Opening up closed kitchens
Homes of this era often separate the kitchen from the family room. We check the wall, engineer the beam and open the space when it makes sense.
Serving Northbrook & nearby Glenview, Highland Park
Kitchen Projects in Northbrook, IL
Local crews for Northbrook kitchens: we handle the remodel, the repair and the permit, and give you a written quote first.
- Local crews working in Northbrook ZIP 60062
- Remodels, cabinets, counters, plumbing, appliances and repairs
- In-home estimate and a written quote before any work
Working in Northbrook
- A lot of Northbrook kitchens date from the 1970s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Most Northbrook homes are single-family. We protect floors and driveways and leave the site clean every day.
- We know how Development & Planning Services handles kitchen permits and pull them for you.
TechnyDowntown Northbrook
ZIP 60062
Nearby towns
What Northbrook kitchens usually need
Permits and inspections
Whether a permit is needed depends on the work; we tell you at the estimate and take care of the application and inspections.
Lead-safe work on older paint
With so many older homes, lead-safe practices are routine for us when we disturb old paint on walls, trim or cabinets.
Refreshing 1970s kitchens
A lot of local kitchens are from the 1970s. The footprint often works; doors, counters, soffits and lighting are what date them.
Kitchen services in Northbrook
Remodeling & design
8 services- Kitchen RemodelingFull kitchen remodels, from layout to last cabinet pull.
- Kitchen Design & Layout PlanningLayouts, 3D plans and material picks before work starts.
- Accessible Kitchen RemodelingKitchens that work for every age and ability.
- Kitchen AdditionsBump-outs that add room for an island or dining area.
- Kitchen Wall Removal & Structural AssessmentOpen the kitchen up with an engineered beam.
- Kitchen Drywall & Finish WorkDrywall and plaster repair, soffit removal, ceilings, texture and trim.
- Kitchen Window ReplacementReplace or enlarge the window over the sink, trimmed and sealed.
- Kitchen Island & Peninsula InstallationNew islands and peninsulas with seating and storage.
Plumbing & water
9 services- Kitchen Plumbing ServicesSinks, faucets, disposals, drains and supply lines, done by licensed plumbers.
- Kitchen Sink Installation & ReplacementNew sinks, undermount and farmhouse styles.
- Kitchen Faucet InstallationFaucet swaps and new pull-down faucets.
- 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.
- Appliance Water Line InstallationFridge, ice maker and pot filler lines with a real shut-off valve.
- Kitchen Sink Leak & Drain RepairLeaking traps, strainers and drain pipes under the sink, fixed.
- Kitchen Drain CleaningSlow or backed-up kitchen sinks cleared, grease and all.
- Under-Sink Water FiltrationUnder-sink filters and reverse osmosis systems.
Restoration, cleaning & pests
7 services- Kitchen Damage RestorationWater, mold and fire damage cleaned up and repaired.
- Kitchen Water Damage RestorationLeaks stopped, water extracted, cabinets and floors dried and rebuilt.
- Kitchen Mold RemediationMoisture source fixed, mold contained and removed, kitchen rebuilt.
- Kitchen Fire & Smoke RestorationSoot cleaned, smoke odor removed, burned cabinets and walls rebuilt.
- Kitchen Deep CleaningDegreased cabinets, hood and backsplash, appliances cleaned inside and out.
- Post-Renovation CleaningFine dust, labels and residue removed so the new kitchen is ready to use.
- Kitchen Pest ControlRoaches, mice and ants treated, entry points sealed, food areas protected.
Cabinets & storage
13 services- Kitchen Cabinet ServicesPainting, refacing, repairs or brand-new cabinets.
- Kitchen Cabinet PaintingFactory-smooth painted cabinets without replacing them.
- Cabinet Refinishing & StainingRe-stained wood cabinets with the grain still showing.
- Cabinet RefacingNew doors and fronts on your existing cabinet boxes.
- Cabinet Door & Drawer Front ReplacementReplacement doors and drawer fronts in any style.
- Kitchen Cabinet Installation & ReplacementNew cabinets installed, leveled and ready for counters.
- Custom Kitchen CabinetsBuilt-to-fit cabinetry up to the ceiling.
- Kitchen Cabinet ModificationCabinets resized for new appliances, panels and fillers.
- Kitchen Cabinet & Drawer RepairHinges, drawer slides and water-damaged sink bases fixed.
- Kitchen Storage & Pantry SolutionsPull-outs, pantry systems and drawer organizers.
- Pull-Out Shelves & Cabinet OrganizersRoll-out shelves and organizers built to fit your existing cabinets.
- Pantry Design & InstallationPantry cabinets, closet conversions and walk-in shelving, built to fit.
- Built-In Breakfast Nook & BanquetteBuilt-in bench seating with storage for corners, bays and nooks.
Countertops, tile, floors & walls
12 services- Countertop ServicesNew counters, repairs and stone restoration.
- Countertop InstallationQuartz, granite and butcher block, templated and installed.
- Countertop RepairChips, cracks, seams and burns fixed without replacing the top.
- Countertop Refinishing & ResurfacingA new coated finish over sound laminate, cultured marble or tile.
- Stone Countertop RestorationEtches, stains and dull spots taken out, then the stone resealed.
- Kitchen Backsplash InstallationTile backsplashes with clean lines and flush outlets.
- Kitchen Tile & Grout RepairCracked tiles swapped, loose tiles reset and tired grout redone.
- Tile & Grout CleaningDeep-cleaned tile, restored grout color and a sealer that keeps it.
- Kitchen Flooring InstallationKitchen flooring: LVP, tile and hardwood.
- Kitchen Subfloor RepairSoft spots, rot and squeaks fixed at the structure under the floor.
- Hardwood Floor Repair & RefinishingSanding, refinishing and board repairs for kitchen hardwood floors.
- Kitchen Wall Painting & WallpaperWashable paint or scrubbable wallpaper for kitchen walls and ceilings.
Appliances & ventilation
15 services- Kitchen Appliance InstallationRanges, ovens, dishwashers, fridges and microwaves installed and tested.
- Dishwasher InstallationOld unit out, new dishwasher connected, leveled and leak-tested.
- Oven, Range & Cooktop InstallationGas and electric ranges, wall ovens and cooktops, safely connected.
- Built-In Refrigerator InstallationBuilt-in and panel-ready fridges fitted flush, anchored and connected.
- Microwave InstallationOver-the-range, drawer and built-in microwaves mounted, powered and vented.
- Kitchen Appliance RemovalOld kitchen appliances disconnected, carried out and recycled.
- Kitchen Appliance RepairRefrigerators, dishwashers, ovens and microwaves diagnosed and repaired.
- Refrigerator & Ice Maker RepairNot cooling, frost, leaks and dead ice makers diagnosed and fixed.
- Dishwasher RepairDraining, cleaning, leaking and door problems found and fixed.
- Oven, Stove & Cooktop RepairGas and electric ovens, ranges and cooktops diagnosed and repaired.
- Microwave RepairOver-the-range and built-in microwaves diagnosed and repaired safely.
- Kitchen Ventilation & Range HoodsRange hoods installed, repaired and cleaned, ducted the right way.
- Range Hood InstallationUnder-cabinet, chimney, island and insert hoods, ducted to the outside.
- Range Hood RepairFans, motors, switches, lights and rattles on kitchen range hoods.
- Residential Kitchen Hood CleaningDegreased filters, fan, hood interior and the duct you can reach.
Electrical & lighting
2 servicesOutdoor, bars & commercial
6 services- Outdoor Kitchen InstallationGrill islands, gas, power and sinks built to handle Chicago winters.
- Home Bars & Coffee StationsWet bars, dry bars and coffee stations built into the space you have.
- Commercial Kitchen ProjectsHoods, exhaust cleaning and grease traps for food-service kitchens.
- Commercial Kitchen Hood InstallationType I and II hoods, grease duct, fans and makeup air, built to NFPA 96.
- Commercial Hood CleaningHood, duct and roof fan degreased to bare metal, after hours.
- Grease Trap Installation & CleaningTraps and interceptors installed, cleaned and logged for inspectors.
What our work looks like in Northbrook homes
Before
AfterA Northbrook 1950s ranch: before and after
The site: a 1950s ranch near Downtown Northbrook. Before: original birch cabinets painted white decades ago, sagging doors, chrome pulls, laminate with an aluminum edge band, 9-inch vinyl floor tiles and a round fluorescent ceiling ring. The reason for the call: cabinets that were falling apart. Finished kitchen: cabinets in forest green with matte black pulls, black honed granite counters, a green zellige-look tile backsplash, warm oak luxury vinyl plank flooring and a flush drum fixture and under-cabinet lights.
Kitchen Remodeling in Northbrook →
Before
AfterCabinet Refacing in a 1950s ranch, Northbrook
The site: a 1950s ranch in Northbrook. The kitchen as it was: dark walnut-stained flush-panel cabinets with brass pulls. The main complaint was dated wood doors on solid boxes. The result: new five-piece shaker doors in soft white on the existing boxes, matching face-frame veneer and satin brass pulls.
Cabinet Refacing in Northbrook →
Before
AfterA Northbrook postwar bi-level: before and after
The site: a postwar bi-level near Techny. What we started with: speckled laminate and stainless double sink. The reason for the call: laminate that had seen better days. After: white quartz with soft gray veining countertops with a tight seam, an undermount sink and a new faucet.
Countertop Installation in Northbrook →Questions from Northbrook homeowners
Which parts of Northbrook do you cover?
All of Northbrook, including Techny, Downtown Northbrook — ZIP 60062 — and the towns next door: Glenview, Highland Park, Mount Prospect.
Do kitchen projects in Northbrook need a permit?
Often, depending on the scope. In short: Village lists separate permit types: Single Family Alterations - Interior, Electrical (new wiring/outlets), and Plumbing (new fixtures). We tell you at the estimate and file the permit when one is needed with the Development & Planning Services.
How do I contact the Northbrook building department?
Kitchen permits in Northbrook go through the Development & Planning Services, phone 847-664-4050. Applications can be filed online through the village portal. On our jobs we handle the application and book the inspections, so you rarely need to call yourself.
Northbrook contractor registration: what is required?
Village contractor license required, good for one year: general contractors $100; electrical $70. We take care of it before work starts.
Does Northbrook require a licensed plumber for kitchen work?
Plumbing contractors: no village fee; must submit a copy of the State of Illinois Plumbing Contractor Registration (055). Our plumbing connections are made by licensed plumbers.
Does Northbrook require a licensed electrician?
Electrical contractor license $70; must submit a copy of a valid electrician's registration with the application. New circuits and wiring are done by licensed electricians.
Does Northbrook have lead water service lines?
Village completed a full service line inventory (reported to IEPA April 15, 2024), runs a 50/50 cost-share lead service line replacement program, and requires full replacement of lead lines on properties undergoing substantial remodeling or demolition. If yours is unconfirmed, a filter certified for lead reduction at the kitchen sink is a sensible step.
How do I get rid of an old appliance or cabinets in Northbrook?
One bulk item per week at the curb free; white goods (stoves, refrigerators, dishwashers) handled separately, $30 each, scheduled with LRS at 844.633.3577. On our jobs we haul old units and debris away, so you don't have to.
Who inspects restaurant hoods in Northbrook?
Fire Prevention Bureau, 1225 Cedar Lane, Northbrook; 847-272-5050. We schedule hood inspections and have the paperwork ready.
Where does Northbrook get its water?
Northbrook's water source: Lake Michigan, treated at the Village's own filtration plant (two offshore intakes). It matters for filters, faucets, dishwashers and ice makers, and we plan fittings around it.
Can I replace just the cabinets or countertops?
Yes. Many kitchens only need a refresh: painted or refaced cabinets, a new countertop and backsplash, or new fixtures. We tell you honestly what is worth doing.
Will you take a small repair?
Yes. Leaks, a stuck drawer, a broken dishwasher or a chipped countertop are all part of what we do.
What can you do for my Northbrook kitchen?
Everything from a new faucet to a full remodel: design, cabinets, countertops, tile and floors, plumbing, appliances, electrical and lighting, plus repairs, deep cleaning and restoration after water or fire damage.
Do you also work near Northbrook?
The same crews cover Glenview, Highland Park, Mount Prospect, Buffalo Grove and the rest of the area.
How do you protect my Northbrook home during the work?
We cover floors and the path to the kitchen, contain dust and clean up every day. Old materials leave with us.