Under-counter refrigerator or drawers
We install undercounter refrigeration in islands and bars, connected and leveled under the counter.
Serving 49 Chicago-area suburbs
Built-In Refrigerator Installation in Chicago & the Suburbs
We install built-in and panel-ready refrigerators in Chicagoland: cutout checked, anti-tip secured, water line connected and panels hung flush.
- Serving the Chicago suburbs, from Naperville to Evanston
- Installed level, sealed and tested before we leave
- Clear price for the install before the visit
Built-in refrigerator problems we solve in Chicagoland
Built-in and panel-ready fridges are heavy, tall and unforgiving about their openings. Our Chicagoland installers measure before delivery, adjust the cabinetry where needed, anchor the unit per the installation guide and fit the custom fronts so the kitchen reads as one run of cabinets.
Separate column refrigerator and freezer
A pair of column fridges and freezers must line up perfectly. We anchor each one and align the panels so they look like one piece.
Freestanding fridge sticking out past the counters
A standard-depth fridge pokes out well beyond the cabinet fronts. A built-in or counter-depth model sits flush, and we prepare the opening for it.
Delivery path too tight for a heavy unit
Built-in refrigerators are tall and heavy. We check doorways, stairs, tight turns and the floor before delivery, and plan how to bring it in without damage.
Old built-in that has to come out
Removing an old built-in fridge means disconnecting the water line, releasing the anti-tip hardware and sliding a heavy unit out without gouging the floor.
Cabinetry built around the fridge
A built-in look often needs an enclosure, a deep cabinet above and finished side panels. We build or adjust them to the fridge's specs.
Floor that isn't level under the opening
Old floors rarely sit flat. We level the refrigerator so its doors seal and its panels match the cabinets.
New built-in won't fit the old opening
Built-in models from different makers use different cutout heights, widths and depths. We compare the new spec with your opening before delivery and adjust the cabinetry if it's off.
What we hook up and check
- Old refrigerator removedWater off and capped, old unit disconnected, anchoring released and the fridge rolled out.
- Opening and cabinetry preparedCabinet opening trimmed or reframed to the new spec, with solid backing for anchors.
- Water supplySupply connected to the ice maker and dispenser with a reachable valve.
- Electrical checkOutlet location and circuit checked against the maker's requirements; electrical changes are made by an electrician.
- Setting, leveling and anchoringLeveled in the opening and secured per the installation guide.
- Trim, grille and ventilationVentilation openings kept clear as the finish trim goes on.
- Startup and haul-awayWater checked for leaks, doors tested for seal, the old unit hauled away.
Options to choose from
Panel-ready refrigeratorsUnits that take custom cabinet panels so the fridge blends into the kitchen.
Built-in refrigeratorsRefrigerators made for built-in installation, with front ventilation and exact cutouts.
Counter-depth vs. built-inA counter-depth model is shallower than standard; a built-in is designed for the cabinet opening itself.
Undercounter fridges and drawersCompact refrigeration that fits a base cabinet opening.
Water lines and filtersA new water supply for the ice maker and dispenser.
Built-In Refrigerator Installation across Chicagoland
The same job looks different in a 1920s bungalow, a 1970s split-level and a new subdivision. Here is what we plan for in different parts of the region.
Condo and townhome towns
Condo freight elevator and building rules
Getting a heavy fridge up to a condo means working within the building's rules. We schedule it and protect common areas.
Lisle, Itasca, Oak Park, Woodridge, Glendale Heights, Schaumburg
Recent installs around Chicagoland
Before
AfterBuilt-In Refrigerator Installation in a 1980s two-story, Northbrook
This one is a 1980s two-story near Techny. What we started with: white appliances and white thermofoil cabinets peeling at the edges, oak trim. The main complaint was a refrigerator that stuck out past the cabinets. After: a panel-ready built-in refrigerator installed flush with the cabinetry. Work included water supply, setting, leveling and anchoring, plus trim, grille and ventilation.
Built-In Refrigerator Installation in Northbrook →
Before
AfterBefore and after: a 1990s two-story colonial in Tinley Park
A 1990s two-story colonial in Tinley Park, a typical kitchen for Tinley Park. The kitchen as it was: black appliances and golden-oak cabinets with oak soffits above. The reason for the call: a bulky fridge sticking out past the counters. Finished kitchen: a panel-ready built-in refrigerator installed flush with the cabinetry. On site this meant opening and cabinetry prepared, setting, leveling and anchoring, plus startup and haul-away.
Built-In Refrigerator Installation in Tinley Park →
Before
AfterBefore and after: a 1990s two-story colonial in Lombard
The site: a 1990s two-story colonial in Lombard. Before: almond appliances and honey-oak cathedral raised-panel cabinets with worn finish near the handles, brass knobs. The reason for the call: an old refrigerator that stuck out past the cabinets. After: a panel-ready built-in refrigerator installed flush with the cabinetry. On site this meant water supply, electrical check, plus trim, grille and ventilation.
Built-In Refrigerator Installation in Lombard →Install day
- Send the model and openingShare the model number and photos of the space, including the floor and the cabinet above.
- Opening and path checkWe measure the opening, the delivery route and the water and power locations.
- Written estimateA clear written quote with any plumbing or cabinet work listed separately.
- Install and fit panelsWe install, secure and trim the fridge, test the water and leave the kitchen clean.
Built-In Refrigerator Installation: common questions
How much does built-in refrigerator installation cost?
Opening changes, plumbing, panel fitting and haul-away drive the price. We put it in writing first.
Do built-in refrigerators need anti-tip brackets?
Most do. The installation guide specifies how the unit is secured, and we anchor it into solid framing.
Does a built-in fridge need a water line?
Models with ice or water need one; we connect it with an accessible shutoff.
Can you install a fridge I bought from another store?
Yes. We install built-in units from any retailer and check them for damage on arrival.
Will a built-in refrigerator fit my kitchen?
It depends on the opening. Built-in models need specific height, width and depth, so we check your space against the maker's drawing before you buy.
Which towns do you serve?
Chicago and 49 suburbs, from Naperville and Aurora to Evanston, Schaumburg and Orland Park. Pick your town below for local details and ZIP codes.
Built-In Refrigerator Installation near you
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