1970s stainless double sink
Many 1970s kitchens still have the original drop-in double sink. We swap it for a deeper bowl and new strainers.
Serving Palatine & nearby Arlington Heights, Buffalo Grove
Kitchen Sink Installation & Replacement in Palatine, IL
Undermount, drop-in and farmhouse sinks set, sealed and connected by licensed plumbers in Palatine.
- Serving Palatine ZIP 60067, 60074
- Installed level, sealed and tested before we leave
- Clear price for the install before the visit
Kitchen sink problems we fix in Palatine
Swapping a sink looks simple until the new bowl doesn't match the cutout or the drain lands in the wrong spot. Our Palatine crew measures first, then sets the sink and has a licensed plumber hook up the drain and supplies.
Condo sink replacement
Condo sink swaps sometimes need a riser shutdown from the building. We schedule around association hours and protect the shared areas.
Strainer or drain leaking
A leak at the drain flange is usually the strainer, not the sink. We replace it, and with a new sink we always fit new strainers.
Dated sink in an otherwise good kitchen
If the counters and cabinets are fine, replacing only the sink is a contained job. We keep the countertop intact.
Drop-in rim that traps grime
A drop-in rim and its yellowing caulk are hard to keep clean. If the counter is stone or quartz, an undermount sink can often replace it.
Undermount sink pulling away from the counter
If the sink has dropped and water runs into the cabinet, it can usually be reattached without replacing the counter. We support it from below and bond it again.
Faucet holes don't match the new faucet
We plan the faucet, sprayer, soap dispenser and any filtered-water tap together, so the holes and the sink line up.
Sink that drains slowly after replacement
Slow draining right after an install points to the connection, not the bowl. We correct the pitch and the fittings.
Included with the install
- Shut off and disconnectWe close the valves and take apart the drain, supply and appliance connections.
- Remove the old sinkThe old sink taken out without damaging the counter edge.
- Cabinet changes for farmhouse sinksSink base cut down or replaced, with a support frame for the apron sink.
- Set and seal the sinkUndermount sinks clipped and bonded; drop-ins bedded in sealant and clamped.
- Disposal and dishwasher hookupDisposal remounted to the new flange and dishwasher drain reconnected.
- Supply valves and linesWorn shut-off valves replaced and new braided supply lines installed.
- Leak check and cleanupBoth bowls filled and drained, every joint checked dry.
Options to choose from
Granite compositeA dense, matte sink made of stone particles and resin that hides water spots.
Drop-in (top-mount)Rests on the counter with a rim; works with laminate as well as stone.
FireclayA smooth, hard-glazed bowl that needs solid support in the cabinet.
UndermountHung under the countertop; needs a finished cutout edge and a strong counter.
Farmhouse (apron-front)A deep bowl with an exposed front that needs a modified or dedicated sink base.
Before and after: kitchens near Palatine
Before
Installed
DetailBefore and after: a two-story colonial from the 1990s in Palatine
The site: a two-story colonial from the 1990s in Palatine. Before: solid-surface integrated sink. The reason for the call: a scratched integrated sink that never looked clean. Finished kitchen: a new undermount stainless single-bowl sink with a pull-down faucet. The job covered cabinet changes for farmhouse sinks, disposal and dishwasher hookup, plus supply valves and lines.
Before
AfterAn Arlington Heights 1990s two-story colonial: before and after
A 1990s two-story colonial in Arlington Heights, a typical kitchen for Arlington Heights. The kitchen as it was: white double sink. The main complaint was two small bowls where big pots never fit. After: a new undermount stainless single-bowl sink with a pull-down faucet. Work included remove the old sink, set and seal the sink, plus leak check and cleanup.
Kitchen Sink Installation & Replacement in Arlington Heights →
Before
AfterBuffalo Grove kitchen, two-story colonial from the 1990s: kitchen sink installation & replacement
A two-story colonial from the 1990s near The Highlands, a typical kitchen for Buffalo Grove. What we started with: white cast-iron double sink. The reason for the call: a chipped porcelain sink with stains that wouldn't scrub out. Finished kitchen: a new undermount stainless single-bowl sink with a pull-down faucet. On site this meant shut off and disconnect, disposal and dishwasher hookup, plus supply valves and lines.
Kitchen Sink Installation & Replacement in Buffalo Grove →
Before
AfterKitchen Remodeling in a 1990s two-story colonial, Palatine
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 Palatine →
Before
AfterBefore and after: a 1990s two-story colonial in Palatine
The same doors sprayed in deep navy, new brushed nickel bar pulls; counters and floor stayed as they were.
Kitchen Cabinet Painting in Palatine →From the old unit to the new one
- Pick the sinkChoose the material and style, or ask us what fits your counter and cabinet.
- Measure and planWe check the cutout, the cabinet and the drain, and plan any cabinet changes.
- Written estimateYou get an itemized estimate for removal, installation and plumbing.
- Install and connectWe mount the sink and hook up the drain, faucet and appliances.
- Cure and testAdhesive and sealant cure, then we run water and check every joint.
Kitchen Sink Installation & Replacement questions from Palatine homeowners
Will Lake Michigan water mark my new sink?
Treated lake water still carries some minerals, so water spots show on dark composite and stainless. Wiping the bowl dry keeps it looking new.
Can you install a sink I bought myself?
Yes, and we'll tell you up front if anything about the sink makes it a tricky fit.
Can I keep my countertop when replacing the sink?
Yes in most cases. We match the new sink to the existing opening so the counter stays.
What does a new kitchen sink installation cost?
We price it after seeing the sink base and counter, and you get the details in writing.
Can you reuse my old faucet and disposal?
Often. We check whether the faucet suits the new hole layout and whether the disposal mounts to the new flange.
Palatine plumbing code: who can do the plumbing for sink replacement?
Plumbing permit applications must include a letter of intent from the Illinois-licensed plumber of record (225 ILCS 320/37); plumbing registration requires the state license. Our plumbing connections are made by licensed plumbers.
What is Palatine doing about lead water lines?
Village publishes a service line material inventory on an online dashboard. 2023 lead tap sampling: 90th percentile 5.8 ppb (action level 15 ppb), 0 sites over. A filter certified for lead reduction is a sensible step until your line is confirmed or replaced.
Do Palatine condo associations need to approve sink replacement?
Associations usually set rules for work hours, elevators, deliveries and insurance, and many require approval for plumbing, electrical or structural changes. We provide the certificate of insurance and follow the building's rules.
Is Palatine water hard, and does it matter for sink replacement?
Palatine's water source: Lake Michigan water purchased from and treated by the City of Evanston; reported hardness is About 137 mg/L as CaCO3 (about 8.0 grains per gallon); range 120-149 mg/L. Figures are for the Evanston supply, 2024 report.. We plan fittings and filters around it.
Does sink replacement need a Palatine building permit, and who files it?
Permits go through Community Development Department - Building Permits & Inspections, phone (847) 359-9042. When your scope needs one, we prepare the application and schedule the inspections.
Do I need a permit for sink replacement in Palatine?
It depends on the scope. Palatine's rule in short: A permit is required to remodel a kitchen or to add/alter the electrical system. We handle the permit when one is needed with Community Development Department - Building Permits & Inspections.
Do you work in my part of Palatine?
Yes. Our crews work across Palatine — ZIP 60067, 60074 — and nearby Arlington Heights, Buffalo Grove, Lake Zurich.
Working in Palatine
- A lot of Palatine kitchens date from the 1970s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Condo or townhome? We follow association rules on work hours and elevators and bring the insurance certificate your board asks for.
- We know how Community Development Department - Building Permits & Inspections handles kitchen permits and pull them for you.
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Kitchen Sink Installation & Replacement nearby
Other kitchen services in Palatine
Kitchen Faucet InstallationFaucet swaps and new pull-down faucets.
Kitchen Sink Leak & Drain RepairLeaking traps, strainers and drain pipes under the sink, fixed.
Appliance Water Line InstallationFridge, ice maker and pot filler lines with a real shut-off valve.
Kitchen RemodelingFull kitchen remodels, from layout to last cabinet pull.
Kitchen Cabinet PaintingFactory-smooth painted cabinets without replacing them.