1990s openings sized for old appliances
Cabinets from the 1990s were built around appliance sizes that have since grown. We resize those openings rather than replacing every cabinet.
Serving Orland Park & nearby Tinley Park, Woodridge
Kitchen Cabinet Modification in Orland Park, IL
We cut, resize and rebuild the cabinets you already have in Orland Park so a new fridge, range or dishwasher fits and the kitchen works better.
- Installers working in Orland Park ZIP 60462, 60467
- Hookups by licensed trades where the code calls for it
- Old unit hauled away on request
Cabinet changes Orland Park owners ask us for
Most kitchens in Orland Park were built around appliances that are smaller than what stores sell today. We modify the existing cabinets so a taller fridge, a wider range or a panel-ready dishwasher fits, and we finish the cut edges so the change looks original.
Adding a dishwasher to an older kitchen
To fit a dishwasher where none existed, a base cabinet near the sink has to go. We take it out cleanly, build the opening and leave it ready for the plumber and electrician.
Base cabinets with doors instead of drawers
We rebuild door-style base cabinets into two or three deep drawers, with fronts made to match the rest of the kitchen.
Uppers that stop short of the ceiling
If there is open space over the uppers, we can fill it with stacked cabinets or a taller crown detail that matches the doors.
New refrigerator is too tall for the opening
If the hinge on top of the new fridge hits the cabinet above, the upper box can be cut down or lifted. We rebuild its bottom and rehang the doors so it still looks factory-made.
Want a counter-depth or built-in look
A standard-depth fridge sticks out past the counters. We can add deep side panels and a deeper cabinet above so the unit looks set into the cabinetry.
Removing an upper for open shelves
If you want open shelves by the window or range, we remove the upper, close up the sides of the remaining cabinets and hang shelves into the studs.
Flat doors that look plain
Adding molding to flat cabinet doors is a common update. Done well, the trim is mitered tight and disappears under the finish.
Included with the install
- Protecting the counters and floorWe lay protection on the floor and tape off counters and adjacent doors.
- Cutting and rebuilding the boxesBoxes are cut to the new size and rebuilt with new sides, bottoms or face frame pieces as needed.
- Raising or shortening uppersUpper cabinets over the fridge or range are lifted or cut down and reattached to the wall framing.
- Panels, fillers and trimNew end panels, fillers, scribe and toe-kick are fitted where the cabinets were changed.
- Drawers and shelvesWe fit the new drawers or shelves and adjust them to run smoothly.
- Matching the finishNew parts are painted or stained to match the existing cabinets as closely as the old finish allows.
- Appliance fit check and cleanupThe new unit is test-fitted, doors are adjusted and the dust leaves with us.
What to pick before the install
Finished end and refrigerator panelsPanels come in paint-grade or stain-grade versions to suit your cabinets.
Appliance panels and trim kitsFronts and trim for integrated dishwashers, fridges and microwaves, sized to the maker's template.
Matching face frame stockHardwood strips milled to match the existing face frames in width and species.
Drawer boxes and slidesPlywood or dovetail drawer boxes on full-extension, soft-close slides.
Cabinet-grade plywoodUsed for rebuilt sides, bottoms and shelves because it holds screws well and resists sagging.
Kitchen Cabinet Modification before and after — Orland Park homes
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DetailOrland Park kitchen, 1990s two-story colonial: kitchen cabinet modification
This one is a 1990s two-story colonial in Orland Park. What we started with: honey-oak cathedral raised-panel cabinets with worn finish near the handles, brass knobs and almond appliances. The reason for the call: an appliance upgrade the old cabinets could not take. After: the opening widened and the upper cabinet raised, a panel added, a new refrigerator fitting flush. Work included protecting the counters and floor, cutting and rebuilding the boxes, plus matching the finish.
Before
AfterTinley Park kitchen, 1990s two-story colonial: kitchen cabinet modification
This one is a 1990s two-story colonial in Tinley Park. Before: golden-oak cabinets with oak soffits above and black appliances. The main complaint was cabinets built around appliances that no longer exist. The result: the opening widened and the upper cabinet raised, a panel added, a new refrigerator fitting flush. The job covered protecting the counters and floor, matching the finish, plus appliance fit check and cleanup.
Kitchen Cabinet Modification in Tinley Park →
Before
AfterKitchen Cabinet Modification in a townhouse from the 1990s, Woodridge
This one is a townhouse from the 1990s in Woodridge. What we started with: white raised-panel thermofoil cabinets and white appliances. What bothered the owners most: cabinets built around appliances that no longer exist. After: the opening widened and the upper cabinet raised, a panel added, a new refrigerator fitting flush. Work included protecting the counters and floor, panels, fillers and trim, plus drawers and shelves.
Kitchen Cabinet Modification in Woodridge →
Before
AfterOrland Park kitchen, 1990s two-story colonial: accessible kitchen remodeling
Finished: a lowered charcoal concrete-look quartz counter section with knee space under the sink, cabinets in deep burgundy with brushed nickel bar pulls, pull-down shelves in the uppers, drawers instead of base doors, a side-opening wall oven, a lever faucet and a flush drum fixture and under-cabinet lights.
Accessible Kitchen Remodeling in Orland Park →
Before
AfterOrland Park kitchen, two-story colonial from the 1990s: kitchen remodeling
Finished: cabinets in white uppers and deep green lowers with polished nickel pulls, dark soapstone-look quartz counters, a white herringbone tile backsplash, warm oak luxury vinyl plank flooring and a flush drum fixture and under-cabinet lights.
Kitchen Remodeling in Orland Park →From the old unit to the new one
- Visit and measureAt the visit we measure the openings and check how the cabinets are built.
- Plan and estimateYou get a plan of what will be cut and rebuilt and a written estimate.
- Parts preparedPanels, fronts and drawer boxes are made or ordered to size.
- On-site workCutting, rebuilding and fitting usually take a day or two, depending on the change.
- Fit checkThe appliance goes in, we adjust everything and walk through it with you.
Kitchen Cabinet Modification questions from Orland Park homeowners
Do you also install the appliance?
We fit the space and the panels; utility connections are done by the appropriate licensed trade.
Can you add a microwave shelf to my cabinets?
Yes. We convert an upper, base or pantry cabinet into a shelf sized for your microwave, with ventilation space the maker calls for.
What affects the cost of cabinet modification?
Scope drives the price: one upper raised is very different from a range opening with counter work. You get an itemized estimate after we measure.
Will the new parts match my cabinets?
We aim for a close match and show you a sample when the finish is aged or discontinued.
Can you add soft-close to old cabinets?
Yes, in many cases. Exposed or older hinges may need replacing with concealed hinges and some drilling.
Do I need a Orland Park-registered contractor for cabinet modification?
Contractors must be licensed with the Village before permits issue; apply via Civic Access portal. We take care of that before work starts.
Do I need a permit for cabinet modification in Orland Park?
It depends on the scope. Orland Park's rule in short: Permit needed for remodeling; application lists electrical and plumbing contractors. We handle the permit when one is needed with Development Services Department - Building Division.
Do you work in my part of Orland Park?
Yes. Our crews work across Orland Park — ZIP 60462, 60467 — and nearby Tinley Park, Woodridge, Bolingbrook.
Working in Orland Park
- A lot of Orland Park kitchens date from the 1990s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Most Orland Park homes are single-family. We protect floors and driveways and leave the site clean every day.
- Live in the Old Orland Historic District? Interior kitchen work is usually not reviewed. We check before anything touches the exterior.
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Other kitchen services in Orland Park
Kitchen Cabinet & Drawer RepairHinges, drawer slides and water-damaged sink bases fixed.
Pull-Out Shelves & Cabinet OrganizersRoll-out shelves and organizers built to fit your existing cabinets.
Accessible Kitchen RemodelingKitchens that work for every age and ability.
Kitchen RemodelingFull kitchen remodels, from layout to last cabinet pull.
Kitchen Cabinet PaintingFactory-smooth painted cabinets without replacing them.