Cabinet Painting & Refinishing in Des Plaines, IL
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Cost Range
$1,500–$5,000
Local Pros
119 available
Overview
Transform your kitchen or bathroom by painting or refinishing existing cabinets. A cost-effective alternative to full cabinet replacement that can dramatically update the look of a room at a fraction of the cost.
Des Plaines Climate Considerations (cold)
Common Signs You Need Cabinet Painting & Refinishing
- • Cabinets look dated or worn
- • Want to modernize kitchen without full remodel
- • Cabinet finish is yellowed or faded
- • Cabinets are structurally sound but aesthetically tired
- • Preparing home for sale on a budget
Cabinet Painting & Refinishing Cost in Des Plaines
Low
$1,500
Average
$3,250
High
$5,000
DIY vs. Call a Pro
Cabinet painting requires thorough prep: remove doors and hardware, clean with TSP, sand all surfaces, apply bonding primer, and use cabinet-grade paint with a foam roller for smooth finish. Allow 2-3 weeks for the full project.
Call a professional when:
Hire a professional if you want a spray-applied finish (smoother than roller), have many cabinets, or want specialized finishes like glazing or distressing.
Painters in Des Plaines
Windy City Painters
As a premier painting contractor in Chicago, we specialize in interior and exterior painting, drywall water damage repair, cabinet refinishing, and more
Chicago, IL
(773) 818-6331
Jung Family Painting
Joliet, IL
(630) 527-9990Founding Member
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Des Plaines Housing Market
Median Home Price
$331,000
Homes for Sale
56
Price per Sq Ft
$242
Local Pros
581
Home Service Professionals Near Des Plaines
Median Household Income
$94,303
Median Home Value
$318,200
Median Rent
$1,435/mo
Homeownership Rate
79.4%
Population
59,408
Median Year Built
1966
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
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Cabinet Painting & Refinishing
Date
April 2026
Cost
$3,250
Vendor
Your local pro
Warranty
3-year material warranty
Des Plaines average: $1,500–$5,000
Before
Issue documented with photos
After
Repair completed, area sealed
Materials Used
Warranty Details
3-year material warranty
Auto-Checkup Created
"Cabinet Finish Check" — every 60 months
Property Health Score
Fair
interior category +3 pts(67 → 70)
Your health score is calculated based on documentation completeness, maintenance currency, warranty coverage, and investment tracking.
Maintenance Plan for Des Plaines
Recommended Maintenance Plan — Des Plaines, Illinois
Key Risks
- • Short but intense heat waves
- • Ice dams
Schedule
Visual inspection (DIY)(DIY)
Professional cabinet painting & refinishing
Estimated: $1500–$5000
Emergency inspection for damage
Estimated: $100–$300
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Professional interior painting for walls, ceilings, trim, and doors. Includes surface preparation, priming, and applying quality paint for a clean, lasting finish that transforms your living spaces.
Kitchen Remodeling
Transform your kitchen with updated cabinets, countertops, appliances, flooring, lighting, and layout. Kitchen remodels offer the highest ROI of any home improvement project at 60-80% return on investment.
General Home Repair
Address a wide range of minor home repairs in a single visit including squeaky doors, loose handles, running toilets, cracked caulk, patching drywall, and adjusting cabinet hardware. A licensed handyman saves time by bundling several small fixes into one appointment.
Illinois Regulations
Building Code: IRC 2018
Seller Disclosure: Sellers must complete a Residential Real Property Disclosure Report. Lead paint disclosure required for pre-1978 homes.
Natural Disaster Risks: Tornadoes, Flooding, Blizzards, Extreme heat