Original 1950s laminate
The 1950s laminate with a built-in backsplash comes off quickly; we template the cabinets and install new counters.
Countertop Fabrication & Installation →Serving Park Ridge & nearby Des Plaines, Glenview
Countertop Services in Park Ridge, IL
Chipped, stained, dull or just dated? We repair, refinish, restore or replace kitchen countertops in Park Ridge.
- Crews working in Park Ridge ZIP 60068
- Most jobs done in days, with your kitchen still usable
- Samples and a written quote before we start
Countertop problems we fix in Park Ridge
A chip by the dishwasher, rings on marble, peeling laminate or a layout that no longer works: each one calls for a different repair. We handle all four kinds of countertop work in Park Ridge, so you get the fix that fits instead of the biggest job.
Dated cultured marble or tile counters
Cultured marble and old tile tops can be cleaned, repaired and coated in a new solid or speckled finish without tear-out.
Countertop Refinishing & Resurfacing →Granite that lost its shine
Hazy granite near the sink or the stove is worn finish, not bad stone. We polish the surface and reseal it.
Stone Countertop Restoration →Dull, etched marble
Lemon, wine and vinegar leave dull spots on marble that no cleaner removes. Honing and polishing take the etch out and bring the finish back.
Stone Countertop Restoration →Peeling or worn laminate
If the laminate is flat and dry underneath but looks tired, a refinishing coat in a stone look is a quick update.
Countertop Refinishing & Resurfacing →Oil or water stains in stone
Dark spots near the stove or around the faucet are often oil or water soaked into the stone. A poultice draws many of them out before resealing.
Stone Countertop Restoration →Swollen laminate at the sink
A soft, raised edge around the sink means the substrate is ruined. That section, or the whole run, gets replaced.
Countertop Fabrication & Installation →Loose undermount sink
Gaps between an undermount sink and the counter mean the adhesive or clips have failed. Remounting is a repair visit, not a reason for new stone.
Countertop Repair →What the work covers
- Diagnosis on siteWe look at the material, the damage and the cabinets under it before recommending a fix.
- Chip and crack repairColor-matched resin fills for chips, cracks and pits, shaped and polished flush.
- Seam repairOld filler ground out, the pieces leveled and the joint refilled.
- Stain removal and sealingOil and water stains drawn out, then a penetrating sealer applied.
- Laminate and cultured marble refinishingSurface prepped, repaired and coated in a new solid or stone-look finish.
- Sink remountingWe lift, reattach and seal sinks that have pulled away from the stone.
- New countertop installationTemplating, fabrication, tear-out and installation of new tops.
Options to choose from
Repair, refinish, restore or replaceRepair fixes damage, refinishing changes the surface, restoration renews stone, replacement changes everything.
QuartzEngineered stone that never needs sealing; chips and scorch marks can often be repaired.
GraniteHard natural stone that takes heat well; it needs resealing over time and can be repolished.
Cultured marble and solid surfaceMolded tops that respond well to repair and refinishing.
MarbleA classic surface that develops patina and can be refinished many times.
Countertop Services before and after — Park Ridge homes
Before
In progress
AfterCountertop Services in a 1960s ranch, Park Ridge
A 1960s ranch in Park Ridge, a typical kitchen for Park Ridge. The kitchen as it was: laminate with an aluminum edge band. The main complaint was worn laminate counters. The result: black honed granite countertops installed on the existing cabinets.
Before
AfterBefore and after: a 1950s ranch in Glenview
A 1950s ranch near The Glen, a typical kitchen for Glenview. Before: light beige laminate. The main complaint was counters that were wearing through. The result: charcoal concrete-look quartz countertops installed on the existing cabinets.
Countertop Services in Glenview →
Before
AfterCountertop Services in a 1960s ranch, Mount Prospect
A 1960s ranch in Mount Prospect, a typical kitchen for Mount Prospect. Before: speckled laminate. What bothered the owners most: laminate that had seen better days. Finished kitchen: creamy quartzite-look quartz countertops installed on the existing cabinets.
Countertop Services in Mount Prospect →
Before
AfterA Park Ridge postwar Cape Cod: before and after
What changed: 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
AfterKitchen Cabinet Painting in a 1960s ranch, Park Ridge
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 →How your countertop project goes
- Send photos or callA few photos of the damage and the material usually tell us where to start.
- Look on siteA visit to measure, test the stone and confirm which fix fits.
- Written estimateA clear written quote for the option you pick, with what is included.
- We do the workThe work is scheduled, done with the area protected and the kitchen cleaned up afterward.
Countertop Services questions from Park Ridge homeowners
How can I update my countertops without replacing them?
Laminate and cultured marble can be refinished with a new coating, and stone can be honed, polished and sealed so it looks fresh again.
What is the difference between an etch and a stain?
An etch is a dull spot where acid damaged the stone surface; a stain is a darker spot where something soaked in. Etches are polished out, stains are drawn out.
My laminate countertop is peeling. Can you fix it?
Peeling edges can be reattached when the board underneath is sound; a swollen core means new counters.
How often should granite or marble be sealed?
There's no single schedule. Put a few drops of water on the busiest spot; if they soak in within minutes, reseal.
Do you repair counters you didn't install?
Yes — who installed the counter doesn't matter. We look at the material and the damage.
Do I need a Park Ridge-registered contractor for countertop project?
Building contractors must register with the City each calendar year ($50 per firm). We take care of that before work starts.
Do I need a permit for countertop project in Park Ridge?
It depends on the scope. Park Ridge's rule in short: Park Ridge publishes permit guidelines by project type; contact the Permit Technicians to confirm whether a kitchen project needs a permit. We handle the permit when one is needed.
Do you work in my part of Park Ridge?
Yes. Our crews work across Park Ridge — ZIP 60068 — and nearby Des Plaines, Glenview, Skokie.
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
Countertop Services nearby
Other kitchen services in Park Ridge
Kitchen RemodelingFull kitchen remodels, from layout to last cabinet pull.
Kitchen Cabinet PaintingFactory-smooth painted cabinets without replacing them.
Cabinet RefacingNew doors and fronts on your existing cabinet boxes.
Countertop Fabrication & InstallationQuartz, granite and butcher block, templated and installed.
Kitchen Backsplash InstallationTile backsplashes with clean lines and flush outlets.