Refreshing 1950s kitchens
Many kitchens here date from the 1950s: solid layouts with dated finishes. Paint, new counters and lighting change them without moving walls.
Serving Park Ridge & nearby Des Plaines, Glenview
Kitchen Projects in Park Ridge, IL
Remodels, cabinets, countertops, plumbing, appliances and repairs for Park Ridge homes, with crews that work here every week.
- Local crews working in Park Ridge ZIP 60068
- Remodels, cabinets, counters, plumbing, appliances and repairs
- In-home estimate and a written quote before any work
Working in Park Ridge
- A lot of Park Ridge kitchens date from the 1950s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Most Park Ridge homes are single-family. We protect floors and driveways and leave the site clean every day.
- We know how Park Ridge building department handles kitchen permits and pull them for you.
ZIP 60068
Nearby towns
What Park Ridge kitchens usually need
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.
Lead-safe work on older paint
Older paint is treated as possibly lead-based until tested; containment and HEPA cleanup are part of the job.
Permits and inspections
We check what the village requires for your scope and handle permits and inspections when they apply.
Kitchen services in Park Ridge
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.
What our work looks like in Park Ridge homes
Before
AfterKitchen Remodeling in a postwar bi-level, Park Ridge
This one is a postwar bi-level in Park Ridge. What we started with: original birch cabinets painted white decades ago, sagging doors, chrome pulls, laminate with an aluminum edge band, 9-inch vinyl floor tiles and a round fluorescent ceiling ring. The reason for the call: cabinets that were falling apart. Finished kitchen: 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 Park Ridge →
Before
AfterCountertop Installation in a 1960s ranch, Park Ridge
A 1960s ranch in Park Ridge, a typical kitchen for Park Ridge. Before: light beige laminate and stainless double sink. The main complaint was worn laminate counters. Finished kitchen: charcoal concrete-look quartz countertops with a tight seam, an undermount sink and a new faucet.
Countertop Installation in Park Ridge →
Before
AfterBefore and after: a 1960s ranch in Park Ridge
This one is a 1960s ranch in Park Ridge. What we started with: dark walnut-stained flush-panel cabinets with brass pulls. The main complaint was the dated wood tone. Finished kitchen: the same doors sprayed in light warm taupe, new unlacquered brass knobs and cup pulls; counters and floor stayed as they were.
Kitchen Cabinet Painting in Park Ridge →Questions from Park Ridge homeowners
Do you work everywhere in Park Ridge?
All of Park Ridge — ZIP 60068 — and the towns next door: Des Plaines, Glenview, Skokie.
Park Ridge kitchen remodel permit: when do I need one?
Often, depending on the scope. In short: Park Ridge publishes permit guidelines by project type; contact the Permit Technicians to confirm whether a kitchen project needs a permit. We tell you at the estimate and file the permit when one is needed.
Do contractors have to register with Park Ridge?
Building contractors must register with the City each calendar year ($50 per firm). We take care of it before work starts.
What is Park Ridge doing about lead service lines?
Lead service lines are more likely in homes built before 1986; the City runs a lead service line replacement program. If yours is unconfirmed, a filter certified for lead reduction at the kitchen sink is a sensible step.
Where does Park Ridge get its water?
Park Ridge's water source: Lake Michigan water purchased from the City of Chicago. 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.
Does the age of my Park Ridge home change the job?
A lot of Park Ridge homes date from the 1950s. We know these layouts well: which walls carry load, where the old plumbing runs and what is worth keeping.
Do you work on restaurant kitchens in Park Ridge?
Yes. Hood cleaning and installation, grease trap service and commercial kitchen remodels, scheduled around your service hours.
How quickly can I get an estimate in Park Ridge?
Call or send the form; we check the schedule for your ZIP and book an in-home estimate at a time that suits you.
How does the estimate work?
A visit to see the room and measure, a conversation about what you want and what fits the budget, then a written quote broken down by line item.
What kitchen services do you offer in Park Ridge?
Full remodels and design, cabinets (painting, refacing, new), countertops, backsplash and floors, plumbing and water filters, appliance installation and repair, lighting and electrical, and cleaning, restoration and pest work.
Do you handle small jobs too?
Yes. Leaks, a stuck drawer, a broken dishwasher or a chipped countertop are all part of what we do.