Food storage and a fridge outdoors
We size the island around an outdoor-rated fridge, drawers and dry storage so everything has a place.
Serving Mount Prospect & nearby Des Plaines, Arlington Heights
Outdoor Kitchen Installation in Mount Prospect, IL
Built-in grills, islands and outdoor sinks for Mount Prospect backyards, built for Chicago winters.
- Local crews working in Mount Prospect ZIP 60056, 60005
- Design, permits and every trade on one schedule
- A written, itemized estimate before any work
Outdoor kitchen questions we solve for Mount Prospect backyards
We design and build outdoor kitchens for Mount Prospect 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.
Evening cooking in the dark
Grill lights, under-counter strips and path lights are planned with the electrical rough-in.
Wanting a sink outside
We add an outdoor sink when the plumbing can be run and drained properly; sometimes a simpler cold-water setup makes more sense.
Setbacks and HOA rules
Some subdivisions ask for an architectural review. We prepare the drawings and material list you need to submit.
Running a gas line to the grill
If your house has natural gas, we can run a line to the outdoor kitchen. Otherwise the grill is set up for a propane tank stored in a vented compartment.
Pipes that freeze over winter
Water lines to an outdoor sink must be drainable. We install shutoffs inside the heated house and drain points so the line can be emptied before freezing weather.
Grill on a cart with no prep space
A built-in grill set into an island gives you counter space on both sides, storage below and a place for platters, all at one working height.
Not sure if you need a permit
We look up what Mount Prospect requires for gas, electrical and any structure, and include permits in the plan.
Everything in a outdoor kitchen project
- 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.
- Island framingWe frame the island with weather-rated materials and cut-outs for the grill and doors.
- Finishes and countertopStone veneer, stucco or tile goes on the sides, then the top is set and sealed.
- Appliance installationThe grill, burners, fridge, sink and access doors are installed and connected.
- Testing and walkthroughEvery connection is checked, and you get a walkthrough on operation and fall shutdown.
Choices you'll make
Natural gas or propane grillsWe set up the grill for the fuel that suits your house: natural gas or propane.
Block and steel-stud framesConcrete block or galvanized steel studs make a frame that won't rot or warp outside.
Sealed granite and natural stoneDense granite tops handle sun and freezing well once sealed.
Pergolas and coversOverhead structures make the space usable in more weather and are planned with grill clearances.
Stone and brick veneerBrick or stone veneer matches the house or patio and weathers well.
Kitchens like yours in Mount Prospect: before and after
Before
In progress
AfterBefore and after: a backyard patio in Mount Prospect
The site: a backyard patio in Mount Prospect. The main complaint was a freestanding grill with nowhere to prep. Finished kitchen: 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 appliance installation.
Before
AfterDes Plaines kitchen, backyard patio: outdoor kitchen installation
This one is a backyard patio in Des Plaines. What bothered the owners most: a freestanding grill with nowhere to prep. Finished kitchen: 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 permits and approvals, appliance installation, plus testing and walkthrough.
Outdoor Kitchen Installation in Des Plaines →
Before
AfterKitchen Remodeling in a 1960s ranch, Mount Prospect
Finished: cabinets in white uppers and dusty blue lowers with matte black pulls, bright white quartz counters, a terracotta-look square tile backsplash, black-and-white checkerboard tile flooring and recessed lights and under-cabinet LED strips.
Kitchen Remodeling in Mount Prospect →
Before
AfterKitchen Cabinet Painting in a postwar Cape Cod, Mount Prospect
What changed: the same doors sprayed in pale sage, new polished nickel pulls; counters and floor stayed as they were.
Kitchen Cabinet Painting in Mount Prospect →
Before
AfterMount Prospect kitchen, 1950s ranch: cabinet refacing
New five-piece shaker doors in soft white on the existing boxes, matching face-frame veneer and satin brass pulls.
Cabinet Refacing in Mount Prospect →From first visit to final walk-through
- 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.
- 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 Mount Prospect homeowners
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.
Can you build on my existing patio?
We inspect the patio before designing; a heavy masonry island needs a solid foundation.
How do you winterize an outdoor kitchen?
Shut off the water inside the house, open the drain to empty the line, cover the grill and keep the top sealed. We walk you through it.
What appliances can go in an outdoor kitchen?
Anything rated for outdoor use: grills, burners, fridges, ice makers and warming drawers.
How long does it take to build?
Construction time depends on the size and utilities; we give you a schedule with the estimate.
Mount Prospect plumbing code: who can do the plumbing for outdoor kitchen project?
Plumbing contractors need the Village contractor license plus state license. State plumbing code requires a state-licensed plumber in multi-family buildings. Our plumbing connections are made by licensed plumbers.
Do I need a Mount Prospect-registered contractor for outdoor kitchen project?
A Contractor's License is required for general contractors (and listed trades); $200, valid one year, applied for through the online portal. We take care of that before work starts.
Does Mount Prospect require a licensed electrician for outdoor kitchen project?
Electrical contractors need the Village contractor license and must submit their state license/registration. A licensed electrician is required in multi-family buildings (condos, townhomes, 3-flats). New circuits and wiring are done by licensed electricians.
Mount Prospect building permit for outdoor kitchen project: where do I apply?
Permits go through Community Development Department - Building & Inspection Services, phone (847) 870-5675. When your scope needs one, we prepare the application and schedule the inspections.
Can you do outdoor kitchen project in a Mount Prospect condo?
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.
Do I need a permit for outdoor kitchen project in Mount Prospect?
It depends on the scope. Mount Prospect's rule in short: Kitchen remodels need a permit and a code review (about 10 business days). We handle the permit when one is needed with Community Development Department - Building & Inspection Services.
Do you work in my part of Mount Prospect?
Yes. Our crews work across Mount Prospect — ZIP 60056, 60005 — and nearby Des Plaines, Arlington Heights, Elk Grove Village.
Working in Mount Prospect
- A lot of Mount Prospect 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 Community Development Department - Building & Inspection Services handles kitchen permits and pull them for you.
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Other kitchen services in Mount Prospect
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.