Plumbing Services for Kitchen Remodels in Island Lake, IL
Whether you’re just upgrading your faucet and garbage disposal or completely rerouting plumbing to move the sink or add a gas line for a new stove, I’ve got you covered. Projects vary from quick service calls to multi-day plumbing rough-ins involving permits and inspections. No matter the job, my team handles every step with local know-how.
My recommendation? Call us early—before the cabinets go into place. If you’re relocating the sink, it’s critical to reroute the drain and supply lines while the subfloor is still exposed. Gas line installations for ranges or cooktops need to be rough-in before cabinets are installed for easier access. Pot fillers require wall access behind the stove, which is much simpler during the build phase than after tile and backsplash are finished. I can help you plan the plumbing timeline so it fits your remodel smoothly.
If you’re not remodeling but need a faucet replaced, disposal serviced, or dishwasher hooked up, we do those jobs too. Also, it’s smart to check your water heater’s capacity during a remodel and address any slow drains before closing walls. Call us anytime at 847-200-8875.
Kitchen Plumbing Services We Offer
Sink & Faucet Installation
We handle all types of kitchen sinks including undermount, farmhouse-style, drop-in, single, double, and prep sinks. Installation covers everything from the drain assembly, strainers, and P-traps, to connecting braided stainless steel water supply lines, which last longer than outdated plastic tubing. When it fits, we also take care of installing garbage disposals alongside the sink setup.
Faucet installs cover all mounting styles — single-hole, three-hole, or deck-plate designs — and we pressure-test everything to ensure leak-free operation. Moving sinks requires rerouting drain and vent lines and extending supply pipes. We manage the full process, including permits and inspections.
Dishwasher & Appliance Water Connections
Hooking up dishwashers includes connecting the hot water line and ensuring the drain hose has the high loop or air gap needed to prevent wastewater from backing up. We check that electrical supply is ready too, coordinating with electricians as needed. For refrigerator ice makers and water dispensers, we install dedicated cold water lines properly supported with accessible shutoff valves.
We also install instant hot water taps, under-sink water filters, and reverse osmosis units, setting up their dedicated faucets and connecting supply and drain lines. Reach out to discuss any appliance water line needs.
Gas Line Installation for Kitchen Appliances
Switching to a gas range or adding a cooktop? We plan and install gas lines sized for your appliance’s BTU rating. This includes routing lines from your home's gas meter or existing supply, installing shutoff valves, connecting with flexible, code-approved connectors, pressure testing for safety, and managing permits and inspections. Learn more on our gas line services page.
Keep in mind: gas line rough-ins should be completed before cabinets are installed due to the difficulty of working behind finished cabinetry. We coordinate with your contractor to fit this into your remodel schedule.
Pot Filler Faucet Installation
A pot filler faucet installs on the wall behind your stove, making it easy to fill pots without carrying water across the kitchen. Installing one means running a dedicated cold water line inside the wall, typically about 56 to 60 inches above the floor and slightly offset from the stove centerline. It’s easiest during remodels with open walls but can also be done in finished kitchens with careful wall patching.
Call us to chat about your layout and the best way to add this convenience.
Island Sink Plumbing & Drain Venting
Plumbing an island sink is a bit more involved because its drain can’t tie into typical wall vents. Instead, it requires an island vent loop or an air admittance valve (AAV), depending on local code. Running hot and cold supply lines to the island is straightforward, but routing drain and vent lines through the floor and subfloor takes careful planning to avoid clogs and odors. We regularly install island sinks and can help design the plumbing for your island before construction.
Kitchen Plumbing Checklist
- Removal and installation of sinks (undermount, farmhouse, drop-in)
- Installation of faucets of all types
- Garbage disposal installation or repair
- Dishwasher water supply and drain hookups
- Refrigerator ice and water line installation
- Gas line runs for ranges, cooktops, and ovens
- Pot filler faucet rough-in and installation
- Under-sink water treatment and reverse osmosis systems
- Drain and vent routing for island sinks
- Replacing and upgrading shutoff valves in the kitchen
- Installing prep or bar sinks in pantries or kitchen islands
When to Schedule Kitchen Plumbing
- Final sink location before demo: Moving sinks is the costliest plumbing change, so confirm placement before ordering cabinetry.
- Gas line before cabinets: Install new gas lines early; it’s tough to add them later once cabinets are installed.
- Pot filler before backsplash: Easier to run supply lines before tile and backsplash go in.
- Upgrade shutoff valves now: Old gate valves tend to fail; upgrading to ball valves while plumbing is exposed saves future trouble.
- Refrigerator water line before countertops: Running these lines gets tricky once counters are in place.
Frequently Asked Questions About Kitchen Remodeling Plumbing
Yes, but relocating a sink to an island requires additional plumbing steps, mainly venting with an island loop or air admittance valve since there’s no wall vent nearby. Supply lines are straightforward, but drainage takes planning through the floor. We handle these setups often—call us to go over your island’s plumbing.
Simple replacements like swapping out faucets, disposals, or hooking up dishwashers typically don’t need permits. But for rerouting drains, running new supply lines, gas line work, or moving plumbing around, permits and inspections are mandatory. We take care of permit applications and inspections so you don’t have to.
Yes, doing gas line installation during a remodel when walls are open is ideal. Our team sizes, installs, and pressure tests all gas lines for ranges, cooktops, and ovens, coordinating permits and inspections for safety. Be sure to schedule this before your cabinets go in.
Definitely. We often work as the plumbing subcontractor on kitchen remodels, syncing our schedule with your general contractor and design team. We make sure rough-ins, finish plumbing, and permits align with your overall timeline. Reach out early to get on the calendar.