Grill on a cart with no prep space
We replace the rolling grill and side table with a permanent island sized for the way you cook.
Serving Lombard & nearby Villa Park, Glen Ellyn
Outdoor Kitchen Installation in Lombard, IL
Built-in grills, islands and outdoor sinks for Lombard backyards, built for Chicago winters.
- Kitchen remodels across Lombard ZIP 60148
- One project manager from drawings to final walk-through
- Permits and inspections handled for you
Outdoor kitchen questions we solve for Lombard backyards
A freestanding grill and a folding table only go so far. Our Lombard crew builds permanent outdoor kitchens with a concrete or block base, stone or stainless finishes, GFCI-protected outlets and permits pulled where the village requires them.
Uneven patio or no base to build on
If the existing patio is cracked or sloped, we fix the base before building anything on top of it.
Protecting it through winter
We leave you a short fall checklist for draining, covering and protecting the appliances.
Not sure if you need a permit
We look up what Lombard requires for gas, electrical and any structure, and include permits in the plan.
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
Cheap stainless and painted steel rust near the grill. We use 304-grade stainless for doors and drawers and weather-rated materials for the structure.
Setbacks and HOA rules
Some subdivisions ask for an architectural review. We prepare the drawings and material list you need to submit.
Smoke blowing toward the house or neighbors
We position the grill so smoke goes away from the back door and seating, with the clearances the manufacturer specifies.
What's included
- Site visit and measurementsA visit to measure the area and check where gas, power and water can come from.
- Design and layoutWe lay out the island, appliances and clearances and agree on materials with you.
- Base and footingA concrete pad or footing is poured, or the existing patio is checked and prepared.
- Utility rough-inGas, electrical and water lines are trenched or routed to the island and inspected where required.
- 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.
Materials and options
304 stainless steelUsed for doors, drawers and grill heads because it resists rust outdoors much better than lower grades.
Pergolas and coversA pergola or roof adds shade and some rain protection; it may need its own permit.
Stone and brick veneerBrick or stone veneer matches the house or patio and weathers well.
Natural gas or propane grillsBuilt-in grills run on a natural gas line from the house or a propane tank in a vented cabinet.
Sealed granite and natural stoneA sealed stone top stands up to weather and grill heat.
Before and after: kitchens near Lombard
Before
In progress
AfterA Lombard patio off the kitchen: before and after
The site: a patio off the kitchen in Lombard. The main complaint was 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 design and layout, base and footing, plus finishes and countertop.
Before
AfterBefore and after: a backyard in Villa Park
The site: a backyard in Villa Park. The reason for the call: a freestanding grill with nowhere to prep. After: 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 design and layout, utility rough-in, plus finishes and countertop.
Outdoor Kitchen Installation in Villa Park →
Before
AfterLombard kitchen, 1960s ranch: kitchen remodeling
Cabinets in dark teal with brushed nickel bar pulls, charcoal concrete-look quartz counters, a white 2x8 tile in a vertical stack backsplash, hickory luxury vinyl plank flooring and recessed lights and under-cabinet LED strips.
Kitchen Remodeling in Lombard →
Before
AfterLombard kitchen, 1950s ranch: kitchen cabinet painting
What changed: the same doors sprayed in powder blue, new satin brass pulls; counters and floor stayed as they were.
Kitchen Cabinet Painting in Lombard →
Before
AfterA Lombard 1950s ranch: before and after
Finished: new five-piece shaker doors in soft white on the existing boxes, matching face-frame veneer and satin brass pulls.
Cabinet Refacing in Lombard →How your outdoor kitchen project goes
- 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 permitsYou get an itemized estimate, and once approved, we apply for permits.
- BuildBase, utilities, framing, finishes and appliances, with inspections where required.
- Startup and handoverA final walkthrough covers how to use, clean and close down the kitchen for winter.
Outdoor Kitchen Installation questions from Lombard homeowners
Natural gas or propane?
Natural gas means no tanks to refill and is usually preferred if your house has it. Propane works where a gas line isn't practical.
Do I need a permit for an outdoor kitchen?
Most outdoor kitchens with utilities need at least one permit. We handle the applications and inspections.
How long does it take to build?
Construction time depends on the size and utilities; we give you a schedule with the estimate.
Can you build on my existing patio?
We inspect the patio before designing; a heavy masonry island needs a solid foundation.
What countertop works best outside?
We recommend granite, concrete or other weather-rated tops and seal them for outdoor use.
Lombard building permit for outdoor kitchen project: where do I apply?
Permits go through Building Division, Community Development and Building, phone (630) 620-5750. When your scope needs one, we prepare the application and schedule the inspections.
Do I need a Lombard-registered contractor for outdoor kitchen project?
Contractors must register with the Village: $100 fee, valid 1 year, online or via Building Division; insurance certificate with at least $300,000 liability coverage. We take care of that before work starts.
Do Lombard condo associations need to approve outdoor kitchen project?
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.
Lombard plumbing code: who can do the plumbing for outdoor kitchen project?
Registration requires a copy of a current State of Illinois Department of Public Health plumbing registration. Our plumbing connections are made by licensed plumbers.
Does Lombard require a licensed electrician for outdoor kitchen project?
Registration requires a copy of a current electrician license from a testing municipality plus a certificate of insurance. New circuits and wiring are done by licensed electricians.
Do I need a permit for outdoor kitchen project in Lombard?
It depends on the scope. Lombard's rule in short: Village requires a building permit for new structures and updates to existing structures; replacing interior doors and fixtures at the same size with no structural change needs no permit. We handle the permit when one is needed with Building Division, Community Development and Building.
Do you work in my part of Lombard?
Yes. Our crews work across Lombard — ZIP 60148 — and nearby Villa Park, Glen Ellyn, Addison.
Working in Lombard
- A lot of Lombard kitchens date from the 1960s. 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.
- We know how Building Division, Community Development and Building handles kitchen permits and pull them for you.
ZIP 60148
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Other kitchen services in Lombard
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.