Soffit above the uppers
Many 1970s kitchens have a boxed soffit over the wall cabinets. During replacement we check what is inside and, where possible, run the new uppers higher.
Serving Oak Brook & nearby Villa Park, Lombard
Kitchen Cabinet Installation & Replacement in Oak Brook, IL
We tear out worn-out kitchen cabinets in Oak Brook and install new ones level, square and anchored to the studs.
- Kitchen remodels across Oak Brook ZIP 60523
- One project manager from drawings to final walk-through
- Permits and inspections handled for you
Cabinet problems we replace and fix in Oak Brook
Some Oak Brook homeowners need a full set of new cabinets in a new layout; others bought cabinets and need them put in right. Either way we take out what is there, prepare the walls and floor, and hang every box plumb with doors and drawers adjusted before we leave.
Peeling thermofoil or failing edges
Vinyl film lifting near the oven and edge banding curling off doors and shelves can't be painted. When the boxes are worn too, replacement makes more sense than new doors.
Swollen sink base from an old leak
Bubbled panels and a musty smell under the sink point to past leaks. The fix is a new base cabinet plus a check of the drain and supply lines before it goes in.
Doors that won't line up
Crooked reveals rarely come from the hinges alone. When the cabinets were never set level, we reinstall them so every door hangs even.
Cabinets that don't match after a patch job
A kitchen with three shades of oak and two kinds of pulls has outgrown repairs. We replace the set so the whole room matches again.
New appliances don't fit the openings
Older cabinet runs were built for smaller appliances. We plan the new run from your model numbers, so the fridge, range and dishwasher slide in with the right clearances.
Layout that fights you every day
When cooking means walking around an open dishwasher door or a cabinet that can't fully open, the problem is the layout. A replacement is the moment to rearrange the run.
Too many doors, not enough drawers
Many owners ask us to replace their lower doors with drawers. Deep pot drawers and a utensil stack usually hold more and are easier to use.
Everything in a cabinet replacement
- Measuring and site checkA full set of measurements, a level check across the floor and a look at plumbing and outlet locations.
- Protection and tear-outWe protect the house, disconnect the sink and appliances, remove the old boxes and take the debris with us.
- Wall and floor prepStuds located and marked, high spots found, drywall patched where old cabinets came off.
- Wall cabinets hung on studsWall cabinets hung plumb and anchored into the framing with cabinet screws.
- Trim and toe kicksCrown molding, light rail and toe kicks installed so the cabinets look built-in.
- Doors, drawers and hardwareEvery door and drawer adjusted for even gaps, with knobs and pulls drilled from a jig.
- Ready for countertopsThe base run is left level and solid for the countertop template, with sink and appliance openings checked.
Finishes and options
Ready-to-assemble cabinetsWe assemble and install RTA cabinets you bought yourself and check every box for damage first.
Plywood vs. particleboard boxesPlywood boxes hold screws better and handle moisture better than particleboard, which matters most at the sink.
Soft-close hinges and dovetail drawersLook for soft-close hardware and dovetail or dowel-joined drawers — they last far longer than stapled ones.
Stock, semi-custom and custom linesStock cabinets come in set sizes and ship fastest; semi-custom adds sizes and finishes; custom is built to your room and usually takes longest.
Framed and frameless cabinetsFramed cabinets have a face frame around the opening; frameless boxes give slightly wider openings and a cleaner modern look.
Kitchen Cabinet Installation & Replacement before and after — Oak Brook homes
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AfterKitchen Cabinet Installation & Replacement in a raised ranch, Oak Brook
The site: a raised ranch in Oak Brook. Before: medium-brown stained oak cabinets with wide frames and harvest-gold laminate. The reason for the call: dated cabinets in a layout that no longer worked. The result: new cabinets in light sand beige with brushed nickel bar pulls, installed level and ready for light marble-look quartz counters. On site this meant wall and floor prep, wall cabinets hung on studs, plus trim and toe kicks.
Before
AfterKitchen Cabinet Installation & Replacement in a postwar bi-level, Villa Park
This one is a postwar bi-level in Villa Park. What we started with: dark walnut-stained flush-panel cabinets with brass pulls and speckled laminate. The main complaint was dated cabinets in a layout that no longer worked. The result: new cabinets in powder blue with matte black pulls, installed level and ready for light marble-look quartz counters. On site this meant measuring and site check, trim and toe kicks, plus ready for countertops.
Kitchen Cabinet Installation & Replacement in Villa Park →
Before
AfterBefore and after: a 1960s ranch in Lombard
This one is a 1960s ranch in Lombard. What we started with: original birch cabinets painted white decades ago, sagging doors, chrome pulls and laminate with an aluminum edge band. The reason for the call: sagging, chipped cabinets that were past saving. The result: new cabinets in warm taupe with brushed nickel bar pulls, installed level and ready for charcoal concrete-look quartz counters. On site this meant measuring and site check, protection and tear-out, plus wall and floor prep.
Kitchen Cabinet Installation & Replacement in Lombard →
Before
AfterCustom Kitchen Cabinets in a raised ranch, Oak Brook
Finished: built-to-fit cabinetry to the ceiling in white uppers and deep green lowers with satin brass pulls and creamy quartzite-look quartz counters.
Custom Kitchen Cabinets in Oak Brook →
Before
AfterAn Oak Brook 1970s tract home: before and after
What changed: white quartz with soft gray veining countertops with a tight seam, an undermount sink and a new faucet.
Countertop Fabrication & Installation in Oak Brook →From first visit to final walk-through
- Visit and measurementsAn in-home visit to measure, check the floor and walls and hear what isn't working.
- Cabinet plan and written estimateA drawn layout with cabinet sizes and an itemized estimate for removal, install and trim.
- Ordering and deliveryCabinets are ordered; lead time depends on the line, and we inspect every box when it arrives.
- Tear-out and installationRemoval, prep, leveling, hanging and trim — usually a few days for a typical kitchen.
- Adjustment and walk-throughWe fine-tune every door, clean up and walk the kitchen with you.
Kitchen Cabinet Installation & Replacement questions from Oak Brook homeowners
Do you install cabinets I bought myself?
Yes — just send us the order list. We confirm it matches the room and flag missing or damaged pieces before install day.
How much does it cost to replace kitchen cabinets?
The main drivers are the cabinet line, the size of the kitchen, tear-out and any plumbing or electrical changes. After measuring we send a line-item quote.
How long does kitchen cabinet installation take?
Most installs take several days on site. The longer wait is often the cabinet lead time before that, which depends on the line you choose.
Should I replace or reface my cabinets?
If the boxes are solid and the layout works, refacing is the lighter option. If boxes are damaged or the layout is wrong, replacement is the real fix.
Can I swap upper cabinets for open shelves?
Sure — a few open shelves can break up a long run. We install them on concealed supports tied into the framing.
What is the Oak Brook building department phone number?
Permits go through Development Services (Building), phone (630) 368-5101. When your scope needs one, we prepare the application and schedule the inspections.
Oak Brook contractor registration: do kitchen contractors need it?
Oak Brook does not require contractor registration; no village-specific requirements for residential alterations. We take care of that before work starts.
What does Oak Brook ask for on electrical work?
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.
Do I need a permit for cabinet replacement in Oak Brook?
It depends on the scope. Oak Brook's rule 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 handle the permit when one is needed with Development Services (Building).
Do you work in my part of Oak Brook?
Yes. Our crews work across Oak Brook — ZIP 60523 — and nearby Villa Park, Lombard, Elmhurst.
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.
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