1970s stainless double sink
The thin stainless double sink from the 1970s dents and drums. A heavier-gauge single or low-divide bowl is a common replacement.
Serving Wheaton & nearby Glen Ellyn, Winfield
Kitchen Sink Installation & Replacement in Wheaton, IL
Undermount, drop-in and farmhouse sinks set, sealed and connected by licensed plumbers in Wheaton.
- Installers working in Wheaton ZIP 60189, 60187
- Hookups by licensed trades where the code calls for it
- Old unit hauled away on request
Kitchen sink problems we fix in Wheaton
Swapping a sink looks simple until the new bowl doesn't match the cutout or the drain lands in the wrong spot. Our Wheaton crew measures first, then sets the sink and has a licensed plumber hook up the drain and supplies.
New sink doesn't match the counter cutout
A stone cutout can be enlarged by a fabricator but never made smaller. We measure the opening first so the new sink fits it.
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.
Sink installed with the counter replacement
When counters are replaced, the sink is set to the new tops and our licensed plumber reconnects the drain, faucet and 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.
Drop-in rim that traps grime
Grime along the rim of a drop-in sink is a common complaint. Undermount is cleaner, but it needs a solid-surface or stone counter with a finished cutout edge.
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.
Dated sink in an otherwise good kitchen
A worn sink in a kitchen you otherwise like is one of the easier updates. We swap the bowl and the faucet without touching the cabinets.
Included with the install
- Measure the cutout and cabinetA check of the cutout, cabinet width and plumbing so the new sink fits.
- Remove the old sinkOld sealant cut, clips released and the old bowl lifted out.
- Prepare the openingThe counter opening cleaned and adjusted for the new bowl.
- Set and seal the sinkThe bowl mounted level and sealed to the counter.
- New strainers and drainDrain rebuilt to suit the new bowl and outlet position.
- Faucet and accessoriesYour old faucet reused or a new one mounted on the sink or counter.
- Leak check and cleanupWe test the whole setup under use and clean up the cabinet.
Models, parts and fittings
UndermountHung under the countertop; needs a finished cutout edge and a strong counter.
Stainless steelThe most common kitchen sink: durable, light and quiet when it has sound padding.
Workstation sinksBowls with a ledge for cutting boards, colanders and drying racks.
Granite compositeA dense, matte sink made of stone particles and resin that hides water spots.
FireclayGlazed ceramic fired at high heat, common for farmhouse sinks; heavy and glossy.
Before and after: kitchens near Wheaton
Before
Installed
DetailKitchen Sink Installation & Replacement in a two-story colonial from the 1990s, Wheaton
A two-story colonial from the 1990s near Danada Square area, a typical kitchen for Wheaton. Before: white cast-iron double sink. What bothered the owners most: a chipped porcelain sink with stains that wouldn't scrub out. The result: a new undermount stainless single-bowl sink with a pull-down faucet. The job covered remove the old sink, prepare the opening, plus leak check and cleanup.
Before
AfterKitchen Sink Installation & Replacement in a 1980s two-story, Glen Ellyn
A 1980s two-story in Glen Ellyn, a typical kitchen for Glen Ellyn. Before: solid-surface integrated sink. What bothered the owners most: a stained solid-surface bowl. The result: 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 leak check and cleanup.
Kitchen Sink Installation & Replacement in Glen Ellyn →
Before
AfterKitchen Sink Installation & Replacement in a 1980s two-story, Carol Stream
The site: a 1980s two-story in Carol Stream. The kitchen as it was: white double sink. The main complaint was a divided sink too narrow for sheet pans. The result: a new undermount stainless single-bowl sink with a pull-down faucet. Work included measure the cutout and cabinet, new strainers and drain, plus faucet and accessories.
Kitchen Sink Installation & Replacement in Carol Stream →
Before
AfterWheaton kitchen, 1990s two-story colonial: kitchen remodeling
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 →
Before
AfterA Wheaton 1990s two-story colonial: before and after
The same doors sprayed in white uppers and dusty blue lowers, new polished nickel pulls; counters and floor stayed as they were.
Kitchen Cabinet Painting in Wheaton →How the install goes
- Pick the sinkChoose the material and style, or ask us what fits your counter and cabinet.
- 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 connectWe mount the sink and hook up the drain, faucet and appliances.
- Cure and testAfter the bond sets, the sink is tested in full use.
Kitchen Sink Installation & Replacement questions from Wheaton 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.
What does a farmhouse sink need?
Space in the sink base, a support frame for the weight and a counter cut for the apron style.
Can I keep my countertop when replacing the sink?
Usually. A drop-in can go into the same hole if the rim covers it; an undermount needs a matching cutout.
What size sink fits my cabinet?
Measure the sink base, not the old sink. We check the inside width and depth so the new bowl and its clips fit.
Do you need a plumber to install a kitchen sink?
For the hookups, yes. Setting the sink is carpentry, but the drain, trap and supply connections are plumbing, and a licensed plumber does them.
Do I need a Wheaton-registered contractor for sink replacement?
Yes: contractors register online with the City; $75 fee, renewed annually. We take care of that before work starts.
Wheaton water: how does it affect sink replacement?
Wheaton's water source: Lake Michigan water from City of Chicago (Jardine plant); six emergency backup wells (per 2015 report; current report not retrieved). We plan fittings and filters around it.
Wheaton plumbing code: who can do the plumbing for sink replacement?
Plumbing contractors must submit State Plumbing Contractor Registration (055) and State Plumbing license (058). Our plumbing connections are made by licensed plumbers.
Does sink replacement 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
Kitchen Sink Installation & Replacement nearby
Other kitchen services in Wheaton
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.