Scale on the aerator from lake water
White crust on the spray face is mineral buildup. Many Northbrook owners just need the aerator cleaned or swapped, not a new faucet.
Serving Northbrook & nearby Glenview, Highland Park
Kitchen Faucet Installation in Northbrook, IL
Pull-down, touchless and two-handle kitchen faucets installed leak-free by licensed plumbers in Northbrook.
- Installers working in Northbrook ZIP 60062
- Hookups by licensed trades where the code calls for it
- Old unit hauled away on request
Kitchen faucet problems we fix in Northbrook
A kitchen faucet swap is quick when the valves turn, the holes match and the old nuts come loose. In Northbrook our licensed plumbers handle the cases where they don't, and leave you with a faucet that doesn't drip at the base.
Worried about lead at the kitchen tap
A new faucet won't fix a lead service line, but it removes an old brass faucet from the equation. Pair it with a certified filter until the line is replaced.
Faucet loose or wobbling on the sink
Wobbly faucets loosen further over time and start leaking at the deck. A proper re-mount fixes it.
Shut-off valves that won't turn
If the valves under the sink are stuck, we shut the water elsewhere and install new ones before connecting the faucet.
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 leaking from the base
A puddle at the foot of the faucet each time you use it comes from the spout seals. We rebuild it if parts exist, or install a new one.
Low flow or a sputtering spout
A spout that spits or barely runs usually has debris or mineral buildup in the aerator. If cleaning doesn't help, the cartridge or supply valve may be partly blocked.
Leaking from the handle
A handle that weeps while you run water has a failed seal under it. We open it up and tell you whether a part solves it.
What we hook up and check
- Shut off and removeThe old faucet and side sprayer taken off without damaging the sink.
- Replace valves when neededSeized or leaking stops replaced with quarter-turn valves.
- Pull-down hose and weightSpray hose routed clear of the drain and disposal, weight set so it retracts.
- Supply connectionsNew braided supply lines connected and tightened without strain.
- 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
Bridge and two-handle faucetsThree-hole faucets with a classic look, often with a side sprayer.
Pull-out faucetsA shorter spout with a head that pulls straight out toward you.
Pull-down faucetsA spray head that pulls down into the sink; the most popular kitchen style.
Touchless and touch faucetsSensor or tap-to-start faucets that need batteries or an outlet under the sink.
Filtered-water and pot-filler tapsA small second faucet for filtered water, or a wall-mounted pot filler by the range.
Before and after: kitchens near Northbrook
Before
Installed
DetailNorthbrook kitchen, two-story colonial from the 1990s: kitchen faucet installation
The site: a two-story colonial from the 1990s near Techny. What we started with: white cast-iron double sink. What bothered the owners most: an old two-handle faucet that dripped into a worn porcelain bowl. After: a new single-handle pull-down faucet with a clean caulk line. Work included power for touchless models, extra holes, plus flush and test.
Before
AfterA Glenview 1990s two-story colonial: before and after
The site: a 1990s two-story colonial near The Grove. The kitchen as it was: 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 shut off and remove, replace valves when needed, plus extra holes.
Kitchen Faucet Installation in Glenview →
Before
AfterBefore and after: a townhouse from the 1990s in Mount Prospect
This one is a townhouse from the 1990s in Mount Prospect. The kitchen as it was: stainless double sink. What bothered the owners most: a faucet too low to fill a stockpot. Finished kitchen: a new single-handle pull-down faucet with a clean caulk line. The job covered replace valves when needed, pull-down hose and weight, plus power for touchless models.
Kitchen Faucet Installation in Mount Prospect →
Before
AfterA Northbrook postwar Cape Cod: before and after
A new island with a prep sink, the drain, vent and water lines relocated from the old wall.
Kitchen Plumbing Relocation in Northbrook →
Before
AfterBefore and after: a 1950s ranch in Northbrook
Finished: 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 →From the old unit to the new one
- Pick a faucetSend the model you like and a photo of your sink.
- Check the setupWe confirm the hole count, valves and clearances.
- Written estimateYou get the price in writing, including any valve replacement.
- Install and testInstalled, flushed and checked for leaks, usually in one visit.
Kitchen Faucet Installation questions from Northbrook homeowners
Are touchless faucets worth it?
Many owners like them. Expect to change batteries or use a plug-in adapter, and know there's a manual mode too.
Do I need a plumber to install a faucet?
A faucet swap is plumbing work. Our licensed plumbers handle it, including the valves and supply lines that often need replacing.
Why is my faucet leaking from the base?
The O-rings around the spout have worn. Rebuilding is possible on some faucets; on older ones, replacement is often better.
What does a faucet installation cost?
A plain swap costs less than a touchless install with new valves. You get a line-item price before work starts.
Can a handyman install a kitchen faucet?
Illinois requires plumbing work to be done by licensed plumbers. We send a licensed plumber, so the valves and connections are covered too.
Northbrook building permit for faucet installation: where do I apply?
Permits go through Development & Planning Services, phone 847-664-4050. When your scope needs one, we prepare the application and schedule the inspections.
Northbrook plumbing code: who can do the plumbing for faucet installation?
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.
What is Northbrook doing about lead water 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. A filter certified for lead reduction is a sensible step until your line is confirmed or replaced.
Do I need a Northbrook-registered contractor for faucet installation?
Village contractor license required, good for one year: general contractors $100; electrical $70. We take care of that before work starts.
Is Northbrook water hard, and does it matter for faucet installation?
Northbrook's water source: Lake Michigan, treated at the Village's own filtration plant (two offshore intakes). Aerators and cartridges scale faster with harder water.
Do I need a permit for faucet installation in Northbrook?
It depends on the scope. Northbrook's rule in short: Village lists separate permit types: Single Family Alterations - Interior, Electrical (new wiring/outlets), and Plumbing (new fixtures). We handle the permit when one is needed with Development & Planning Services.
Do you work in my part of Northbrook?
Yes. Our crews work across Northbrook, including Techny, Downtown Northbrook — ZIP 60062 — and nearby Glenview, Highland Park, Mount Prospect.
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
Kitchen Faucet Installation nearby
Other kitchen services in Northbrook
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.