Reliable Kitchen Plumbing Services in North Chicago, IL
Kitchen plumbing remodels range from quick fixes—like upgrading a faucet, installing a new disposal, or connecting a dishwasher—to extensive renovations involving moving sinks to islands, adding gas lines for new ranges, installing prep sinks, or roughing in pot fillers. The project size impacts pricing, schedule, and if permits are needed. Our team is ready to manage every step.
When you reach out to us at 224-524-1787, here’s a pro tip: get plumbing sorted before the cabinets go in. Moving a sink means rerouting drain pipes and supply lines, which is much easier while the subfloor is exposed. Adding a gas line for a stove or cooktop in an island needs to happen pre-cabinet installation. Pot fillers require wall access behind the stove, so it’s best done before tile or backsplashes are installed. Booking early helps keep your remodel on track and prevents costly delays.
We also handle kitchen plumbing repairs and updates outside of remodels—faucet replacements, disposal repairs, dishwasher hookups, refrigerator water lines, and more. Kitchen remodels are a perfect time to check your water heater capacity and clear any drain clogs before everything gets closed up. Contact us at 224-524-1787 anytime for expert plumbing help.
Our Kitchen Plumbing Solutions
Kitchen Sink and Faucet Installation
We install every kind of kitchen sink—undermount (we coordinate with your countertop installers), drop-in, farmhouse/apron front, single or double bowl, and prep sinks. Our work includes assembling the drain basket, strainer, P-trap, and hooking up the hot and cold braided stainless supply lines (no brittle plastic here). Garbage disposal installation is also part of our service when needed.
Our faucet installation covers all designs, including single-hole, three-hole with deck plates, and other mounting types. We pressure test everything before we finish up. Moving sinks to a new spot involves drain and vent reconfiguration and supply line extensions, which we handle professionally with all permits and inspections.
Dishwasher and Other Appliance Hookups
Dishwasher connections include hot water supply, drain hose routing with a proper high loop or air gap to prevent backflow, and verifying electrical readiness (we coordinate with electricians). For refrigerators with ice makers or water dispensers, we run a dedicated cold water line from nearby plumbing using copper or braided stainless steel, complete with shutoff valves accessible behind the unit.
We also install under-sink instant hot water dispensers, water filtration setups, and reverse osmosis systems. For RO systems, we handle faucet installation on the sink deck, connect supply and waste lines, and provide guidance on ongoing filter maintenance. Call us at 224-524-1787 for any appliance plumbing needs.
Gas Line Installation for Kitchen Appliances
Switching your stove to gas or adding a gas cooktop? We handle all gas line rough-ins, properly sizing pipes by BTU load, routing lines from your gas meter or existing supply, installing shutoffs, connecting appliances with flexible connectors, pressure testing the system, and managing the necessary permits and inspections. Visit our gas line services page for full details on our approach.
If your plan involves running new gas lines to an island or a relocated appliance, this must happen before cabinetry goes in. Trying to install gas lines after cabinets are installed is far more complicated and disruptive. Coordinate early with your GC and us.
Pot Filler Faucet Installation
A pot filler faucet is mounted on the wall above your stove, letting you fill large pots without lugging them across the kitchen. To install one, we run a dedicated cold water supply inside the wall about 56 to 60 inches off the floor, roughly four inches offset from the stove center. It’s simplest during a remodel with open walls, but we can install pot fillers in finished kitchens with minimal disturbance. Call 224-524-1787 to talk through your setup.
Island Sink Plumbing and Drain Venting
Island sinks are a tricky part of kitchen plumbing because the drain can’t connect to a vent stack inside a wall like usual. Instead, they need an island loop vent or an air admittance valve (AAV), depending on local codes. Supply lines run hot and cold from the nearest lines, but the drain and vent routing through floors and cabinets requires careful design. We’ve installed plenty of island sinks — call us early to make sure your layout works.
Checklist for Kitchen Plumbing
- Removal and installation of sinks (undermount, farmhouse, drop-in)
- Faucet fitting and setup (all configurations)
- Garbage disposal installation or replacement
- Dishwasher water and drain connections
- Water line for refrigerator ice makers
- Gas piping for ranges, cooktops, and ovens
- Pot filler faucet rough-in and mounting
- Under-sink water filters and reverse osmosis systems
- Drain and vent installation for island sinks
- Upgrade shutoff valves throughout kitchen plumbing
- Prep or bar sinks in pantries or kitchen islands
Tips for Scheduling Kitchen Plumbing
- Confirm sink location before demo: Moving sinks is the priciest change — lock it in before ordering cabinets
- Gas line installation before cabinetry: New gas pipes must be roughed in prior to cabinet delivery
- Pot filler faucet installation before backsplash: Wall access is easier before tile work
- Upgrade shutoffs while pipes are exposed: Replace old gate valves with ball valves when accessible
- Install fridge water lines early: Running lines is easier before counters are installed
Pricing depends entirely on your project specifics. Swapping a faucet and disposal might cost a few hundred dollars in labor, while a full kitchen rough-in with sink relocation, gas lines, and island plumbing can run into the thousands. The Midwest weather means plumbing jobs sometimes take extra prep, especially with older homes around North Chicago. Call 224-524-1787 and share what you have in mind. We’ll provide a clear, honest estimate.
Common Questions About Kitchen Remodeling Plumbing
Yes, that’s a common request but also a complex one because island sinks need special venting like an island loop vent or an air admittance valve (AAV). Running supply lines to the island is straightforward, but routing drains and vents through the floor needs careful work. We’ve done a lot of island plumbing, so call us at 224-524-1787 to go over your plan before you finalize the layout.
Simple fixture swaps like replacing a faucet, disposal, or hooking up a dishwasher in the same spot usually don’t require permits. But if you’re moving drains, running new supply lines, adding or relocating gas lines, or changing your kitchen’s layout, permits are required. We take care of pulling permits and scheduling inspections to keep everything up to code.
Absolutely. The best time to install a gas line is during a remodel when walls and floors are accessible. We handle full gas line installations, including sizing, pressure testing, and obtaining permits. Make sure to get the gas rough-in done before cabinet installation to avoid headaches later.
Yes, we regularly team up with contractors and designers on kitchen remodels. We coordinate our plumbing schedule around the GC’s timeline and manage the permitting process. Give us a call at 224-524-1787 to get us involved early in your project.