1960s stainless double sink
The thin stainless double sink from the 1960s dents and drums. A heavier-gauge single or low-divide bowl is a common replacement.
Serving Wood Dale & nearby Itasca, Elk Grove Village
Kitchen Sink Installation & Replacement in Wood Dale, IL
Undermount, drop-in and farmhouse sinks set, sealed and connected by licensed plumbers in Wood Dale.
- Serving Wood Dale ZIP 60191
- Installed level, sealed and tested before we leave
- Clear price for the install before the visit
Kitchen sink problems we fix in Wood Dale
A new kitchen sink is part fit, part plumbing. In Wood Dale we check the counter cutout and the cabinet below, mount the bowl so it stays put, and our licensed plumbers reconnect the drain, disposal, dishwasher and faucet.
Chipped or stained porcelain sink
Rust spots and chips in an old porcelain bowl only get worse. We remove it and install a stainless, composite or fireclay sink in its place.
Old drain parts that won't line up
A new sink often puts the drain in a different spot or depth. We rebuild the trap and tailpieces in new PVC so everything lines up without strain.
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.
New sink doesn't match the counter cutout
Undermount sinks need a cutout that matches their bowl shape. We confirm the size and the reveal before the old sink comes out.
Drop-in rim that traps grime
A drop-in rim and its yellowing caulk are hard to keep clean. If the counter is stone or quartz, an undermount sink can often replace it.
Sink cabinet floor wet or swollen
If the cabinet bottom has swollen, the leak has been there a while. We find it, replace what failed and protect the base going forward.
Double bowl too small for big pans
If nothing big fits flat in either side, a single-bowl sink solves it. We adjust the trap and tailpiece for the new drain position.
What we hook up and check
- Measure the cutout and cabinetWe measure the counter opening, the sink base and the drain position before you pick a sink.
- Shut off and disconnectWater shut off, faucet, disposal and dishwasher lines disconnected.
- Prepare the openingCutout cleaned of old caulk and adhesive; enlarged or polished when needed.
- New strainers and drainNew basket strainers, tailpieces and P-trap assembled to the drain line.
- Disposal and dishwasher hookupDisposal remounted to the new flange and dishwasher drain reconnected.
- Supply valves and linesFresh supply connections from the valves to the faucet.
- Leak check and cleanupBoth bowls filled and drained, every joint checked dry.
Models, parts and fittings
Enameled cast ironVery heavy and long-lasting, with a glossy enamel that can chip if struck.
FireclayA smooth, hard-glazed bowl that needs solid support in the cabinet.
Stainless steelEasy-care steel; a lower gauge number means thicker metal.
Drop-in (top-mount)The simplest swap, as long as the new rim covers the old cutout.
Granite compositeA dense, matte sink made of stone particles and resin that hides water spots.
What the work looks like in Wood Dale homes
Before
Installed
DetailWood Dale kitchen, 1990s two-story colonial: kitchen sink installation & replacement
This one is a 1990s two-story colonial in Wood Dale. The kitchen as it was: solid-surface integrated sink. What bothered the owners most: a scratched integrated sink that never looked clean. Finished kitchen: a new undermount stainless single-bowl sink with a pull-down faucet. The job covered measure the cutout and cabinet, shut off and disconnect, plus supply valves and lines.
Before
AfterKitchen Sink Installation & Replacement in a two-story colonial from the 1990s, Itasca
A two-story colonial from the 1990s near Walnut Street downtown, a typical kitchen for Itasca. What we started with: white double sink. The reason for the call: two small bowls where big pots never fit. The result: a new undermount stainless single-bowl sink with a pull-down faucet. Work included shut off and disconnect, supply valves and lines, plus leak check and cleanup.
Kitchen Sink Installation & Replacement in Itasca →
Before
AfterKitchen Sink Installation & Replacement in a 1980s two-story, Addison
This one is a 1980s two-story in Addison. The kitchen as it was: white cast-iron double sink. The reason for the call: worn enamel and rust spots in the old bowl. Finished kitchen: a new undermount stainless single-bowl sink with a pull-down faucet. The job covered measure the cutout and cabinet, prepare the opening, plus disposal and dishwasher hookup.
Kitchen Sink Installation & Replacement in Addison →
Before
AfterA Wood Dale postwar bi-level: before and after
Finished: cabinets in soft white with unlacquered brass knobs and cup pulls, warm walnut butcher block counters, a blue handmade-look tile backsplash, warm oak luxury vinyl plank flooring and recessed lights and under-cabinet LED strips.
Kitchen Remodeling in Wood Dale →
Before
AfterA Wood Dale 1960s ranch: before and after
Finished: the same doors sprayed in powder blue, new satin brass pulls; counters and floor stayed as they were.
Kitchen Cabinet Painting in Wood Dale →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 Wood Dale homeowners
Will Lake Michigan water mark my new sink?
Some spotting is normal. A quick dry-off and an occasional vinegar rinse keep the bowl clean.
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.
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.
What size sink fits my cabinet?
The sink base width sets the limit. Most kitchen sinks are made for common base sizes, and we measure inside the cabinet before you buy.
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.
Do I need a Wood Dale-registered contractor for sink replacement?
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.
Does Wood Dale require a licensed plumber for sink replacement?
Plumbing contractors must register with the City and provide current State license/IDPH registration if applicable; city adopts the Illinois Plumbing Code 2014 with local amendments. Our plumbing connections are made by licensed plumbers.
Does sink replacement need a Wood Dale building permit, and who files it?
Permits go through Community Development Department (https://my.wooddale.com), phone 630-766-5133. When your scope needs one, we prepare the application and schedule the inspections.
Is Wood Dale water hard, and does it matter for sink replacement?
Wood Dale's water source: Lake Michigan water purchased from the DuPage Water Commission (since 1992). We plan fittings and filters around it.
Do I need a permit for sink replacement 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 Sink Installation & Replacement nearby
Other kitchen services in Wood Dale
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.