Kitchen Plumbing for Remodels in University Park, IL
Whether you're just swapping out a faucet and hooking up a new disposal or undertaking a full kitchen reconfiguration with sink relocation, new gas line installation, or adding a prep sink, our team has the skills to get the job done. Project size influences timeline, costs, and permit needs, but we manage every detail professionally.
Here’s a tip from me: schedule your plumbing work early, before cabinetry installation. For example, relocating a sink requires access to the subfloor to reroute drains, and running a new gas line for your stove or island is best done when walls are open. Pot filler faucets need wall access behind the stove before tile or backsplash goes on. Booking your plumber ahead keeps your project flowing smoothly.
We also handle individual kitchen plumbing jobs — faucet replacements, disposal repair or installation, dishwasher hook-ups, refrigerator water lines — for homeowners without a full remodel. Kitchen upgrades are a great time to check your water heater’s capacity and clear any sluggish drains before new cabinets cover pipes. Reach out at 708-726-4202 whenever you need these services.
Our Kitchen Plumbing Services
Sink and Faucet Setup
We install all styles of kitchen sinks, whether undermount (coordinating with your countertop cutout), top-mount, farmhouse style, single or double bowls, or prep sinks. Sink installation includes assembling drains, strainers, P-traps, and hooking up braided stainless steel supply lines to ensure durability compared to older plastic piping. We also install garbage disposals during the same visit if you need.
For faucets, we handle every configuration—single-hole, multiple holes with deck plates, and test thoroughly to avoid leaks. Moving your sink to a new spot? That involves drains, vents, and water lines rerouting with proper permits, something we handle routinely.
Dishwasher and Appliance Plumbing
Hooking up your dishwasher means connecting the hot water line, properly routing the drain with a high loop or air gap to prevent backflow, and inspecting electrical connections (which an electrician can verify). For refrigerators with ice makers or water dispensers, we run dedicated supply lines—copper or braided stainless steel—with accessible shutoff valves behind the unit.
We also install instant hot water taps, under-sink filtration systems, and reverse osmosis units, including setting up the faucet and connecting supply and drain lines. Give us a call at 708-726-4202 for any appliance hookup needs.
Gas Line Installation for Kitchen
Planning to switch to gas? Whether it’s a new stove, oven, or cooktop, we size and run the gas lines according to your appliance’s BTU rating, install shutoff valves, and connect with flexible approved connectors. We pressure test every line and manage permits and inspections to comply with local codes.
Important to note: gas line rough-ins must happen before cabinetry gets installed, especially when routing to an island or new appliance location. Trying to add gas lines after cabinets go in is much harder and messier. Coordinate this with your general contractor and us early on.
Pot Filler Faucet Setup
A pot filler faucet mounted over your stove makes filling large pots straightforward without carrying heavy water-filled pots across the kitchen. We run a cold water line inside the wall, usually about 4 feet above the floor, near the stove. This is easiest during remodels when walls are exposed, but we also install pot fillers in finished kitchens with careful wall cutting and repair. Call us at 708-726-4202 to discuss your kitchen.
Island Sink Drain and Vent Solutions
Plumbing an island sink is trickier than a typical wall sink because the drain vent can’t connect to the usual wall vent stack. Code-compliant options include installing an island loop vent or an air admittance valve (AAV), depending on local regulations. We run hot and cold water supply lines from the closest main, then carefully route drains and vents beneath the subfloor to ensure proper function. We’ve done plenty of island sink installs in the Chicago suburbs—contact us early to plan your layout well.
Common Kitchen Plumbing Tasks
- Removing and installing sinks (undermount, farmhouse, drop-in)
- Installing faucets (all designs and mounting types)
- Garbage disposal install or replacement
- Connecting dishwasher water supply and drain
- Installing refrigerator ice maker water lines
- Running gas lines for ranges, cooktops, ovens
- Pot filler faucet rough-in and installation
- Under-sink water filtration and reverse osmosis systems
- Plumbing for island sinks including drain and vent
- Upgrading shutoff valves throughout the kitchen
- Installing prep or bar sinks in pantries or islands
Timing Tips for Kitchen Plumbing
- Confirm sink placement before demolition: Relocating sinks is costly; nail down location early.
- Install gas lines pre-cabinetry: Running gas to islands or new stove spots is easier before cabinets go in.
- Pot filler before backsplash: Opening walls before tile saves work and mess.
- Upgrade shutoff valves while exposed: Replace aging gate valves with ball valves during remodels to avoid future leaks.
- Run fridge water line before counters: Easier to install ice maker lines before countertops are set.
Kitchen Remodeling Questions Answered
Yes, but it’s one of the more complicated plumbing jobs. Island sinks need special venting systems like island loop vents or air admittance valves because you can’t tie into wall vents. Running the water supply to the island is straightforward, but routing the drain and vents requires careful planning beneath the floor. We’ve done many island sinks around University Park and would be happy to help you plan.
For simple replacements like changing faucets, disposals, or hooking up dishwashers in the same spots, usually not. But if you reroute drains, install new supply lines, add gas lines, or change your kitchen layout, permits are required. We take care of applying for permits and scheduling inspections so you don’t have to worry.
Definitely. The best time to install gas lines is when walls are open during a remodel. We size and install gas lines for ovens, ranges, and cooktops, including shutoff valves and pressure testing. We also handle permitting to keep everything up to code. Make sure the gas rough-in happens before the cabinets go in to avoid extra work.
Yes, we work alongside general contractors and designers to fit plumbing into your remodel schedule. We coordinate our work to hit rough-in and finish phases on time and manage permits. Bringing us in early ensures plumbing won’t cause delays.