Large backyard, long utility runs
In Elk Grove Village, many yards put the patio far from the house. Longer gas and electrical runs mean trenching and planning, which we include in the estimate.
Serving Elk Grove Village & nearby Itasca, Wood Dale
Outdoor Kitchen Installation in Elk Grove Village, IL
Built-in grills, islands and outdoor sinks for Elk Grove Village backyards, built for Chicago winters.
- Kitchen remodels across Elk Grove Village ZIP 60007
- One project manager from drawings to final walk-through
- Permits and inspections handled for you
Outdoor kitchen questions we solve for Elk Grove Village backyards
An outdoor kitchen here has to survive freeze-thaw cycles, snow load and road-salt air, not just summer cookouts. We build grill islands in Elk Grove Village on a proper base, with weather-rated materials, gas and electrical run to code and plumbing that can be drained before the first hard frost.
Protecting it through winter
We leave you a short fall checklist for draining, covering and protecting the appliances.
Pipes that freeze over winter
A sink line that holds water through a Chicago winter can split. We plan the plumbing so it drains down completely each fall.
No power on the patio
An extension cord across the patio isn't a plan. A dedicated outdoor circuit with GFCI receptacles powers the island safely.
Materials that crack or rust outside
Indoor cabinets and untreated wood don't last outside here. We build with concrete, masonry, sealed stone and 304 stainless, which handle moisture and freeze-thaw.
Evening cooking in the dark
We wire lighting into the island and around the patio so the space works at night.
Uneven patio or no base to build on
An island needs a stable, level base. We pour a new pad or check that your patio can carry the weight of masonry and a stone top.
Setbacks and HOA rules
Before you fall in love with a layout, we confirm setbacks and any HOA approvals your neighborhood requires.
What's included
- Site visit and measurementsA visit to measure the area and check where gas, power and water can come from.
- Design and layoutYou get a plan showing the island shape, grill location and finishes.
- Permits and approvalsWe apply for the permits the village requires and help with HOA submissions if needed.
- Utility rough-inGas, electrical and water lines are trenched or routed to the island and inspected where required.
- Island framingThe island frame goes up in block or steel studs with cement board, with openings sized for each appliance.
- Finishes and countertopWe apply the exterior finish and install a weather-rated top.
- Appliance installationThe grill, burners, fridge, sink and access doors are installed and connected.
Finishes and options
Concrete countertops and basesConcrete is strong and freeze-resistant when properly made and sealed.
304 stainless steelThe common choice for outdoor access doors and appliances; it holds up to moisture and cleaning.
Block and steel-stud framesMasonry or steel framing is chosen over wood for long outdoor life.
Sealed granite and natural stoneDense granite tops handle sun and freezing well once sealed.
Pergolas and coversA pergola or roof adds shade and some rain protection; it may need its own permit.
Kitchens like yours in Elk Grove Village: before and after
Before
In progress
AfterBefore and after: a patio off the kitchen in Elk Grove Village
This one is a patio off the kitchen in Elk Grove Village. The main complaint was a freestanding grill with nowhere to prep. The result: an outdoor kitchen island with a built-in grill and side burner, a stone veneer base, a granite top and a pergola overhead. On site this meant permits and approvals, island framing, plus appliance installation.
Before
AfterA Wood Dale backyard: before and after
A backyard in Wood Dale, a typical kitchen for Wood Dale. What bothered the owners most: cooking outside without counter space or storage. The result: an outdoor kitchen island with a built-in grill and side burner, a stone veneer base, a granite top and a pergola overhead. On site this meant utility rough-in, finishes and countertop, plus appliance installation.
Outdoor Kitchen Installation in Wood Dale →
Before
AfterKitchen Remodeling in a postwar bi-level, Elk Grove Village
What changed: cabinets in light butter yellow with polished nickel pulls, black honed granite counters, a gray beveled subway tile backsplash, light oak hardwood flooring and two glass pendants and recessed lights.
Kitchen Remodeling in Elk Grove Village →
Before
AfterKitchen Cabinet Painting in a postwar bi-level, Elk Grove Village
Finished: the same doors sprayed in creamy white uppers and navy lowers, new brushed nickel bar pulls; counters and floor stayed as they were.
Kitchen Cabinet Painting in Elk Grove Village →
Before
AfterElk Grove Village kitchen, postwar Cape Cod: cabinet refacing
What changed: new five-piece shaker doors in creamy white uppers and navy lowers on the existing boxes, matching face-frame veneer and unlacquered brass knobs and cup pulls.
Cabinet Refacing in Elk Grove Village →From first visit to final walk-through
- Tell us about your yardA few pictures and your wish list help us plan the first visit.
- Site visit and designOn site we confirm the location, utility routes and finishes.
- Written estimate and permitsWe put the scope and price in writing, then file the paperwork.
- BuildConstruction usually runs over several weeks depending on weather and inspections.
- Startup and handoverA final walkthrough covers how to use, clean and close down the kitchen for winter.
Outdoor Kitchen Installation questions from Elk Grove Village homeowners
How long does it take to build?
Often several weeks from start of construction, depending on permits, inspections and weather.
Do I need a permit for an outdoor kitchen?
It depends on the village and what's included. Gas lines and new circuits generally need permits; we confirm the rest before building.
How do you winterize an outdoor kitchen?
Fall shutdown is quick: water off and drained, appliances covered. We leave written steps.
Is an outdoor kitchen worth it in Chicago?
For people who grill a lot, yes. Choosing weather-rated materials and a drainable water line is what makes it last here.
What countertop works best outside?
Dense, sealed stone or concrete. We avoid materials that absorb water and crack in winter.
Do you work in my part of Elk Grove Village?
Yes. Our crews work across Elk Grove Village — ZIP 60007 — and nearby Itasca, Wood Dale, Schaumburg.
Working in Elk Grove Village
- A lot of Elk Grove Village kitchens date from the 1970s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Most Elk Grove Village homes are single-family. We protect floors and driveways and leave the site clean every day.
- Older paint is treated with lead-safe practices: containment, HEPA cleanup and a clean hand-over.
ZIP 60007
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Other kitchen services in Elk Grove Village
Kitchen RemodelingFull kitchen remodels, from layout to last cabinet pull.
Kitchen Cabinet PaintingFactory-smooth painted cabinets without replacing them.
Cabinet RefacingNew doors and fronts on your existing cabinet boxes.
Countertop Fabrication & InstallationQuartz, granite and butcher block, templated and installed.
Kitchen Backsplash InstallationTile backsplashes with clean lines and flush outlets.