after testing when the age of the home calls for it.
Wall damage behind the sink or range
Soft, bubbling paint behind the sink usually means the drywall is wet. We fix the source with you, then replace the bad section.
Bulky soffits above the cabinets
Many soffits are empty; some hide ducts, vent pipes or wiring. We check before demolition and plan around what we find.
Ducts or pipes inside the soffit
A duct inside the soffit does not always end the plan. We look at rerouting, shrinking the box or hiding it above the uppers.
Water-stained or sagging ceiling
A brown ring or a soft spot in the kitchen ceiling usually means a leak from above. Once the leak is fixed, we cut out wet board, replace it and finish it to match.
Cracks in walls and ceilings
Hairline cracks at corners and seams come back if they are only caulked. We open them, tape and refinish so they stay closed.
Patchy walls after a remodel
Walls exposed behind old cabinets are rarely ready for paint. We level them and fill every gap before the finish goes on.
Everything in a kitchen drywall and finish work
- Inspection and moisture checkWet areas are found and the source confirmed fixed before we close anything up.
- Framing and backingWe add backing where trim or cabinets will attach later.
- New drywallNew board is hung and fastened, with moisture-resistant board where it makes sense.
- Plaster repairWe stabilize and patch plaster so it bonds with the existing wall.
- Taping and finishingWe finish joints in multiple coats so they vanish under paint.
- Crown, casing and trimNew trim goes up tight and ready for paint.
- CleanupWe remove debris and leave the kitchen clean.
Materials and options
Paper and mesh tapePaper tape for strength on seams and corners, mesh where it suits the repair.
Crown and trim profilesTrim in profiles that fit the age and style of your house.
Joint compoundsSetting compound for strength and fast fills, lightweight compound for finish coats.
Stain-blocking primerA sealing primer stops water stains from bleeding through new paint.
Standard and moisture-resistant drywallRegular drywall for most areas and moisture-resistant panels where steam and splashes hit.
Before and after: kitchens near Naperville
Before
AfterA Naperville 1990s two-story colonial: before and after
A 1990s two-story colonial near Highlands, a typical kitchen for Naperville. The kitchen as it was: golden-oak cabinets with oak soffits above and two hanging glass pendants. The reason for the call: bulky soffits that made the kitchen feel low. After: soffits removed, ceiling and walls refinished smooth and painted, new crown molding. Work included framing and backing, taping and finishing, plus crown, casing and trim.
Before
AfterLisle kitchen, two-story colonial from the 1990s: kitchen drywall & finish work
The site: a two-story colonial from the 1990s near Oakview. The kitchen as it was: honey-oak cathedral raised-panel cabinets with worn finish near the handles, brass knobs and a fluorescent box light in the ceiling. The main complaint was a cracked ceiling and dated lighting box. The result: soffits removed, ceiling and walls refinished smooth and painted, new crown molding. On site this meant plaster repair, taping and finishing, plus cleanup.
Kitchen Drywall & Finish Work in Lisle →
Before
AfterWarrenville kitchen, 1990s two-story colonial: kitchen drywall & finish work
This one is a 1990s two-story colonial near Warrenville Lakes. What we started with: white thermofoil cabinets peeling at the edges, oak trim and a brass chandelier over the nook. The reason for the call: bulky soffits and a cracked ceiling. After: soffits removed, ceiling and walls refinished smooth and painted, new crown molding. On site this meant inspection and moisture check, plaster repair, plus cleanup.
Kitchen Drywall & Finish Work in Warrenville →
Before
AfterKitchen Design & Layout Planning in a 1990s two-story colonial, Naperville
Finished: 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 →
Before
AfterBefore and after: a 1980s two-story in Naperville
What changed: 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
- Look and measureWe inspect the walls and ceiling, check for moisture and confirm the scope.
- Written estimateYou get an itemized estimate that lists each area and finish.
- Repair and finishWe remove, patch, tape and finish, allowing dry time between coats.
- Prime, paint and cleanRepairs are primed or painted and the kitchen is cleaned.
Kitchen Drywall & Finish Work questions from Naperville homeowners
Can you add crown molding to my kitchen?
Yes. Crown can go along the ceiling or on top of the cabinets, installed and caulked for paint.
How long does kitchen drywall repair take?
Small repairs often take two or three short visits for drying between coats. Soffit removal may take a few days.
Who do you call to fix drywall in a kitchen?
A finisher who can match texture and paint-ready surfaces. We do that every day.
What affects the cost of drywall and finish work?
Repair size, material type, finish level and extras like crown. We put it all in a written estimate.
What is considered minor drywall repair?
Anything that can be patched without replacing a full sheet usually counts as minor.
What is the Naperville building department phone number?
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.
Do I need a permit for kitchen drywall and finish work 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
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