Original 1960s cabinets with fixed shelves
Cabinets from the 1960s usually have one fixed shelf halfway up. Removing it and adding two roll-outs makes the space usable.
Serving Wood Dale & nearby Itasca, Elk Grove Village
Pull-Out Shelves & Cabinet Organizers in Wood Dale, IL
We fit roll-out shelves, trash pull-outs and corner organizers into the cabinets already in your Wood Dale kitchen.
- Serving Wood Dale ZIP 60191
- Installed level, sealed and tested before we leave
- Clear price for the install before the visit
Cabinet problems pull-outs fix in Wood Dale
Getting on your knees to find a lid is a cabinet problem, not an organizing one. We retrofit sliding shelves and organizers into existing kitchen cabinets around Wood Dale, sized cabinet by cabinet instead of bought off a shelf.
Messy cabinet under the sink
Plumbing makes the sink base hard to organize. We fit split or U-shaped roll-outs that clear the drain and supply lines.
Pantry cabinet with deep fixed shelves
If the back of the pantry cabinet is full of things you forgot you had, sliding shelves fix that.
Lazy Susan that sticks or wobbles
Old lazy Susans sag and jam. We take out the old unit and fit a new one sized to the corner cabinet.
Trash can in the walkway
A pull-out double bin fits inside a standard base cabinet and keeps trash and recycling out of sight next to the sink.
Kneeling to reach the back of the cabinet
If you have to get on the floor and reach past the front row, the cabinet needs shelves that roll out to you.
Spices crowding the counter
If spice jars live in three different cabinets, a dedicated pull-out or tiered drawer insert puts them in one place.
Baking sheets and cutting boards jammed in
Trays and boards stored flat end up under everything. Vertical dividers let you slide one out without moving the rest.
Included with the install
- Cabinet-by-cabinet reviewWe go through each cabinet with you and decide what should live where.
- Measuring the clear openingsWe measure each opening, including face frames, hinge clearance and plumbing.
- Removing fixed shelvesOld fixed shelves and loose racks come out where roll-outs will go.
- Mounting slidesFull-extension slides are mounted on spacers or rear brackets so the shelf runs level.
- Installing roll-out shelvesRoll-outs set at the heights you need for pots, small appliances or pantry goods.
- Dividers and insertsVertical dividers and small inserts for sheet pans, lids and spices.
- Adjustment and walkthroughEvery slide is adjusted to run smoothly and clear the doors, then we show you how they work.
What to pick before the install
Custom-made vs. kit organizersCustom units fit the exact opening; kits come in set sizes that may leave gaps or hit hinges.
Full-extension slidesThe shelf comes all the way out so nothing hides in the back.
Wire and chrome pull-outsCoated-wire baskets for cleaning supplies and spots that need airflow.
Plywood or melamine roll-outsSmooth, easy-to-wipe shelves for cleaning supplies and dry goods.
Specialty hardwareCorner swing-outs, lazy Susans, double-bin trash pull-outs and pull-down shelves.
Before and after: kitchens near Wood Dale
Before
Installed
DetailBefore and after: a 1980s two-story in Wood Dale
This one is a 1980s two-story in Wood Dale. What we started with: golden-oak cabinets with oak soffits above. The reason for the call: a pot cabinet that had turned into a pile. Finished kitchen: two wooden roll-out shelves in the deep base cabinet, pots and pans in neat rows that slide out to the front. On site this meant cabinet-by-cabinet review, installing roll-out shelves, plus adjustment and walkthrough.
Before
AfterItasca kitchen, two-story colonial from the 1990s: pull-out shelves & cabinet organizers
A two-story colonial from the 1990s near South Side, a typical kitchen for Itasca. What we started with: honey-oak cathedral raised-panel cabinets with worn finish near the handles, brass knobs. The reason for the call: kneeling on the floor to dig out a pan. Finished kitchen: two wooden roll-out shelves in the deep base cabinet, pots and pans in neat rows that slide out to the front. Work included cabinet-by-cabinet review, mounting slides, plus installing roll-out shelves.
Pull-Out Shelves & Cabinet Organizers in Itasca →
Before
AfterWood Dale kitchen, 1950s ranch: pantry design & installation
The closet next to the kitchen rebuilt as a pantry with solid wood shelves, pull-out baskets on the bottom and a light.
Pantry Design & Installation in Wood Dale →
Before
AfterWood Dale kitchen, 1960s ranch: built-in breakfast nook & banquette
A built-in banquette bench with storage drawers and cushions under the window, with a round pedestal table.
Built-In Breakfast Nook & Banquette in Wood Dale →
Before
AfterBefore and after: a postwar bi-level in Wood Dale
What changed: a new island in dusty blue with a creamy quartzite-look quartz top and seating.
Kitchen Island & Peninsula Installation in Wood Dale →From the old unit to the new one
- Send photos of the cabinetsOpen the doors and take a few photos so we can see the cabinet type and what's inside.
- Measure and planA visit to measure and decide shelf heights, materials and specialty units.
- Written estimateA written quote listing every pull-out, so you can choose all or some.
- Install dayWe install, adjust and leave the cabinets ready to load.
Pull-Out Shelves & Cabinet Organizers questions from Wood Dale homeowners
Can pull-out shelves be added to existing cabinets?
Usually. As long as the cabinet box is solid, roll-outs retrofit without replacing anything.
How much weight can a pull-out shelf hold?
We choose the slide rating by what goes on the shelf, so a pot drawer gets stronger hardware than a spice pull-out.
How long does installation take?
Measuring and building take the most time; the install itself is short.
Do pull-outs fit older cabinets?
Most older cabinets take roll-outs well. Swollen or damaged boxes are the exception, and we'd tell you.
How much do pull-out shelves cost to install?
It depends on how many units, their size, material and slide type. You get a written, itemized estimate after we measure.
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.
Do I need a permit for pull-out shelf 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
Pull-Out Shelves & Cabinet Organizers nearby
Other kitchen services in Wood Dale
Pantry Design & InstallationPantry cabinets, closet conversions and walk-in shelving, built to fit.
Built-In Breakfast Nook & BanquetteBuilt-in bench seating with storage for corners, bays and nooks.
Kitchen Island & Peninsula InstallationNew islands and peninsulas with seating and storage.
Kitchen RemodelingFull kitchen remodels, from layout to last cabinet pull.
Kitchen Cabinet PaintingFactory-smooth painted cabinets without replacing them.