House on a slab or crawlspace
With a basement below, new drain and supply lines hang from the joists. On a slab we cut a trench, lay the pipe at the right slope and restore the concrete.
Serving Naperville & nearby Lisle, Warrenville
Kitchen Plumbing Relocation in Naperville, IL
Sinks, dishwashers and water lines moved to the new layout in Naperville, with the drain sloped and vented to code.
- Installers working in Naperville ZIP 60540, 60563, 60564, 60565
- Hookups by licensed trades where the code calls for it
- Old unit hauled away on request
When the plumbing has to move in Naperville
A new layout often means the sink, the dishwasher or the fridge line has to move. In Naperville our licensed plumbers reroute the drain, the vent and the water supply, pull the village permit and leave everything ready for the cabinets.
Old pipes found once the wall is open
Opening a wall to move the sink often exposes old galvanized supply or a corroded drain. We tell you what we find and replace the sections that should not stay.
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.
Adding a prep or bar sink
A second sink in the island or a bar area needs its own drain, vent and supply lines. We tie it into the existing system where the route allows.
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.
Not sure if the move is even possible
We check the drain route, the vent options and the floor structure first, so the design matches what the plumbing can actually do.
Gas line in the way of the new layout
Moving a gas range is not part of a water or drain relocation. We plan it at the same time so both are roughed in before the inspection.
Drain too far from the stack
A drain that is too flat holds water and grease; one that drops too fast leaves solids behind. We lay out the run so the slope stays within code.
What we hook up and check
- Layout and route checkWe look at the floor, the basement or crawlspace and the walls to plan the drain and water route.
- Shut-off and removalWater shut off, old supply lines capped and the abandoned drain sealed properly.
- New drain at the right slopeThe new drain is pitched, supported and joined to the existing line.
- Water supply linesPEX or copper hot and cold lines with new shut-off valves at the sink.
- Dishwasher, fridge and pot filler linesWater and drain connections for every appliance that moved.
- Pressure test and inspectionLines tested for leaks and left open for the village rough-in inspection.
- Final hookupAfter the cabinets and counter are in, we set the sink, faucet, trap and appliance connections.
Models, parts and fittings
Quarter-turn shut-off valvesBall-type stops under the sink and behind the fridge that close fully with a quarter turn.
PVC drain and vent pipeThe standard for new drain and vent work in most homes: smooth inside, light and glued joints.
PEX supply linesFlexible water lines that run in long pieces with few fittings inside the wall.
Loop ventA vent loop inside the island cabinet that rises as high as possible before dropping to the drain.
Copper supply linesRigid copper where the house is already copper or where you prefer it for exposed runs.
Kitchen Plumbing Relocation before and after — Naperville homes
Before
AfterKitchen Plumbing Relocation in a 1990s two-story colonial, Naperville
This one is a 1990s two-story colonial near Highlands. The kitchen as it was: solid-surface integrated sink and golden-oak cabinets with oak soffits above. The main complaint was wanting the sink in the island. After: a new island with a prep sink, the drain, vent and water lines relocated from the old wall. Work included shut-off and removal, dishwasher, fridge and pot filler lines, plus pressure test and inspection.
Before
AfterKitchen Plumbing Relocation in a two-story colonial from the 1990s, Lisle
The site: a two-story colonial from the 1990s near Four Lakes Village. Before: white double sink and white thermofoil cabinets peeling at the edges, oak trim. 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. The job covered layout and route check, new drain at the right slope, plus water supply lines.
Kitchen Plumbing Relocation in Lisle →
Before
AfterA Naperville two-story colonial from the 1990s: before and after
Finished: 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 Naperville →
Before
AfterBefore and after: a 1990s two-story colonial in Naperville
Finished: the same doors sprayed in pale mint green, new matte black pulls; counters and floor stayed as they were.
Kitchen Cabinet Painting in Naperville →From the old unit to the new one
- Plan the moveSite check of the stack, the floor and the walls before the design is final.
- 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 connectFinal connections, leak check and a walk-through of the shut-off valves.
Kitchen Plumbing Relocation questions from Naperville homeowners
Do I need a permit to move a kitchen sink in Naperville?
Moving or adding drain and water lines usually needs a village plumbing permit and an inspection. We take care of the application.
Can I move my kitchen sink to the island?
Often. We confirm the drain path and the venting option during the site visit before you finalize the island.
What happens to the old sink drain?
It is cut back and capped or sealed so it can't let sewer gas or water into the wall.
Can you do the plumbing if another company does the cabinets?
Yes. We coordinate with your remodeler so the rough-in is done before cabinets and the final hookup after the counters.
What affects the price of moving kitchen plumbing?
Basement versus slab, the length of the run and how many fixtures move drive the price. You get a line-item estimate after we see it.
What is the Naperville building department phone number?
Permits go through Transportation, Engineering and Development (TED) Business Group, Building Permits, phone (630) 420-6100, Option 2. When your scope needs one, we prepare the application and schedule the inspections.
Naperville plumbing code: who can do the plumbing for plumbing relocation?
City guide lists plumbers among trades that require a license; plumbing pipe/fixture work needs a permit. Our plumbing connections are made by licensed plumbers.
Do I need a permit for plumbing relocation in Naperville?
It depends on the scope. Naperville's rule in short: Remodeling such as kitchens requires a permit, as do electrical work (minor repairs and low-voltage excepted), plumbing pipe/fixture installation or rearrangement, and structural changes. We handle the permit when one is needed with Transportation, Engineering and Development (TED) Business Group, Building Permits.
Do you work in my part of Naperville?
Yes. Our crews work across Naperville, including Downtown Naperville, Highlands, Tamarack — ZIP 60540, 60563, 60564, 60565 — and nearby Lisle, Warrenville, Bolingbrook.
Working in Naperville
- A lot of Naperville kitchens date from the 1990s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Most Naperville homes are single-family. We protect floors and driveways and leave the site clean every day.
- Live in the Naperville Historic District? Interior kitchen work is usually not reviewed. We check before anything touches the exterior.
Downtown NapervilleHighlandsTamarack
ZIP 60540ZIP 60563ZIP 60564ZIP 60565
Kitchen Plumbing Relocation nearby
Other kitchen services in Naperville
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.