Lead-safe work on older paint
With so many older homes, lead-safe practices are routine for us when we disturb old paint on walls, trim or cabinets.
Serving Skokie & nearby Evanston, Park Ridge
Kitchen Projects in Skokie, IL
Everything for the Skokie kitchen in one place: from a new faucet to a full remodel, with an in-home estimate first.
- Local crews working in Skokie ZIP 60076, 60077, 60203
- Remodels, cabinets, counters, plumbing, appliances and repairs
- In-home estimate and a written quote before any work
Working in Skokie
- A lot of Skokie kitchens date from the 1950s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Most Skokie homes are single-family. We protect floors and driveways and leave the site clean every day.
- We know how Community Development Department - Building & Inspection Services Division handles kitchen permits and pull them for you.
ZIP 60076ZIP 60077ZIP 60203
Nearby towns
What Skokie kitchens usually need
Opening up closed kitchens
A wall between kitchen and living space is a common request here; whether it can go depends on what it carries, which we check first.
Small jobs as well as remodels
We take the small jobs too: a leaking sink, a broken drawer, a new dishwasher or a range hood that stopped venting.
Protecting single-family homes during work
In single-family homes we stage materials in the garage or driveway, protect the path to the kitchen and clean up every evening.
Kitchen services in Skokie
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 Skokie homes
Before
AfterA Skokie postwar bi-level: before and after
This one is a postwar bi-level in Skokie. Before: speckled laminate. The main complaint was a laminate backsplash that dated the kitchen. The result: a white 3x12 tile in a stacked pattern backsplash with clean edges and outlets set flush.
Kitchen Backsplash Installation in Skokie →
Before
AfterSkokie kitchen, 1960s ranch: countertop installation
A 1960s ranch in Skokie, a typical kitchen for Skokie. Before: laminate with an aluminum edge band and stainless double sink. The main complaint was laminate that had seen better days. The result: black honed granite countertops with a tight seam, an undermount sink and a new faucet.
Countertop Installation in Skokie →
Before
AfterBefore and after: a postwar Cape Cod in Skokie
The site: a postwar Cape Cod in Skokie. Before: dark walnut-stained flush-panel cabinets with brass pulls and speckled laminate. The reason for the call: too little counter space and nowhere to sit. The result: a new island in dusty blue with a creamy quartzite-look quartz top and seating.
Kitchen Island & Peninsula Installation in Skokie →Questions from Skokie homeowners
Which parts of Skokie do you cover?
All of Skokie — ZIP 60076, 60077, 60203 — and the towns next door: Evanston, Park Ridge, Glenview.
Do kitchen projects in Skokie need a permit?
Often, depending on the scope. In short: Electrical work and plumbing or electrical system changes need a permit. We tell you at the estimate and file the permit when one is needed with the Community Development Department - Building & Inspection Services Division.
How do I contact the Skokie building department?
Kitchen permits in Skokie go through the Community Development Department - Building & Inspection Services Division, phone (847) 933-8223. Applications can be filed online through the village portal. On our jobs we handle the application and book the inspections, so you rarely need to call yourself.
Skokie contractor registration: what is required?
Many contractors must be registered and insured with the Village each year; permits are not issued unless all listed contractors are registered and insured. We take care of it before work starts.
What is Skokie doing about lead service lines?
Village runs a lead service line replacement program (covers the public side to the b-box), keeps an interactive service-line material map, and submitted a Draft Lead Service Line Replacement Plan in 2026. Latest tap tests under 5 ppb. If yours is unconfirmed, a filter certified for lead reduction at the kitchen sink is a sensible step.
How do I get rid of an old appliance or cabinets in Skokie?
One large item or two small items at the curb weekly on regular refuse day, no appointment, out by 7 a.m. and no more than 24 hours ahead. On our jobs we haul old units and debris away, so you don't have to.
Who inspects restaurant hoods in Skokie?
Fire Prevention Bureau, 847-982-5340 (plan review meetings). We schedule hood inspections and have the paperwork ready.
Is Skokie water hard?
Skokie's water source: Treated Lake Michigan water purchased from the City of Evanston. It matters for filters, faucets, dishwashers and ice makers, and we plan fittings around it.
Can you update my Skokie kitchen without a full remodel?
Yes. Painting or refacing cabinets, new countertops, a backsplash or new lighting change a kitchen a lot without moving walls or plumbing.
What should I expect when remodeling a Skokie kitchen?
A lot of Skokie homes date from the 1950s. We know these layouts well: which walls carry load, where the old plumbing runs and what is worth keeping.
What can you do for my Skokie kitchen?
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.
Can you help with the design?
Yes. Layout, storage, materials and lighting are planned with you first, and you see the plan before anything is ordered.