Worried about lead at the kitchen tap
If St. Charles lists your line as lead, a new faucet plus a filter certified for lead reduction is a sensible step for drinking water.
Serving St. Charles & nearby Geneva, West Chicago
Kitchen Faucet Installation in St. Charles, IL
Pull-down, touchless and two-handle kitchen faucets installed leak-free by licensed plumbers in St. Charles.
- Serving St. Charles ZIP 60174, 60175
- Installed level, sealed and tested before we leave
- Clear price for the install before the visit
Kitchen faucet problems we fix in St. Charles
We install kitchen faucets in St. Charles: the old one off, seized shut-off valves replaced when needed, the new faucet mounted to fit your sink holes and every supply connection checked under pressure.
Old two-handle faucet with a side sprayer
If the side sprayer dribbles and the handles drip, it's time for a new faucet. One-handle pull-downs are the usual replacement.
Faucet loose or wobbling on the sink
A faucet that rocks when you use it has a loose mounting nut underneath. We tighten or replace the mounting hardware and reseat the gasket.
Shut-off valves that won't turn
Seized stops are the most common surprise on a faucet job. New quarter-turn valves make the next repair easy.
Leak under the sink at the faucet lines
Water dripping inside the cabinet near the faucet usually comes from the supply connections or a pull-down hose that has cracked. We replace the failed part.
Hole count doesn't match the new faucet
A single-hole faucet on a three-hole sink needs a deck plate. A widespread faucet needs three holes, which we can drill in stone counters.
Faucet leaking from the base
Water pooling around the base of the spout usually means worn O-rings inside the swivel. On an older faucet, replacement is often the better call.
Leaking from the handle
A handle that weeps while you run water has a failed seal under it. We open it up and tell you whether a part solves it.
Included with the install
- Check the sink and suppliesWe look at the hole layout, the valves and the space under the sink before you choose.
- Shut off and removeThe old faucet and side sprayer taken off without damaging the sink.
- Clean the deckThe sink or counter around the holes cleaned so the new base seals.
- Pull-down hose and weightSpray hose routed clear of the drain and disposal, weight set so it retracts.
- Supply connectionsHot and cold lines hooked up to the valves.
- Extra holesDeck plate, soap pump or second faucet for any leftover holes.
- Flush and testWe run hot and cold, test the sprayer and look for drips below.
What to pick before the install
Bridge and two-handle faucetsSeparate hot and cold handles on a bridge or widespread base for traditional kitchens.
Filtered-water and pot-filler tapsExtra taps that use a spare hole or a separate supply line.
Touchless and touch faucetsSensor or tap-to-start faucets that need batteries or an outlet under the sink.
Pull-out faucetsGood under low cabinets or windows where a tall spout won't fit.
FinishesChrome wipes clean easily; matte and brushed finishes hide spots.
What the work looks like in St. Charles homes
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DetailSt. Charles kitchen, 1980s two-story: kitchen faucet installation
A 1980s two-story in St. Charles, a typical kitchen for St. Charles. What we started with: white double sink. The main complaint was a faucet too low to fill a stockpot. After: a new single-handle pull-down faucet with a clean caulk line. Work included shut off and remove, clean the deck, plus extra holes.
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AfterKitchen Faucet Installation in a 1980s two-story, Geneva
A 1980s two-story near Mill Creek, a typical kitchen for Geneva. What we started with: white cast-iron double sink. The main complaint was an old two-handle faucet that dripped into a worn porcelain bowl. After: a new single-handle pull-down faucet with a clean caulk line. The job covered shut off and remove, supply connections, plus extra holes.
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AfterWest Chicago kitchen, 1980s two-story: kitchen faucet installation
The site: a 1980s two-story in West Chicago. What we started with: solid-surface integrated sink. The reason for the call: an old faucet that dripped and was crusted with scale. The result: a new single-handle pull-down faucet with a clean caulk line. On site this meant supply connections, extra holes, plus flush and test.
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AfterBefore and after: a 1990s two-story colonial in St. Charles
Finished: a new island with a prep sink, the drain, vent and water lines relocated from the old wall.
Kitchen Plumbing Relocation in St. Charles →
Before
AfterA St. Charles two-story colonial from the 1990s: before and after
Finished: 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 St. Charles →Install day
- Pick a faucetChoose one yourself or ask us what fits your sink and holes.
- Check the setupWe confirm the hole count, valves and clearances.
- Written estimateAn itemized quote for the install and parts before we start.
- Install and testThe faucet goes in, a licensed plumber connects it and we test every joint.
Kitchen Faucet Installation questions from St. Charles homeowners
My new faucet doesn't fit my sink holes. What now?
We cover leftover holes or use them for a soap dispenser or filter tap, and drill stone when needed.
Can you add a filtered-water faucet?
We install filtered-water faucets alongside the main one, connected to an under-sink filter.
Why is my faucet leaking from the base?
Worn spout seals. We tell you if a repair kit fixes it or if a new faucet is the better buy.
Repair or replace a dripping faucet?
We look at the brand, age and condition and tell you which costs less over time.
Are touchless faucets worth it?
Many owners like them. Expect to change batteries or use a plug-in adapter, and know there's a manual mode too.
Do I need a St. Charles-registered contractor for faucet installation?
No registration fee; contractor requirements (general contractor certificate of insurance, with City as certificate holder) must be submitted before a permit is issued. We take care of that before work starts.
St. Charles plumbing code: who can do the plumbing for faucet installation?
Plumbing contractors must hold an Illinois 055 license; provide copy of photo ID license. Our plumbing connections are made by licensed plumbers.
Does faucet installation need a St. Charles building permit, and who files it?
Permits go through Building Division, Community Development, 2 E. Main St., phone (630) 377-4406. When your scope needs one, we prepare the application and schedule the inspections.
What is St. Charles doing about lead water lines?
The City is inventorying water service lines under the Illinois Lead Service Line Replacement & Notification Act and finalizing a long-term lead line replacement plan. A filter certified for lead reduction is a sensible step until your line is confirmed or replaced.
Do I need a permit for faucet installation in St. Charles?
It depends on the scope. St. Charles's rule in short: Permits required for construction, alteration, repair or demolition of any structure; major residential projects including remodels require 5 sets of drawings. We handle the permit when one is needed with Building Division, Community Development, 2 E. Main St..
Do you work in my part of St. Charles?
Yes. Our crews work across St. Charles — ZIP 60174, 60175 — and nearby Geneva, West Chicago, Batavia.
Working in St. Charles
- A lot of St. Charles kitchens date from the 2000s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Most St. Charles homes are single-family. We protect floors and driveways and leave the site clean every day.
- Live in a historic district? Interior kitchen work is usually not reviewed. We check before anything touches the exterior.
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Other kitchen services in St. Charles
Kitchen Sink Installation & ReplacementNew sinks, undermount and farmhouse styles.
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.
Kitchen RemodelingFull kitchen remodels, from layout to last cabinet pull.
Kitchen Cabinet PaintingFactory-smooth painted cabinets without replacing them.