Professional Kitchen Plumbing Services in Fox Valley, IL
Kitchen plumbing remodeling can be a quick fix like swapping out a faucet or hooking up a dishwasher, or a bigger project like moving your sink to an island, installing a new gas line for your range, adding a prep sink, or setting up a pot filler faucet. What you need will affect the cost, schedule, and whether permits are needed. We manage all that so you don’t have to worry.
Here’s my tip: get your plumber involved before cabinets are installed, especially if you’re relocating fixtures. Moving a sink means rerouting drains and supply lines, which is easier with open subfloors. Installing gas lines for ranges or islands should also happen early on. Pot filler faucets require wall access behind the stove, so plan ahead to avoid pricey patching later. Call us early at 708-742-7728 to keep your remodel on track.
If you’re not remodeling but need kitchen plumbing help—maybe a faucet replacement, disposal problem, dishwasher hookup, or refrigerator water line—we’re here. Kitchen remodels also make a great time to check your water heater capacity and clear slow drains before cabinets go back in. Reach out at 708-742-7728 anytime.
What We Do for Kitchen Plumbing
Sink and Faucet Setup
We install all sink styles—undermount, drop-in, farmhouse, single or double bowls, and prep sinks. Sink installation covers basket strainers, P-traps, and secure water supply lines using braided stainless steel hoses, not old plastic lines that crack easily. We also handle garbage disposal installations alongside sink setups when needed.
For faucets, we fit all mounting types—single-hole, three-hole, or deck-mounted. Every faucet gets pressure tested before we finish. If you’re moving your sink, that means a bigger project with drain and vent re-routing. We take care of the necessary permits and inspections, so you’re covered.
Dishwasher and Appliance Hookups
We connect your dishwasher’s hot water supply and create a proper drain with a high loop or air gap to prevent backflow. While electrical connections are handled by electricians, we coordinate to make sure everything fits. For refrigerators with ice makers or water dispensers, we run a dedicated cold water line using copper or braided stainless tubing with shutoff valves easily accessible behind the unit.
We also install instant hot water taps, under-sink water filters, and reverse osmosis systems. For those, we handle faucet installation and connect supply and waste lines. Give us a call at 708-742-7728 for any appliance hookups in your kitchen.
Gas Line Installation for Kitchen Appliances
Whether switching to gas for your stove or adding a new cooktop, we run gas lines sized to your appliance’s BTU specs, routed safely from your existing supply. We install shutoff valves, connect with approved flexible connectors, perform pressure tests, and manage all necessary permits and inspections. Check our gas line services page to learn more about our safety procedures.
One thing to remember: if your gas line runs to a new island or relocated appliance, this rough-in must happen before cabinets go in. It’s a lot harder to add gas piping after cabinetry is installed. Coordinate early with your contractor and us.
Pot Filler Faucet Installation
A pot filler faucet lets you fill pots right at the stove, which is super handy. It requires a cold water line run inside the wall behind the range, usually about 56 to 60 inches above the floor and a few inches off center. Best installed during remodeling when the wall is open, but we can add it in finished kitchens too — it just means some wall patching and cleanup afterward. Call us to explore options at 708-742-7728.
Island Sink Plumbing and Drain Venting
Island sinks are trickier because their drains don’t connect to a typical wall vent. We install an island loop vent or air admittance valve (AAV) depending on local code. Running hot and cold supplies to the island is straightforward, but routing the drain and vent requires attention to the floor structure and venting. We’ve done many island sink installations in Fox Valley homes, so we’ll plan this carefully with you before finalizing your kitchen design.
Key Plumbing Tasks in Kitchen Remodels
- Removal and installation of sinks (undermount, apron-front, drop-in)
- Faucet fitting and replacement (all mounting styles)
- Garbage disposal installation or swap-outs
- Connecting dishwashers to water and drain lines
- Running water lines for refrigerator ice makers
- Installing and extending gas lines for cooking appliances
- Pot filler faucet rough-in and installation
- Under-sink water filtration and reverse osmosis system setup
- Drain and vent routing for island sinks
- Replacing old shutoff valves with modern ball valves
- Adding prep or bar sinks in pantry or island areas
Tips for Kitchen Plumbing Scheduling
- Lock in sink locations before demolition: Moving sinks is complex and costly — finalize before ordering cabinets
- Gas line work before cabinetry: Run gas lines to new stove or island early to avoid costly rerouting
- Pot filler faucet before backsplash: Easier to install when walls are open, before tile goes in
- Update shutoff valves while accessible: Replace old gate valves with ball valves during plumbing exposure
- Install fridge water lines ahead of countertops: Easier to run lines before counters are set
Frequently Asked Questions About Kitchen Plumbing Remodels
Yes, moving a sink to an island is doable but requires special venting solutions since you can’t tie into a wall vent like usual. We usually use an island loop vent or an air admittance valve, depending on local codes. Running water supply is straightforward, but the drain and vent take careful planning. We handle these installs frequently—call 708-742-7728 to talk through your island layout before finalizing plans.
If you’re just swapping out fixtures in the same spot (like replacing a faucet or garbage disposal), usually no permit is required. But if you’re rerouting drains, adding new water supply lines, installing gas lines, or moving plumbing locations, permits are needed. We handle all permit applications and inspection scheduling so you don’t have to worry.
Absolutely. The best time to run new gas lines is during a remodel when walls are open. We install gas piping for stoves, cooktops, and ovens with correct sizing, pressure testing, and permits. Make sure to schedule this before cabinets go in to avoid costly rerouting later.
Yes, we frequently collaborate with general contractors and kitchen designers to fit plumbing work into your overall remodel schedule. We coordinate rough-in and finish plumbing stages, handle permits, and keep everything on track. Call 708-742-7728 early to get us involved in your project timeline.