1990s stainless double sink
If your sink dates from the 1990s, the drain parts usually do too. We replace both at once.
Serving Naperville & nearby Lisle, Warrenville
Kitchen Sink Installation & Replacement in Naperville, IL
Undermount, drop-in and farmhouse sinks set, sealed and connected by licensed plumbers in Naperville.
- Installers working in Naperville ZIP 60540, 60563, 60564, 60565
- Hookups by licensed trades where the code calls for it
- Old unit hauled away on request
Kitchen sink problems we fix in Naperville
A new kitchen sink is part fit, part plumbing. In Naperville we check the counter cutout and the cabinet below, mount the bowl so it stays put, and our licensed plumbers reconnect the drain, disposal, dishwasher and faucet.
Old drain parts that won't line up
A new sink often puts the drain in a different spot or depth. We rebuild the trap and tailpieces in new PVC so everything lines up without strain.
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.
Drop-in rim that traps grime
Grime along the rim of a drop-in sink is a common complaint. Undermount is cleaner, but it needs a solid-surface or stone counter with a finished cutout edge.
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.
New sink doesn't match the counter cutout
Before you buy, we check the existing cutout and the cabinet width. That avoids a sink that overhangs, shows gaps or won't drop in.
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.
Sink installed with the counter replacement
When counters are replaced, the sink is set to the new tops and our licensed plumber reconnects the drain, faucet and disposal.
What the install includes
- 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.
- Cabinet changes for farmhouse sinksCabinet front modified and the sink supported from below.
- Set and seal the sinkUndermount sinks clipped and bonded; drop-ins bedded in sealant and clamped.
- New strainers and drainDrain rebuilt to suit the new bowl and outlet position.
- Disposal and dishwasher hookupAppliance connections restored with a high loop or air gap as code requires.
- Supply valves and linesWorn shut-off valves replaced and new braided supply lines installed.
Options to choose from
Enameled cast ironVery heavy and long-lasting, with a glossy enamel that can chip if struck.
Stainless steelEasy-care steel; a lower gauge number means thicker metal.
Workstation sinksBowls with a ledge for cutting boards, colanders and drying racks.
FireclayA smooth, hard-glazed bowl that needs solid support in the cabinet.
Drop-in (top-mount)Rests on the counter with a rim; works with laminate as well as stone.
Kitchen Sink Installation & Replacement before and after — Naperville homes
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Installed
DetailKitchen Sink Installation & Replacement in a two-story colonial from the 1990s, Naperville
This one is a two-story colonial from the 1990s near Downtown Naperville. The kitchen as it was: white cast-iron double sink. The main complaint was a chipped porcelain sink with stains that wouldn't scrub out. Finished kitchen: a new undermount stainless single-bowl sink with a pull-down faucet. The job covered measure the cutout and cabinet, remove the old sink, plus supply valves and lines.
Before
AfterA Lisle 1990s two-story colonial: before and after
The site: a 1990s two-story colonial near Four Lakes Village. What we started with: white double sink. What bothered the owners most: a divided sink too narrow for sheet pans. Finished kitchen: a new undermount stainless single-bowl sink with a pull-down faucet. Work included measure the cutout and cabinet, cabinet changes for farmhouse sinks, plus disposal and dishwasher hookup.
Kitchen Sink Installation & Replacement in Lisle →
Before
AfterBefore and after: a 1990s two-story colonial in Naperville
What changed: 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 Naperville →
Before
AfterBefore and after: a 1990s two-story colonial in Naperville
The same doors sprayed in pale mint green, new matte black pulls; counters and floor stayed as they were.
Kitchen Cabinet Painting in Naperville →Install day
- 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 connectThe old sink comes out, the new one is set and a licensed plumber makes the connections.
- Cure and testAfter the bond sets, the sink is tested in full use.
Kitchen Sink Installation & Replacement questions from Naperville 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 does a new kitchen sink installation cost?
We price it after seeing the sink base and counter, and you get the details in writing.
Undermount or drop-in: which is better?
Undermount is easier to clean and looks sleeker, but it needs a stone or solid-surface counter. Drop-in works on any counter and is the simpler swap.
What does a farmhouse sink need?
A cabinet built or modified for the apron, solid support under the bowl and usually a new countertop cutout.
What size sink fits my cabinet?
It depends on the base cabinet and the counter cutout. We confirm both on site.
Naperville plumbing code: who can do the plumbing for sink replacement?
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.
Does Naperville have lead service lines?
City-funded program since 2024 replaces known lead lines at no cost to homeowners; less than 1% of lines known lead. A filter certified for lead reduction is a sensible step until your line is confirmed or replaced.
Does sink replacement need a Naperville building permit, and who files it?
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.
Naperville water: how does it affect sink replacement?
Naperville's water source: Lake Michigan water purchased through the DuPage Water Commission from the City of Chicago (emergency wells on standby only). We plan fittings and filters around it.
Do I need a permit for sink replacement 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.
Downtown NapervilleHighlandsTamarack
ZIP 60540ZIP 60563ZIP 60564ZIP 60565
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Other kitchen services in Naperville
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.