Original laminate from the 1970s
Original 1970s laminate with a rolled backsplash is the most common replacement we do — quartz or granite and a tile backsplash above.
Serving Schaumburg & nearby Roselle, Hoffman Estates
Countertop Installation in Schaumburg, IL
New countertops in Schaumburg: talk to a fabricator about slabs, templating and install dates.
- Serving Schaumburg ZIP 60193, 60173, 60194, 60195
- A new look without tearing the kitchen out
- Clean, protected work area every day
Countertop problems we fix in Schaumburg
We install quartz, granite, quartzite and butcher block countertops in Schaumburg: old tops removed, cabinets checked for level, templates made, and new counters set with the sink mounted and ready for hookup.
Getting slabs into the building
In condo buildings we plan elevator size, stairways and loading docks before fabrication and cut the tops to fit.
Cracked or chipped stone
A small chip can be filled; a crack through the slab or around the sink usually means replacement.
Not enough counter space
A bigger island top or a new peninsula adds workspace; we add support brackets where the overhang needs it.
Counters that stain easily
If coffee rings and oil spots soak in, we talk through low-maintenance surfaces like quartz.
Speckled builder granite
Swapping dated granite for quartz or quartzite modernizes the kitchen and keeps the existing cabinets.
Tile counters with dirty grout
Grout that stays dark no matter how you scrub is the top reason people replace tile counters. One solid slab ends it.
Seams that show or separate
A seam you can feel or see from across the room is a fabrication issue. We place seams away from sight lines and the sink.
What we do on the job
- Material selectionWe guide you through materials, colors and finishes and reserve your slab.
- Old countertop removalWe remove laminate, tile or stone and haul it away.
- Cabinet check and levelingBase cabinets are checked for level and support before the template.
- Digital templatingPrecise templates of the installed cabinets, walls and appliances.
- FabricationSlabs cut to template with your chosen edge and all cut-outs done in the shop.
- Installation and seamsCounters installed and leveled, seams leveled and filled to match.
- Backsplash optionsA matching 4-inch stone splash or a full-height slab backsplash.
Options to choose from
Solid surfaceSeamless acrylic surfaces with integrated sinks; scratches can be sanded out.
Porcelain slabsThin, very hard and heat-proof surfaces with marble or concrete looks.
Butcher blockWarm wood surface, often for islands. Oil it regularly; sand out scratches.
QuartzEngineered stone: consistent color, no sealing, very stain resistant. Use trivets for hot pans.
MarbleSoft, elegant and prone to etching; many choose it for a baking area or island.
Countertop Installation before and after — Schaumburg homes
Before
After
DetailSchaumburg kitchen, 1990s two-story colonial: countertop installation
This one is a 1990s two-story colonial near Olde Schaumburg Centre. Before: white Corian-style solid surface with a yellowed seam and solid-surface integrated sink. The main complaint was counters that looked dated. After: dark soapstone-look quartz countertops with a tight seam, an undermount sink and a new faucet. Work included cabinet check and leveling, fabrication, plus backsplash options.
Before
AfterA Roselle raised ranch: before and after
The site: a raised ranch in Roselle. What we started with: harvest-gold laminate and stainless double sink. The main complaint was laminate that had seen better days. Finished kitchen: bright white quartz countertops with a tight seam, an undermount sink and a new faucet. Work included cabinet check and leveling, fabrication, plus installation and seams.
Countertop Installation in Roselle →Before
AfterA Hoffman Estates 1970s tract home: before and after
This one is a 1970s tract home in Hoffman Estates. The kitchen as it was: harvest-gold laminate and stainless double sink. The reason for the call: laminate that had seen better days. Finished kitchen: white quartz with soft gray veining countertops with a tight seam, an undermount sink and a new faucet. Work included material selection, fabrication, plus installation and seams.
Countertop Installation in Hoffman Estates →
Before
AfterKitchen Backsplash Installation in a two-story colonial from the 1990s, Schaumburg
A terracotta-look square tile backsplash with clean edges and outlets set flush.
Kitchen Backsplash Installation in Schaumburg →
Before
AfterSchaumburg kitchen, two-story colonial from the 1990s: kitchen remodeling
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 →How the job goes
- Choose your materialPick a color and finish; for natural stone, choose your exact slab.
- TemplateA precise template of your cabinets, walls, sink and cooktop.
- FabricationSlabs are cut, edged and drilled for sink, faucet and cooktop.
- InstallationInstallation day: tear-out, set, seam, mount the sink and clean up.
- HookupPlumbing goes back on after the sink adhesive sets.
Countertop Installation questions from Schaumburg homeowners
Can you install in a high-rise?
Yes. We check the elevator and building rules first and size the pieces to fit.
Can you reuse my existing sink?
If it is in good condition and fits the new cut-out, yes. Many people switch to undermount at the same time.
Do you install backsplashes too?
We can do a matching stone backsplash or tile once the counters are set.
What does countertop installation include?
Everything from template to the final wipe-down: tear-out, fabrication, install, seams and sink mounting.
Do you install laminate and solid surface too?
Yes — laminate and solid surface are good options for rentals, basements and tighter budgets.
Which Schaumburg homes do you most often see for countertop installation?
In Schaumburg we see 1950s-60s suburban subdivisions and 1960s multifamily. Each comes with its own walls, wiring and plumbing, and we plan the job around them.
Does countertop installation need a Schaumburg building permit, and who files it?
Permits go through Community Development Department, Permitting Division (Permit Services), phone (847) 923-4420. When your scope needs one, we prepare the application and schedule the inspections.
Do I need a Schaumburg-registered contractor for countertop installation?
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.
Can you do countertop installation 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.
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
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Kitchen Backsplash InstallationTile backsplashes with clean lines and flush outlets.
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Kitchen RemodelingFull kitchen remodels, from layout to last cabinet pull.
Kitchen Cabinet PaintingFactory-smooth painted cabinets without replacing them.