1950s stainless double sink
Many 1950s kitchens still have the original drop-in double sink. We swap it for a deeper bowl and new strainers.
Serving Villa Park & nearby Elmhurst, Lombard
Kitchen Sink Installation & Replacement in Villa Park, IL
Undermount, drop-in and farmhouse sinks set, sealed and connected by licensed plumbers in Villa Park.
- Installers working in Villa Park ZIP 60181
- Hookups by licensed trades where the code calls for it
- Old unit hauled away on request
Kitchen sink problems we fix in Villa Park
A new kitchen sink is part fit, part plumbing. In Villa Park we check the counter cutout and the cabinet below, mount the bowl so it stays put, and our licensed plumbers reconnect the drain, disposal, dishwasher and faucet.
Chipped or stained porcelain sink
When the finish on a cast-iron or porcelain sink is worn through, it won't come back. A new bowl is quicker than chasing repairs.
Double bowl too small for big pans
Many owners trade a divided sink for one wide basin. We reconfigure the drain for the single outlet and reconnect the disposal.
Strainer or drain leaking
Drips below the drain opening come from a worn basket strainer seal. New strainers bedded in putty or a gasket are part of every sink we set.
Faucet holes don't match the new faucet
If you want a single-handle faucet on a three-hole sink, a deck plate covers the gaps. With undermount sinks the holes are drilled in the counter instead.
Sink that drains slowly after replacement
A sink that drains poorly after a DIY swap usually has a trap set too high or a tailpiece forced at an angle. We rebuild the drain.
Drop-in rim that traps grime
A drop-in rim and its yellowing caulk are hard to keep clean. If the counter is stone or quartz, an undermount sink can often replace it.
Old drain parts that won't line up
A new sink often puts the drain in a different spot or depth. We rebuild the trap and tailpieces in new PVC so everything lines up without strain.
What we hook up and check
- Measure the cutout and cabinetA check of the cutout, cabinet width and plumbing so the new sink fits.
- Shut off and disconnectWater shut off, faucet, disposal and dishwasher lines disconnected.
- Remove the old sinkThe old sink taken out without damaging the counter edge.
- Prepare the openingThe counter opening cleaned and adjusted for the new bowl.
- Set and seal the sinkUndermount sinks clipped and bonded; drop-ins bedded in sealant and clamped.
- Faucet and accessoriesYour old faucet reused or a new one mounted on the sink or counter.
- Disposal and dishwasher hookupDisposal remounted to the new flange and dishwasher drain reconnected.
What to pick before the install
FireclayGlazed ceramic fired at high heat, common for farmhouse sinks; heavy and glossy.
Stainless steelEasy-care steel; a lower gauge number means thicker metal.
Drop-in (top-mount)The simplest swap, as long as the new rim covers the old cutout.
Workstation sinksSinks with built-in rails that hold accessories over the basin.
Farmhouse (apron-front)Apron sinks sit forward of the cabinets and need support built in.
What the work looks like in Villa Park homes
Before
Installed
DetailKitchen Sink Installation & Replacement in a 1990s two-story colonial, Villa Park
This one is a 1990s two-story colonial in Villa Park. What we started with: white cast-iron double sink. The reason for the call: a chipped porcelain sink with stains that wouldn't scrub out. Finished kitchen: a new undermount stainless single-bowl sink with a pull-down faucet. Work included prepare the opening, set and seal the sink, plus disposal and dishwasher hookup.
Before
AfterKitchen Sink Installation & Replacement in a 1980s two-story, Elmhurst
The site: a 1980s two-story in Elmhurst. What we started with: solid-surface integrated sink. The reason for the call: a stained solid-surface bowl. After: a new undermount stainless single-bowl sink with a pull-down faucet. On site this meant measure the cutout and cabinet, set and seal the sink, plus disposal and dishwasher hookup.
Kitchen Sink Installation & Replacement in Elmhurst →
Before
AfterKitchen Sink Installation & Replacement in a two-story colonial from the 1990s, Oak Brook
The site: a two-story colonial from the 1990s in Oak Brook. What we started with: white double sink. What bothered the owners most: two small bowls where big pots never fit. After: a new undermount stainless single-bowl sink with a pull-down faucet. The job covered remove the old sink, prepare the opening, plus disposal and dishwasher hookup.
Kitchen Sink Installation & Replacement in Oak Brook →
Before
AfterA Villa Park postwar Cape Cod: before and after
Cabinets in light gray uppers and dusty rose lowers with unlacquered brass knobs and cup pulls, light marble-look quartz counters, a gray beveled subway tile backsplash, large-format light stone-look porcelain tile flooring and two glass pendants and recessed lights.
Kitchen Remodeling in Villa Park →
Before
AfterVilla Park kitchen, 1960s ranch: kitchen cabinet painting
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 Villa Park →From the old unit to the new one
- Pick the sinkSend the model you like or let us suggest a few that fit.
- Measure and planWe check the cutout, the cabinet and the drain, and plan any cabinet changes.
- Written estimateYou get an itemized estimate for removal, installation and plumbing.
- Install and connectThe old sink comes out, the new one is set and a licensed plumber makes the connections.
- Cure and testAfter the bond sets, the sink is tested in full use.
Kitchen Sink Installation & Replacement questions from Villa Park homeowners
Will Lake Michigan water mark my new sink?
Treated lake water still carries some minerals, so water spots show on dark composite and stainless. Wiping the bowl dry keeps it looking new.
How long does a sink replacement take?
Usually one visit for a drop-in, sometimes a return visit for an undermount after the bond cures.
Undermount or drop-in: which is better?
It depends on the counter. Stone and quartz suit undermount; laminate usually calls for a drop-in.
What does a farmhouse sink need?
A cabinet built or modified for the apron, solid support under the bowl and usually a new countertop cutout.
Do you need a plumber to install a kitchen sink?
In Illinois, plumbing connections are work for plumbers licensed by the Illinois Department of Public Health. Our licensed plumbers make the drain and supply connections.
Does Villa Park have lead service lines?
Village has developed a service line material inventory, available at invillapark.com/1142. Counts not verified. A filter certified for lead reduction is a sensible step until your line is confirmed or replaced.
Do I need a Villa Park-registered contractor for sink replacement?
No general contractor registration described. Homeowners acting as own general contractor submit a form and homeowner's insurance copy. We take care of that before work starts.
Villa Park plumbing code: who can do the plumbing for sink replacement?
Plumbing must be done by Illinois state-licensed plumbers; plumber submits a Letter of Intent and valid State License with the permit application. Our plumbing connections are made by licensed plumbers.
Villa Park water: how does it affect sink replacement?
Villa Park's water source: Purchased Lake Michigan surface water from City of Chicago (via DuPage Water Commission); reported hardness is Lake Michigan water via DuPage Water Commission; regional hardness about 8 grains per gallon (137 mg/L as CaCO3). We plan fittings and filters around it.
What is the Villa Park building department phone number?
Permits go through Permitting Division, Community & Economic Development, phone 630-433-4300. When your scope needs one, we prepare the application and schedule the inspections.
Do I need a permit for sink replacement in Villa Park?
It depends on the scope. Villa Park's rule in short: Permit required for adding, replacing or relocating plumbing fixtures, electrical or HVAC systems, and for moving or building walls. We handle the permit when one is needed with Permitting Division, Community & Economic Development.
Do you work in my part of Villa Park?
Yes. Our crews work across Villa Park — ZIP 60181 — and nearby Elmhurst, Lombard, Addison.
Working in Villa Park
- A lot of Villa Park kitchens date from the 1950s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Most Villa Park homes are single-family. We protect floors and driveways and leave the site clean every day.
- We know how Permitting Division, Community & Economic Development handles kitchen permits and pull them for you.
ZIP 60181
Kitchen Sink Installation & Replacement nearby
Other kitchen services in Villa Park
Kitchen Faucet InstallationFaucet swaps and new pull-down faucets.
Kitchen Sink Leak & Drain RepairLeaking traps, strainers and drain pipes under the sink, fixed.
Appliance Water Line InstallationFridge, ice maker and pot filler lines with a real shut-off valve.
Kitchen RemodelingFull kitchen remodels, from layout to last cabinet pull.
Kitchen Cabinet PaintingFactory-smooth painted cabinets without replacing them.