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.
Serving Oak Brook & nearby Villa Park, Lombard
Kitchen Projects in Oak Brook, IL
Remodels, cabinets, countertops, plumbing, appliances and repairs for Oak Brook homes, with crews that work here every week.
- Local crews working in Oak Brook ZIP 60523
- Remodels, cabinets, counters, plumbing, appliances and repairs
- In-home estimate and a written quote before any work
Working in Oak Brook
- A lot of Oak Brook kitchens date from the 1970s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Most Oak Brook homes are single-family. We protect floors and driveways and leave the site clean every day.
- We know how Development Services (Building) handles kitchen permits and pull them for you.
ZIP 60523
Nearby towns
What Oak Brook 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.
Protecting single-family homes during work
We treat the rest of the house as a no-dust zone: floor protection, sealed doorways and daily cleanup.
Kitchen services in Oak Brook
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.
Before and after: kitchens in Oak Brook
Before
AfterOak Brook kitchen, raised ranch: kitchen remodeling
The site: a raised ranch in Oak Brook. The kitchen as it was: dark stained oak cabinets with wide face frames and a scalloped wood valance over the sink, harvest-gold laminate, brick-pattern sheet vinyl and a large fluorescent light box. What bothered the owners most: a dated kitchen with worn surfaces everywhere. The result: cabinets in white uppers and dusty blue lowers with satin brass pulls, white quartz with soft gray veining counters, a white 2x8 tile in a vertical stack backsplash, hickory luxury vinyl plank flooring and a flush drum fixture and under-cabinet lights.
Kitchen Remodeling in Oak Brook →
Before
AfterAn Oak Brook 1970s split-level: before and after
A 1970s split-level in Oak Brook, a typical kitchen for Oak Brook. Before: harvest-gold laminate and stainless double sink. What bothered the owners most: worn laminate counters. Finished kitchen: white quartz with soft gray veining countertops with a tight seam, an undermount sink and a new faucet.
Countertop Installation in Oak Brook →
Before
AfterOak Brook kitchen, raised ranch: cabinet refacing
A raised ranch in Oak Brook, a typical kitchen for Oak Brook. The kitchen as it was: dark stained oak cabinets with wide face frames and a scalloped wood valance over the sink. What bothered the owners most: dated wood doors on solid boxes. After: new flat slab doors with a thin edge in warm white on the existing boxes, matching face-frame veneer and brushed nickel bar pulls.
Cabinet Refacing in Oak Brook →Questions from Oak Brook homeowners
Which parts of Oak Brook do you cover?
All of Oak Brook — ZIP 60523 — and the towns next door: Villa Park, Lombard, Elmhurst.
Oak Brook kitchen remodel permit: when do I need one?
Often, depending on the scope. In short: Village publishes a Residential Permit Requirement Listing; its Residential Alteration category requires contract/scope of work, architectural plans and plat of survey. We tell you at the estimate and file the permit when one is needed with the Development Services (Building).
How do I contact the Oak Brook building department?
Kitchen permits in Oak Brook go through the Development Services (Building), phone (630) 368-5101. 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.
Oak Brook contractor registration: what is required?
Oak Brook does not require contractor registration; no village-specific requirements for residential alterations. We take care of it before work starts.
Does Oak Brook require a licensed plumber for kitchen work?
Current Illinois plumbing license (055 and 058) or current City of Chicago license; other municipalities' business licenses not acceptable. Our plumbing connections are made by licensed plumbers.
Does Oak Brook require a licensed electrician?
Current license from a testing jurisdiction, or current ICC electrician certification for the scope; other municipalities' business licenses not accepted. New circuits and wiring are done by licensed electricians.
Where does Oak Brook get its water?
Oak Brook's water source: Purchased Lake Michigan water via DuPage Water Commission (Chicago Jardine plant); deep wells are emergency backup only. It matters for filters, faucets, dishwashers and ice makers, and we plan fittings around it.
Do you do kitchen design as well?
Yes. Layout, storage, materials and lighting are planned with you first, and you see the plan before anything is ordered.
Do you serve commercial kitchens in Oak Brook?
Yes. Hood cleaning and installation, grease trap service and commercial kitchen remodels, scheduled around your service hours.
What kitchen services do you offer in Oak Brook?
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.
Can I replace just the cabinets or countertops?
Yes. Painting or refacing cabinets, new countertops, a backsplash or new lighting change a kitchen a lot without moving walls or plumbing.
What should I expect when remodeling a Oak Brook kitchen?
A lot of Oak Brook homes date from the 1970s. We know these layouts well: which walls carry load, where the old plumbing runs and what is worth keeping.