Large backyard, long utility runs
In Glen Ellyn, 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 Glen Ellyn & nearby Wheaton, Lombard
Outdoor Kitchen Installation in Glen Ellyn, IL
Built-in grills, islands and outdoor sinks for Glen Ellyn backyards, built for Chicago winters.
- Local crews working in Glen Ellyn ZIP 60137
- Design, permits and every trade on one schedule
- A written, itemized estimate before any work
Outdoor kitchen questions we solve for Glen Ellyn backyards
We design and build outdoor kitchens for Glen Ellyn patios: a built-in grill on natural gas or propane, counter space, storage, and when you want them, a sink, a fridge and lighting. The frame, the top and every utility line are chosen with Chicago winters in mind.
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.
Smoke blowing toward the house or neighbors
Grill placement matters: we plan around prevailing wind, windows, doors and overhangs, and follow the grill maker's clearance requirements.
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.
Running a gas line to the grill
A built-in grill on natural gas needs a line from the house, sized for the appliances and installed with a permit. We coordinate it with a licensed gas installer as required.
Food storage and a fridge outdoors
Only outdoor-rated refrigerators belong outside; indoor units struggle with heat and cold. We plan the space, power and ventilation they need.
Protecting it through winter
We leave you a short fall checklist for draining, covering and protecting the appliances.
Wanting a sink outside
Rinsing and cleanup outside is easier with a sink, but the drain route and freeze protection have to be solved first.
What's included
- Site visit and measurementsWe look at the patio, the house wall, gas and electrical locations and how you want to use the space.
- Design and layoutYou get a plan showing the island shape, grill location and finishes.
- Permits and approvalsPermit applications for gas, electrical and structure are prepared and filed.
- Base and footingA concrete pad or footing is poured, or the existing patio is checked and prepared.
- Island framingWe frame the island with weather-rated materials and cut-outs for the grill and doors.
- Finishes and countertopWe apply the exterior finish and install a weather-rated top.
- Testing and walkthroughWe test the gas connections, outlets and drain, then show you how to use and winterize everything.
Choices you'll make
304 stainless steelUsed for doors, drawers and grill heads because it resists rust outdoors much better than lower grades.
Block and steel-stud framesMasonry or steel framing is chosen over wood for long outdoor life.
Natural gas or propane grillsBuilt-in grills run on a natural gas line from the house or a propane tank in a vented cabinet.
Concrete countertops and basesConcrete is strong and freeze-resistant when properly made and sealed.
Pergolas and coversOverhead structures make the space usable in more weather and are planned with grill clearances.
Kitchens like yours in Glen Ellyn: before and after
Before
In progress
AfterGlen Ellyn kitchen, backyard: outdoor kitchen installation
A backyard in Glen Ellyn, a typical kitchen for Glen Ellyn. 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. Work included site visit and measurements, permits and approvals, plus island framing.
Before
AfterOutdoor Kitchen Installation in a backyard, Wheaton
A backyard in Wheaton, a typical kitchen for Wheaton. The reason for the call: an empty patio they wanted to use for cooking. 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. The job covered island framing, finishes and countertop, plus testing and walkthrough.
Outdoor Kitchen Installation in Wheaton →
Before
AfterGlen Ellyn kitchen, 1950s ranch: kitchen remodeling
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 Glen Ellyn →
Before
AfterKitchen Cabinet Painting in a postwar Cape Cod, Glen Ellyn
What changed: 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 Glen Ellyn →
Before
AfterBefore and after: a 1960s ranch in Glen Ellyn
New five-piece shaker doors in soft white on the existing boxes, matching face-frame veneer and satin brass pulls.
Cabinet Refacing in Glen Ellyn →The project, step by step
- Tell us about your yardSend photos of the patio and the back of the house, and let us know what you want to cook and store.
- Site visit and designWe measure, check utilities and permits and present a layout with materials.
- 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 Glen Ellyn homeowners
How do you winterize an outdoor kitchen?
Drain the water line, unplug and prop open the fridge if the maker recommends it, and cover the appliances.
How long does it take to build?
Construction time depends on the size and utilities; we give you a schedule with the estimate.
What appliances can go in an outdoor kitchen?
Built-in grills, side burners, griddles, pizza ovens, outdoor-rated fridges, sinks and storage drawers.
How much does an outdoor kitchen cost?
It depends on size, the appliances, materials and how far gas, power and water must run. We give a written, itemized estimate after a site visit.
Is an outdoor kitchen worth it in Chicago?
It depends on how much you cook and entertain outside. We help you decide on a scope that matches how you'd use it.
Glen Ellyn contractor registration: do kitchen contractors need it?
Contractors must register with the Village and meet license and insurance requirements (Village Code 4-1-11); work that does not need a building permit is exempt. We take care of that before work starts.
Do you work in my part of Glen Ellyn?
Yes. Our crews work across Glen Ellyn — ZIP 60137 — and nearby Wheaton, Lombard, Glendale Heights.
Working in Glen Ellyn
- A lot of Glen Ellyn kitchens date from the 1970s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Most Glen Ellyn 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 60137
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Other kitchen services in Glen Ellyn
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.