Soffits above the cabinets
Soffits waste the top foot of the wall. We open them up, deal with any duct inside and run cabinets to the ceiling.
Serving Wheaton & nearby Glen Ellyn, Winfield
Kitchen Remodeling in Wheaton, IL
Get your kitchen remodel priced by a contractor who works in Wheaton — and know what to expect before the estimate visit.
- Local crews working in Wheaton ZIP 60189, 60187
- Design, permits and every trade on one schedule
- A written, itemized estimate before any work
Kitchen problems we solve in Wheaton
We remodel Wheaton kitchens from the studs out or keep the layout and replace everything in it — whichever solves your problem. One crew coordinates design, demolition, plumbing, electrical, cabinets and counters, so you have one schedule and one point of contact.
Tile counters and fluorescent box lights
Grout lines that never come clean and a buzzing light box are typical in 1970s kitchens. Stone counters and flush LED lighting change the whole room.
Kitchen cut off from the family room
If the cook can't see the rest of the family, we open the wall or reorient the layout so the kitchen faces the room.
Two people can't cook at once
If one person has to step aside every time the other opens the fridge, the zones are wrong. We separate prep, cooking and cleanup so the kitchen works for two.
Dated look
Orange oak, almond appliances, laminate with rolled edges, a fluorescent light box — we replace the finishes that date the room and keep anything still worth keeping.
The kitchen is dark
A single center light and dark counters make cooking harder than it should be. We add recessed, pendant and under-cabinet lighting with dimmers.
No place to sit
An island or peninsula with a 12–15 inch overhang gives you stools for coffee and homework. We check the clearances so seating doesn't block the walkway.
Cabinets are falling apart
Sagging drawer bottoms, doors that won't close and a swollen sink base are signs the boxes have failed. New cabinets with plywood boxes and soft-close hardware are the real fix.
What's included
- Design and layoutMeasured drawings, 3D views and an appliance plan, so you see the kitchen before anything is ordered.
- Demolition and protectionFloor protection, dust walls and daily cleanup; old cabinets, counters and debris hauled away.
- FlooringLuxury vinyl plank, porcelain tile or hardwood, tied into the rooms around the kitchen.
- Electrical and lightingCircuits for the range, microwave and dishwasher, code-compliant outlets and layered lighting.
- Drywall and paintPatching, new drywall where walls open, and finished paint so the room is ready to use.
- Range hood ventingA hood ducted to the outside, sized for your range, with a proper exterior cap.
- Project managementOne project manager, a written timeline and updates at every phase.
Finishes and options
Quartz countersEngineered stone that never needs sealing and resists stains — the everyday workhorse.
Luxury vinyl plankWaterproof, warm underfoot and forgiving on uneven subfloors — popular in busy kitchens.
Flat-panel (slab) cabinetsSeamless doors in wood veneer or matte laminate for a modern, minimal look.
Granite and quartziteNatural stone slabs you choose in person; heat resistant, sealed once a year or so.
Hardwood flooringRuns continuously from kitchen to living areas; can be sanded and refinished later.
Kitchens like yours in Wheaton: before and after
Before
AfterKitchen Remodeling in a 1990s two-story colonial, Wheaton
The site: a 1990s two-story colonial near Downtown Wheaton. The kitchen as it was: white thermofoil cabinets peeling at the edges, oak trim, white ceramic tile with dark stained grout lines, oak parquet and a brass chandelier over the nook. The main complaint was cabinets that were falling apart. The result: 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. Work included flooring, drywall and paint, plus range hood venting.
Before
AfterA Glen Ellyn postwar bi-level: before and after
A postwar bi-level in Glen Ellyn, a typical kitchen for Glen Ellyn. The kitchen as it was: 1970s dark pecan-stained cabinets, light beige laminate, vinyl in a checker pattern and a dome ceiling light. The main complaint was a dated kitchen with worn surfaces everywhere. Finished kitchen: cabinets in light butter yellow with polished nickel pulls, black honed granite counters, a gray beveled subway tile backsplash, light oak hardwood flooring and two glass pendants and recessed lights. On site this meant demolition and protection, drywall and paint, plus project management.
Kitchen Remodeling in Glen Ellyn →
Before
AfterBefore and after: a two-story colonial from the 1990s in Winfield
The site: a two-story colonial from the 1990s in Winfield. Before: golden-oak cabinets with oak soffits above, white Corian-style solid surface with a yellowed seam, 12-inch beige ceramic tile and two hanging glass pendants. The main complaint was a kitchen that looked and worked like it was decades old. Finished kitchen: cabinets in light butter yellow with satin brass pulls, charcoal concrete-look quartz counters, a terracotta-look square tile backsplash, gray wood-look porcelain plank flooring and two glass pendants and recessed lights. On site this meant design and layout, drywall and paint, plus range hood venting.
Kitchen Remodeling in Winfield →
Before
AfterKitchen Design & Layout Planning in a 1980s two-story, Wheaton
A new layout with an island, cabinets in light warm taupe, warm walnut butcher block counters and recessed lights and under-cabinet LED strips.
Kitchen Design & Layout Planning in Wheaton →
Before
AfterWheaton kitchen, 1980s two-story: kitchen cabinet installation & replacement
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 →From first visit to final walk-through
- In-home consultationWe measure the room, look at the walls, wiring and plumbing and listen to what isn't working.
- Design and written estimateLayout drawings, material choices and a line-item estimate you can compare.
- Ordering and permitsWe place cabinet and counter orders and submit permit drawings while you wait for delivery.
- ConstructionTear-out, rough-ins, inspections, cabinet install, counter templating, tile and fixtures.
- Final walk-throughPunch-list fixes, final cleaning and a walk-through before we call the job done.
Kitchen Remodeling questions from Wheaton homeowners
My home was built before 1978. Is lead paint an issue?
It can be, so we work lead-safe on older homes: containment, no dry sanding and HEPA cleanup.
Is it worth keeping my 1970s layout?
If it works for you, yes. Keeping the plumbing and gas in place leaves more budget for what you see.
What does a kitchen remodel cost?
It depends mostly on the cabinet line, whether plumbing or walls move, and the counters you choose. We give a written, itemized estimate after the visit.
Do you also remodel bathrooms and basements?
Kitchens are our specialty; we can discuss adjoining rooms during the estimate.
Can I keep my appliances?
Usually yes. We build the openings around them; if you plan to upgrade later, we can size openings for the new models now.
What does Wheaton ask for on electrical work?
Electrical contractors must submit a copy of their electrical license to register. New circuits and wiring are done by licensed electricians.
Do I need a Wheaton-registered contractor for kitchen remodel?
Yes: contractors register online with the City; $75 fee, renewed annually. We take care of that before work starts.
Does Wheaton require a licensed plumber for kitchen remodel?
Plumbing contractors must submit State Plumbing Contractor Registration (055) and State Plumbing license (058). Our plumbing connections are made by licensed plumbers.
Does kitchen remodel need a Wheaton building permit, and who files it?
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
Kitchen Design & Layout PlanningLayouts, 3D plans and material picks before work starts.
Kitchen Cabinet Installation & ReplacementNew cabinets installed, leveled and ready for counters.
Countertop Fabrication & InstallationQuartz, granite and butcher block, templated and installed.
Kitchen Backsplash InstallationTile backsplashes with clean lines and flush outlets.
Kitchen Cabinet PaintingFactory-smooth painted cabinets without replacing them.