Original laminate from the 1970s
Rolled-edge laminate from the 1970s comes off in an hour; new stone and a tile backsplash go in after.
Serving Wheaton & nearby Glen Ellyn, Winfield
Countertop Installation in Wheaton, IL
New countertops in Wheaton: talk to a fabricator about slabs, templating and install dates.
- Crews working in Wheaton ZIP 60189, 60187
- Most jobs done in days, with your kitchen still usable
- Samples and a written quote before we start
Countertop problems we fix in Wheaton
Countertop replacement in Wheaton starts with a template and ends with a sink that is ready to use. We handle tear-out, templating, fabrication and installation, and plan seams where you will barely see them.
Tile counters with dirty grout
Grout lines that never come clean and chipped tile edges are typical complaints. A solid slab is easier to clean and to work on.
Cracked or chipped stone
Some cracks and chips can be repaired; when they run through the slab or sit by the sink, new tops are the lasting fix.
Speckled builder granite
Busy speckled granite from the 2000s dates the kitchen. A calm quartz or a veined slab refreshes the look without new cabinets.
Counters that stain easily
If spills soak in, the surface needs sealing or a change. Quartz doesn't need sealing at all.
Not enough counter space
We can extend a run, add a peninsula or enlarge the island top with an overhang for seating, supported properly underneath.
Stained or burned laminate
Swollen laminate around the sink and scorch marks by the stove — it is time for a surface that stands up to daily use.
Undermount sink coming loose
A loose undermount sink is a leak waiting to happen. New counters come with the sink properly mounted and sealed.
What the work covers
- Material selectionWe guide you through materials, colors and finishes and reserve your slab.
- Digital templatingPrecise templates of the installed cabinets, walls and appliances.
- FabricationCutting, edge profile, sink and cooktop cut-outs and faucet holes.
- Installation and seamsCounters installed and leveled, seams leveled and filled to match.
- Undermount sink mountingUndermount sink attached and sealed, ready for faucet and drain hookup.
- Backsplash optionsShort stone splash, full slab or a tile backsplash afterward.
- Bathroom vanity topsVanity tops cut from the same slab or remnants.
Options to choose from
Solid surfaceA repairable, seamless option with built-in sinks.
GraniteNatural stone with strong heat resistance. Each slab is unique; seal it periodically.
LaminateBudget-friendly tops in stone and wood looks.
QuartziteMarble-like veining with more hardness than marble. Ask for a true quartzite.
Butcher blockWood tops add warmth and can be refinished; keep them oiled.
Kitchens like yours in Wheaton: before and after
Before
After
DetailBefore and after: a two-story colonial from the 1990s in Wheaton
The site: a two-story colonial from the 1990s in Wheaton. The kitchen as it was: white ceramic tile with dark stained grout lines and white double sink. The reason for the call: tile counters with grout that never looked clean. Finished kitchen: charcoal concrete-look quartz countertops with a tight seam, an undermount sink and a new faucet. Work included material selection, digital templating, plus backsplash options.
Before
AfterCountertop Installation in a 1960s ranch, Glen Ellyn
A 1960s ranch in Glen Ellyn, a typical kitchen for Glen Ellyn. What we started with: speckled laminate and stainless double sink. What bothered the owners most: worn laminate counters. The result: white quartz countertops with a tight seam, an undermount sink and a new faucet. The job covered fabrication, backsplash options, plus bathroom vanity tops.
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Before
AfterBefore and after: a two-story colonial from the 1990s in Winfield
The site: a two-story colonial from the 1990s in Winfield. The kitchen as it was: white Corian-style solid surface with a yellowed seam and solid-surface integrated sink. The reason for the call: counters that looked dated. Finished kitchen: dark soapstone-look quartz countertops with a tight seam, an undermount sink and a new faucet. On site this meant fabrication, undermount sink mounting, plus backsplash options.
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Before
AfterA Wheaton two-story colonial from the 1990s: before and after
What changed: a gray beveled subway tile backsplash with clean edges and outlets set flush.
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Before
AfterWheaton kitchen, two-story colonial from the 1990s: kitchen remodeling
What changed: cabinets in muted aubergine with matte black pulls, dark soapstone-look quartz counters, a terracotta-look square tile backsplash, hickory luxury vinyl plank flooring and two glass pendants and recessed lights.
Kitchen Remodeling in Wheaton →How your countertop installation 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.
- InstallationOld tops out, new tops in, seams joined and sink mounted — usually in a day.
- HookupFaucet, drain and disposal are reconnected once the sealant cures.
Countertop Installation questions from Wheaton homeowners
Quartz or granite — which is better?
Quartz is easier to care for; granite takes heat better and every slab is different. We help you compare.
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.
What's the downside of quartz countertops?
Heat sensitivity and visible seams on long runs. It also isn't meant for outdoor sun.
Do you install backsplashes too?
We can do a matching stone backsplash or tile once the counters are set.
What does countertop installation include?
Measuring, cutting, edge profile, cut-outs, tear-out, setting the tops and mounting the sink. We'll list it all in the estimate.
Wheaton contractor registration: do kitchen contractors need it?
Yes: contractors register online with the City; $75 fee, renewed annually. We take care of that before work starts.
What is the Wheaton building department phone number?
Permits go through Building & Code Enforcement Department, phone 630-260-2050. When your scope needs one, we prepare the application and schedule the inspections.
Do you work in my part of Wheaton?
Yes. Our crews work across Wheaton, including Downtown Wheaton, Wheaton Center, Danada Square area — ZIP 60189, 60187 — and nearby Glen Ellyn, Winfield, Glendale Heights.
Working in Wheaton
- A lot of Wheaton kitchens date from the 1970s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Most Wheaton homes are single-family. We protect floors and driveways and leave the site clean every day.
- Older paint is treated with lead-safe practices: containment, HEPA cleanup and a clean hand-over.
Downtown WheatonWheaton CenterDanada Square area
ZIP 60189ZIP 60187
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Other kitchen services in Wheaton
Countertop RepairChips, cracks, seams and burns fixed without replacing the top.
Kitchen Backsplash InstallationTile backsplashes with clean lines and flush outlets.
Kitchen Sink Installation & ReplacementNew sinks, undermount and farmhouse styles.
Kitchen RemodelingFull kitchen remodels, from layout to last cabinet pull.
Kitchen Cabinet PaintingFactory-smooth painted cabinets without replacing them.