1970s openings sized for old appliances
Appliance openings from the 1970s rarely match current models. We adjust the cabinets around them and keep the rest intact.
Serving Schaumburg & nearby Roselle, Hoffman Estates
Kitchen Cabinet Modification in Schaumburg, IL
We cut, resize and rebuild the cabinets you already have in Schaumburg so a new fridge, range or dishwasher fits and the kitchen works better.
- Installers working in Schaumburg ZIP 60193, 60173, 60194, 60195
- Hookups by licensed trades where the code calls for it
- Old unit hauled away on request
Cabinet changes Schaumburg owners ask us for
We are cabinet carpenters who handle the small structural changes a kitchen needs between remodels. In Schaumburg that usually means making room for a new appliance, adding a microwave shelf or swapping base doors for drawers, without disturbing the rest of the cabinets.
Condo kitchens with tight appliance spaces
In a condo every inch counts. We gain space by trimming fillers and reworking one cabinet instead of rebuilding the run.
New refrigerator is too tall for the opening
A fridge that is just a little too tall is one of the most common calls we get. The fix is in the cabinet over it, not in buying a smaller appliance.
Unfinished or damaged end panels
Exposed cabinet sides that are plain, scuffed or a mismatched color can be covered with new finished panels in the door style.
Uppers that stop short of the ceiling
A gap above the wall cabinets collects dust and wastes storage. We add short stacked cabinets or tall trim so the uppers run to the ceiling.
Panel-ready dishwasher or fridge
Integrated appliances need a custom front cut to exact size. We match the style and finish, then fit it with even gaps.
Switching to a wider range
Upgrading to a bigger range is mostly carpentry: narrowing a neighboring base cabinet, reframing the opening and arranging the counter work.
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.
What we hook up and check
- Protecting the counters and floorCounters, floors and nearby cabinets are covered before we start cutting.
- Removing doors, fillers or a cabinetWe detach the parts that are in the way and keep anything that can be reused.
- 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.
- Hardware and soft-close partsHinges, slides and pulls on changed cabinets are replaced or reset to match the rest.
- Coordinating other tradesIf an outlet, water line or gas line has to move, we schedule a licensed trade around our work.
What to pick before the install
Microwave and spice pull-out insertsReady-made inserts for narrow spaces: tray dividers, spice pull-outs and microwave shelves.
Appliance panels and trim kitsFronts and trim for integrated dishwashers, fridges and microwaves, sized to the maker's template.
Finished end and refrigerator panelsFlat, Shaker or raised panels sized for fridge surrounds, cabinet ends and island sides.
Moldings and fillersTrim pieces that cover cuts and gaps and tie modified cabinets into the rest.
Matching face frame stockHardwood strips milled to match the existing face frames in width and species.
Kitchen Cabinet Modification before and after — Schaumburg homes
Before
Installed
DetailKitchen Cabinet Modification in a 1990s two-story colonial, Schaumburg
The site: a 1990s two-story colonial near Weathersfield. What we started with: white thermofoil cabinets peeling at the edges, oak trim and white appliances. The reason for the call: an appliance upgrade the old cabinets could not take. Finished kitchen: the opening widened and the upper cabinet raised, a panel added, a new refrigerator fitting flush. Work included raising or shortening uppers, panels, fillers and trim, plus hardware and soft-close parts.
Before
AfterKitchen Cabinet Modification in a two-story colonial from the 1990s, Roselle
The site: a two-story colonial from the 1990s in Roselle. Before: honey-oak cathedral raised-panel cabinets with worn finish near the handles, brass knobs and almond appliances. The main complaint was a new refrigerator that would not fit the old opening. The result: the opening widened and the upper cabinet raised, a panel added, a new refrigerator fitting flush. Work included protecting the counters and floor, drawers and shelves, plus hardware and soft-close parts.
Kitchen Cabinet Modification in Roselle →
Before
AfterHanover Park kitchen, two-story colonial from the 1990s: kitchen cabinet modification
This one is a two-story colonial from the 1990s near Ontarioville. What we started with: golden-oak cabinets with oak soffits above and black appliances. The main complaint was an appliance upgrade the old cabinets could not take. 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, removing doors, fillers or a cabinet, plus coordinating other trades.
Kitchen Cabinet Modification in Hanover Park →
Before
AfterSchaumburg kitchen, 1980s two-story: accessible kitchen remodeling
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 Schaumburg →
Before
AfterKitchen Remodeling in a 1980s two-story, Schaumburg
What changed: cabinets in deep olive with unlacquered brass knobs and cup pulls, charcoal concrete-look quartz counters, a white 3x12 tile in a stacked pattern backsplash, gray wood-look porcelain plank flooring and black cage pendants and slim recessed lights.
Kitchen Remodeling in Schaumburg →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 preparedAnything custom is built ahead so the on-site time stays short.
- 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 Schaumburg homeowners
Can you modify cabinets for a dishwasher?
Yes, including openings for panel-ready models. We coordinate with the plumber and electrician for the connections.
What is the cheapest way to upgrade kitchen cabinets?
Targeted upgrades on cabinets you keep usually cost far less than new ones. We help you choose the changes that matter most.
Can cabinet doors be changed to drawers?
In most base cabinets, yes. The face frame may need new rails to create the drawer openings.
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.
Is a small cabinet job worth calling about?
We take small modification jobs. Several small changes can also be done in the same visit.
Can you do cabinet modification in a Schaumburg condo?
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.
Schaumburg contractor registration: do kitchen contractors need it?
Contractors must register with the Village; out-of-town contractor license $125/year (includes $10 Schaumburg Business Association fee), runs through Dec 31. We take care of that before work starts.
Do you work in my part of Schaumburg?
Yes. Our crews work across Schaumburg, including Weathersfield, International Village, Woodfield area, Olde Schaumburg Centre — ZIP 60193, 60173, 60194, 60195 — and nearby Roselle, Hoffman Estates, Hanover Park.
Working in Schaumburg
- A lot of Schaumburg 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.
- Live in the Olde Schaumburg Centre Overlay District? Interior kitchen work is usually not reviewed. We check before anything touches the exterior.
WeathersfieldInternational VillageWoodfield areaOlde Schaumburg CentreTown Square
ZIP 60193ZIP 60173ZIP 60194ZIP 60195
Kitchen Cabinet Modification nearby
Other kitchen services in Schaumburg
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.