House on a slab or crawlspace
In a ranch or split-level on a slab, moving the drain means cutting and trenching the concrete floor, then patching it. A crawlspace or basement makes the job far simpler.
Serving Lisle & nearby Downers Grove, Woodridge
Kitchen Plumbing Relocation in Lisle, IL
Sinks, dishwashers and water lines moved to the new layout in Lisle, with the drain sloped and vented to code.
- Installers working in Lisle ZIP 60532
- Hookups by licensed trades where the code calls for it
- Old unit hauled away on request
When the plumbing has to move in Lisle
A new layout often means the sink, the dishwasher or the fridge line has to move. In Lisle our licensed plumbers reroute the drain, the vent and the water supply, pull the village permit and leave everything ready for the cabinets.
Condo kitchen tied to a shared stack
Condo relocations are limited by the shared stack and the ceiling of the neighbor below. We review the building rules and check how far the sink can realistically move.
Island sink with no wall to vent into
Island sinks need venting like any other fixture, and there is no stud wall to hide it in. The usual answers are a loop vent in the island cabinet or a mechanical vent where allowed.
Gas line in the way of the new layout
A new range location means rerouting gas, which is handled as its own licensed job. We sequence it with the sink move so the walls only open once.
Adding a prep or bar sink
Bar and prep sinks need the same drain, vent and water as a full sink. We find the shortest path back to the plumbing you already have.
Dishwasher on the wrong side of the sink
Moving the dishwasher to the other side of the sink means a new drain connection, a new supply line and often a new electrical feed. We handle the plumbing side and coordinate the rest.
Sink moved under a window
A window wall often has no drain or vent. We route both around the window opening and keep the pipes out of the exterior wall cavity where they could freeze.
Sink stuck on the wrong wall
If the sink sits in a corner or far from the range, the work triangle never feels right. A new drain and supply run lets the sink go where you actually prep.
Included with the install
- Layout and route checkWe look at the floor, the basement or crawlspace and the walls to plan the drain and water route.
- Permit applicationPermit paperwork handled before the first pipe is cut.
- Shut-off and removalWater shut off, old supply lines capped and the abandoned drain sealed properly.
- Opening walls or floorDrywall, subfloor or concrete opened only where the new pipe has to run.
- Water supply linesSupply lines run to the new location, with quarter-turn stops under the sink.
- Dishwasher, fridge and pot filler linesWater and drain connections for every appliance that moved.
- Final hookupAfter the cabinets and counter are in, we set the sink, faucet, trap and appliance connections.
Options to choose from
Quarter-turn shut-off valvesBall-type stops under the sink and behind the fridge that close fully with a quarter turn.
Loop ventA vent loop inside the island cabinet that rises as high as possible before dropping to the drain.
Cleanouts at the new drainWe add a cleanout where the new drain joins the old line, so it can be serviced later.
PEX supply linesPEX bends around framing, which means fewer joints that could leak later.
Copper supply linesType L copper soldered or press-fitted, a long-lasting choice for supply lines.
Kitchen Plumbing Relocation before and after — Lisle homes
Before
AfterBefore and after: a two-story colonial from the 1990s in Lisle
This one is a two-story colonial from the 1990s near Oakview. What we started with: white double sink and white thermofoil cabinets peeling at the edges, oak trim. What bothered the owners most: a sink on the wrong wall for how they cook. The result: a new island with a prep sink, the drain, vent and water lines relocated from the old wall. Work included permit application, shut-off and removal, plus water supply lines.
Before
AfterA Downers Grove postwar bi-level: before and after
A postwar bi-level near E.H. Prince Subdivision, a typical kitchen for Downers Grove. The kitchen as it was: stainless double sink and dark walnut-stained flush-panel cabinets with brass pulls. The reason for the call: no room to prep near the sink. After: a new island with a prep sink, the drain, vent and water lines relocated from the old wall. On site this meant layout and route check, permit application, plus final hookup.
Kitchen Plumbing Relocation in Downers Grove →
Before
AfterKitchen Plumbing Relocation in a 1980s two-story, Woodridge
A 1980s two-story near Seven Bridges, a typical kitchen for Woodridge. What we started with: solid-surface integrated sink and golden-oak cabinets with oak soffits above. The reason for the call: a sink in the wrong place for the new layout. The result: a new island with a prep sink, the drain, vent and water lines relocated from the old wall. The job covered layout and route check, water supply lines, plus final hookup.
Kitchen Plumbing Relocation in Woodridge →
Before
AfterA Lisle 1980s two-story: before and after
What changed: cabinets in light butter yellow with satin brass pulls, charcoal concrete-look quartz counters, a terracotta-look square tile backsplash, gray wood-look porcelain plank flooring and two glass pendants and recessed lights.
Kitchen Remodeling in Lisle →
Before
AfterA Lisle two-story colonial from the 1990s: before and after
The same doors sprayed in pale mint green, new matte black pulls; counters and floor stayed as they were.
Kitchen Cabinet Painting in Lisle →Install day
- Plan the moveWe visit, trace the drain and vent route and confirm the new layout works.
- Permit and rough-inWe pull the permit and install the new pipe while the kitchen is open.
- Test and inspectPressure test, then the village inspector checks the rough plumbing.
- Close up and connectAfter cabinets and counters, we set the sink, the faucet and the appliance hookups.
Kitchen Plumbing Relocation questions from Lisle homeowners
How far can a sink move from the drain?
There is no single number; what matters is keeping the drain sloped and properly vented all the way to the stack.
How long does a kitchen plumbing relocation take?
Usually a few days of plumbing work spread over the remodel: rough-in early, final hookup at the end.
Do I need a permit to move a kitchen sink in Lisle?
Generally yes. The permit and the rough-in inspection are part of how we do a relocation.
How is an island sink vented?
With a loop vent inside the island cabinet, tied back into the venting system. The exact route depends on the layout and the plumbing inspector.
Can you do the plumbing if another company does the cabinets?
Sure. We work around the cabinet and counter schedule so the pipes end up where the sink base needs them.
Do Lisle condo associations need to approve plumbing relocation?
Associations usually set rules for work hours, elevators, deliveries and insurance, and many require approval for plumbing, electrical or structural changes. We provide the certificate of insurance and follow the building's rules.
Lisle building permit for plumbing relocation: where do I apply?
Permits go through Development Services Department, phone 630-271-4150. When your scope needs one, we prepare the application and schedule the inspections.
Do you work in my part of Lisle?
Yes. Our crews work across Lisle, including Oakview, The Meadows, Four Lakes Village — ZIP 60532 — and nearby Downers Grove, Woodridge, Wheaton.
Working in Lisle
- A lot of Lisle kitchens date from the 1980s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Condo or townhome? We follow association rules on work hours and elevators and bring the insurance certificate your board asks for.
OakviewThe MeadowsFour Lakes Village
ZIP 60532
Kitchen Plumbing Relocation nearby
Other kitchen services in Lisle
Kitchen Sink Installation & ReplacementNew sinks, undermount and farmhouse styles.
Kitchen Faucet InstallationFaucet swaps and new pull-down faucets.
Garbage Disposal Installation & RepairDisposals unjammed, repaired or replaced, with the drain connected right.
Kitchen RemodelingFull kitchen remodels, from layout to last cabinet pull.
Kitchen Cabinet PaintingFactory-smooth painted cabinets without replacing them.