Old floor tile that may contain asbestos
Old 9-inch floor tiles and black mastic can contain asbestos. We arrange testing first and plan around the result.
Serving Wood Dale & nearby Itasca, Elk Grove Village
Kitchen Flooring Installation in Wood Dale, IL
Luxury vinyl plank, porcelain tile or hardwood laid flat and finished at every doorway in Wood Dale kitchens.
- Serving Wood Dale ZIP 60191
- A new look without tearing the kitchen out
- Clean, protected work area every day
Kitchen floor problems we fix in Wood Dale
We install kitchen floors in Wood Dale with the prep done right: appliances moved out, old layers taken up, the subfloor checked for flatness and the new floor laid under the dishwasher opening and up to clean thresholds.
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.
Squeaky floor
The best time to fix a squeak is when the floor is open. We fasten loose panels to the framing so the new floor is quiet.
Cold, hard tile underfoot
Tile is durable but cold. Heated floor mats under tile or a plank floor instead are the usual answers.
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.
Clashing floors between rooms
Different floors meeting at odd lines look patched. We plan transitions at doorways and use thresholds or reducers that match.
Several layers of old flooring
Stacking another floor on old layers raises the height at the dishwasher and the doorway. We take them up instead.
Cracked floor tile
Broken tile and crumbling grout often come from a floor that flexes. New tile goes over a stiffened, flat base.
What's included
- Moving appliancesFridge, range and dishwasher pulled out and protected, water and gas connections handled with care.
- Old flooring removalOld vinyl, tile, laminate or wood taken up and hauled away.
- Subfloor repair and flatteningWe fix soft spots and squeaks and flatten the subfloor for the new material.
- Underlayment or membraneThe right layer under the floor: foam or sound underlayment, backer board or membrane.
- Floor installationThe new floor laid straight from the main sight line, with expansion gaps where needed.
- Grouting and finishingTile grouted and cleaned; wood finished or protected; plank edges tight.
- Appliances back in placeEverything set back, leveled and left ready to use.
Materials and finishes
Wood-look plank tileTile shaped like boards: wood style, tile durability.
Underlayment and membranesWhat goes under the floor matters: sound control, moisture protection and crack isolation.
Ceramic tileA softer, lower-cost tile than porcelain, fine for kitchen traffic with a proper base.
Luxury vinyl plank (LVP)Water-resistant, warmer and softer than tile, quick to install; a good fit for busy kitchens with kids and pets.
Laminate flooringA budget plank floor; newer water-resistant lines suit kitchens better.
Kitchens like yours in Wood Dale: before and after
Before
In progress
After
DetailBefore and after: a postwar bi-level in Wood Dale
This one is a postwar bi-level in Wood Dale. Before: 9-inch vinyl floor tiles. The reason for the call: old vinyl tile that was lifting and stained. After: warm oak luxury vinyl plank flooring through the kitchen with clean transitions. On site this meant old flooring removal, subfloor repair and flattening, plus floor installation.
Before
AfterItasca kitchen, two-story colonial from the 1990s: kitchen flooring installation
The site: a two-story colonial from the 1990s near South Side. Before: 12-inch beige ceramic tile. The reason for the call: cracked tiles and grout that wouldn't come clean. After: hickory luxury vinyl plank flooring through the kitchen with clean transitions. Work included moving appliances, underlayment or membrane, plus floor installation.
Kitchen Flooring Installation in Itasca →
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AfterBefore and after: a 1950s ranch in Elk Grove Village
This one is a 1950s ranch in Elk Grove Village. What we started with: brick-pattern sheet vinyl. The reason for the call: cracked, curling sheet vinyl. The result: gray wood-look porcelain plank flooring through the kitchen with clean transitions. Work included moving appliances, underlayment or membrane, plus floor installation.
Kitchen Flooring Installation in Elk Grove Village →
Before
AfterHardwood Floor Repair & Refinishing in a postwar bi-level, Wood Dale
Finished: the oak floor sanded and refinished with a satin clear finish, grain visible and the water marks gone.
Hardwood Floor Repair & Refinishing in Wood Dale →
Before
AfterWood Dale kitchen, 1950s ranch: kitchen cabinet installation & replacement
Finished: new cabinets in warm taupe with brushed nickel bar pulls, installed level and ready for charcoal concrete-look quartz counters.
Kitchen Cabinet Installation & Replacement in Wood Dale →How your kitchen flooring installation goes
- Choose the floorLook at samples in your kitchen light and pick a material and color.
- Measure and checkA visit to measure and test the subfloor for flatness and soft spots.
- 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 Wood Dale homeowners
Is luxury vinyl plank waterproof?
The planks resist water well; the subfloor below them doesn't. Wipe spills and fix leaks quickly.
Should flooring go under the kitchen cabinets?
Not for a floating floor. For tile, it's optional, and running it under makes future cabinet changes easier.
How long does kitchen flooring installation take?
LVP in an average kitchen often takes one to two days; tile usually takes longer because of setting and grouting time.
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.
What affects the cost of a kitchen floor?
Tile costs more to install than plank; leveling and old-floor removal add work. It all goes in a written estimate.
Wood Dale contractor registration: do kitchen contractors need it?
All contractors (general, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, roofing, etc.) must register with the City before a permit is issued. Requires Certificate of Insurance ($2,000,000 public liability) naming the City, state license/IDPH registration if applicable. We take care of that before work starts.
What happens to the old cabinets and debris in Wood Dale?
Hauler Flood Brothers (exclusive franchise): bulk items by request, white goods (appliances) and electronics by appointment; call (630) 261-0400. If you'd rather not deal with it, we haul old units and debris away.
Do I need a permit for kitchen flooring installation in Wood Dale?
It depends on the scope. Wood Dale's rule in short: A permit is required for any alteration or repair of a building. We handle the permit when one is needed with Community Development Department.
Do you work in my part of Wood Dale?
Yes. Our crews work across Wood Dale — ZIP 60191 — and nearby Itasca, Elk Grove Village, Addison.
Working in Wood Dale
- A lot of Wood Dale kitchens date from the 1960s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Most Wood Dale homes are single-family. We protect floors and driveways and leave the site clean every day.
- We know how Community Development Department handles kitchen permits and pull them for you.
ZIP 60191
Kitchen Flooring Installation nearby
Other kitchen services in Wood Dale
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.