Comprehensive Kitchen Remodel Plumbing in Thornton, IL
Whether you're just swapping out a faucet and hooking up a new garbage disposal or relocating the sink to an island and running new gas lines for your stove, we've got you covered. Kitchen plumbing projects vary from quick fixes to extensive rerouting of drains, vents, and supply lines, each requiring different timelines, budgeting, and permits. No matter the scale, our team takes care of it.
Before cabinets and countertops go in, it's best to schedule plumbing work. If you plan to move the sink, the subfloor should be accessible to reroute drains. Adding a gas line for a stove or cooktop needs to be roughed in early, before cabinetry. Installing a pot filler means cutting into the wall behind the range, which is simpler if done ahead of backsplash tiling. Getting us on board early helps keep your remodel on track, especially with Illinois' sometimes unpredictable weather affecting timelines.
We also handle kitchen plumbing service calls outside of remodels — faucet replacements, disposal repairs, dishwasher hookups, refrigerator water lines, and more. Remodeling is a great time to check if your water heater is up to the task and to clear any slow drains before new cabinets are installed. For any kitchen plumbing needs, call us at 708-726-4091.
Our Kitchen Plumbing Services
Sink & Faucet Installation
We install all kinds of kitchen sinks: undermount sinks (coordinated with your countertop fabricator), traditional drop-in, farmhouse styles, single or double bowl, and prep sinks. Installation includes assembling the drain basket, strainer, P-trap, and connecting braided stainless steel supply lines—not the old plastic ones that break down over time. Garbage disposal installation is also part of our service when needed.
For faucets, we handle every mounting style (one-hole, three-hole, with deck plates) and test the system to make sure it holds pressure and leaks are eliminated. Moving a sink to a new location means rerouting drains, adjusting vent pipes, and extending supply lines, all with proper permits and inspections. We do that too.
Dishwasher & Appliance Hookups
We connect dishwashers securely, making sure the hot water supply is hooked up right, the drain hose has the necessary high loop or air gap to prevent backflow, and verify the electrical circuit (our electrician partners can assist with that). For refrigerators with ice makers or water dispensers, we install dedicated cold water lines with accessible shutoff valves behind the unit.
Other appliances like instant hot water taps, under-sink water filters, and reverse osmosis systems are also connected professionally. For RO systems, we install the dedicated faucet, hook up both supply and drain lines, and provide guidance on filter maintenance. Give us a call at 708-726-4091 any time for appliance connections in your kitchen.
Gas Line Installation for Kitchen Appliances
Planning to switch to gas or add a cooktop in your island? We run gas lines sized for your appliance’s BTU rating, connect them from your meter or existing gas main, install shutoff valves, pressure test everything, and handle the necessary permits and inspections. See our gas line services page for full details on our approach and safety standards.
Important to note: installing gas lines for islands or new appliance locations must be done before cabinetry goes in. Retrofitting gas lines after cabinets are installed is tricky, disruptive, and costly. Coordinate this step early with your general contractor and our team.
Pot Filler Faucet Installation
Pot fillers are mounted on the wall behind your stove and make filling large pots easier. We run a cold water line inside the wall roughly 56 to 60 inches off the floor and offset a few inches from the stovetop center. It’s simple to do during a remodel with open walls but also can be done in finished kitchens by cutting and patching the wall. Contact us at 708-726-4091 to talk through your setup.
Island Sink Plumbing & Drain Venting
Installing a sink on an island is always a plumbing challenge because you can’t vent the drain like a normal wall-mounted sink. To comply with code, an island sink drain needs either an island loop vent or an air admittance valve (AAV), depending on local rules. Running hot and cold water supply lines to the island is straightforward, but routing the drain and vent through the floor requires careful planning and experience. We’ve installed plenty of island sinks in and around Thornton—call us before finalizing your layout.
Kitchen Plumbing Checklist
- Remove and install sinks (undermount, farmhouse, drop-in)
- Install faucets in all configurations
- Garbage disposal installation or replacement
- Connect dishwasher water supply and drain
- Install refrigerator ice maker water lines
- Run gas lines for ranges, cooktops, ovens
- Pot filler faucet rough-in and setup
- Under-sink water filtration and reverse osmosis systems
- Island sink drain and vent setups
- Upgrade shutoff valves throughout kitchen plumbing
- Install prep or bar sinks in pantry or island
Key Timing Tips for Kitchen Plumbing
- Confirm sink location before demolition: Moving the sink is the most extensive plumbing change and can impact costs — finalize before ordering cabinets.
- Complete gas line rough-in before cabinetry: Gas lines must be installed before cabinets are set to avoid costly adjustments.
- Install pot filler before backsplash tile: Cutting into walls is easier without finished surfaces.
- Replace old shutoff valves while accessible: Older gate valves tend to fail. Swap for ball valves during remodeling.
- Run fridge water lines before countertops: Easier to install the ice maker line before counters are in place.
Kitchen Remodel Plumbing FAQs
Yes, but it’s one of the more involved plumbing jobs. Island sinks need special venting—an island loop vent or an air admittance valve (AAV)—because they aren’t next to a vent stack in the wall. Running water supply lines is simpler, but the drain venting requires expert planning. We do these regularly—call us to go over your island’s layout before you finalize it.
Minor repairs or replacing fixtures in the same spot usually don’t require permits. But if you’re rerouting drains, installing new supply lines, adding gas lines, or changing the kitchen layout, permits and inspections are mandatory. We handle all permitting and inspection coordination as part of our service.
Yes, and it’s safest and simplest to do this during a remodel when walls are open. We install gas lines sized for your appliance, test for leaks, and get the job permitted. Schedule your gas line rough-in before cabinets are installed to avoid costly adjustments.
Absolutely. We often serve as the plumbing subcontractor for kitchen remodels, syncing our work with the general contractor’s schedule and handling permits. Getting us on board early lets us coordinate rough-in and finishing tasks efficiently. Call us at 708-726-4091 to get started.