Old floor tile that may contain asbestos
Before taking up vintage vinyl tile, we test it. If asbestos is found, it is abated by licensed specialists or encapsulated under the new floor.
Serving Wheaton & nearby Glen Ellyn, Winfield
Kitchen Flooring Installation in Wheaton, IL
Luxury vinyl plank, porcelain tile or hardwood laid flat and finished at every doorway in Wheaton kitchens.
- 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
Kitchen floor problems we fix in Wheaton
A kitchen floor takes water, dropped pans and constant traffic. In Wheaton we remove the old flooring, fix and flatten the subfloor, then install luxury vinyl plank, porcelain tile or hardwood and finish the transitions into the rooms next door.
Dishwasher trapped by the floor
When a thick floor goes in around a dishwasher, the appliance can get stuck under the counter. We plan the height so it can still come out.
Cracked floor tile
Broken tile and crumbling grout often come from a floor that flexes. New tile goes over a stiffened, flat base.
Several layers of old flooring
Layer on layer makes the kitchen higher than the hall. Removing the old ones keeps the new floor level with the next room.
Cracked or curling sheet vinyl
Torn vinyl and lifting seams collect dirt and let water under. We remove it and lay a floor made for kitchens.
Soft or bouncy spots
A spongy area by the sink or dishwasher often means water got into the subfloor. We cut out the damaged section and replace it before the new floor goes in.
Floor stops at the cabinets — or runs under them
Whether flooring goes under cabinets depends on the material and whether new cabinets are coming. We'll recommend one or the other.
Cold, hard tile underfoot
We can install radiant floor heat under new tile, or recommend LVP or wood for a softer, warmer feel.
What we do on the job
- Material choice and samplesHelp choosing between LVP, porcelain, ceramic, hardwood and laminate for how you use the kitchen.
- Moving appliancesWe move the appliances out of the way and set them back when the floor is done.
- Old flooring removalTear-out down to a sound base, with the debris removed.
- Subfloor repair and flatteningWe fix soft spots and squeaks and flatten the subfloor for the new material.
- Grouting and finishingFinal details on the floor surface, including grout or finish.
- Base and toe kick trimTrim reset or replaced along walls and cabinets.
- Appliances back in placeAppliances returned, reconnected and checked for leaks; the room cleaned.
Finishes we offer
Laminate flooringA budget plank floor; newer water-resistant lines suit kitchens better.
Underlayment and membranesFoam or cork underlayment under planks, acoustic underlayment for condos, uncoupling membrane under tile.
Luxury vinyl plank (LVP)Water-resistant, warmer and softer than tile, quick to install; a good fit for busy kitchens with kids and pets.
Wood-look plank tileTile shaped like boards: wood style, tile durability.
Ceramic tileA softer, lower-cost tile than porcelain, fine for kitchen traffic with a proper base.
Kitchen Flooring Installation before and after — Wheaton homes
Before
In progress
After
DetailWheaton kitchen, 1980s two-story: kitchen flooring installation
This one is a 1980s two-story near Danada Square area. Before: 12-inch beige ceramic tile. What bothered the owners most: cold, dated tile with stained grout. Finished kitchen: hickory luxury vinyl plank flooring through the kitchen with clean transitions. On site this meant old flooring removal, subfloor repair and flattening, plus base and toe kick trim.
Before
AfterA Glen Ellyn 1960s ranch: before and after
The site: a 1960s ranch in Glen Ellyn. The kitchen as it was: 9-inch vinyl floor tiles. The main complaint was a dated vinyl tile floor. Finished kitchen: warm oak luxury vinyl plank flooring through the kitchen with clean transitions. Work included material choice and samples, moving appliances, plus grouting and finishing.
Kitchen Flooring Installation in Glen Ellyn →
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AfterBefore and after: a two-story colonial from the 1990s in Winfield
A two-story colonial from the 1990s in Winfield, a typical kitchen for Winfield. The kitchen as it was: oak parquet. The reason for the call: worn parquet that didn't suit a kitchen. Finished kitchen: warm oak luxury vinyl plank flooring through the kitchen with clean transitions. Work included subfloor repair and flattening, grouting and finishing, plus appliances back in place.
Kitchen Flooring Installation in Winfield →
Before
AfterWheaton kitchen, 1980s two-story: hardwood floor repair & refinishing
What changed: the oak floor sanded and refinished with a satin clear finish, grain visible and the water marks gone.
Hardwood Floor Repair & Refinishing in Wheaton →
Before
AfterWheaton kitchen, 1980s two-story: kitchen cabinet installation & replacement
Finished: new cabinets in light greige uppers and muted blue lowers with satin brass pulls, installed level and ready for charcoal concrete-look quartz counters.
Kitchen Cabinet Installation & Replacement in Wheaton →How the job goes
- Choose the floorLook at samples in your kitchen light and pick a material and color.
- Measure and checkWe measure, check the subfloor, look under the old floor and note the doorways.
- Prep the kitchenTear-out and subfloor work so the new floor has a flat base.
- Install and finishFloor installed, trim and transitions set and appliances put back — often a few days for LVP, longer for tile.
Kitchen Flooring Installation questions from Wheaton homeowners
Do I need an underlayment?
Most plank floors need one unless it is attached. Tile goes on backer board or an uncoupling membrane. Condos often have their own requirement.
How long does kitchen flooring installation take?
Plank floors are usually quick; tile and hardwood take more time, and subfloor repairs add a day or so.
Can new flooring go over the old floor?
Over one sound layer of vinyl, plank flooring can work. Over loose, cushioned or multiple layers, it has to come up.
Can you match the floor in the next room?
If the floor is still available or the wood can be woven in, yes. Otherwise we choose a complementary one.
Does hardwood need to acclimate?
Yes. Wood is usually brought in a few days before installation so it adjusts to the home's humidity, following the manufacturer's instructions.
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.
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
Kitchen Flooring Installation nearby
Other kitchen services in Wheaton
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 Cabinet Installation & ReplacementNew cabinets installed, leveled and ready for counters.
Kitchen RemodelingFull kitchen remodels, from layout to last cabinet pull.
Kitchen Cabinet PaintingFactory-smooth painted cabinets without replacing them.