Large backyard, long utility runs
A patio at the back of a deep lot needs longer utility lines. We plan the route to avoid trees, other lines and landscaping.
Serving Naperville & nearby Lisle, Warrenville
Outdoor Kitchen Installation in Naperville, IL
Built-in grills, islands and outdoor sinks for Naperville backyards, built for Chicago winters.
- Kitchen remodels across Naperville ZIP 60540, 60563, 60564, 60565
- One project manager from drawings to final walk-through
- Permits and inspections handled for you
Outdoor kitchen questions we solve for Naperville backyards
A freestanding grill and a folding table only go so far. Our Naperville 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.
Not sure if you need a permit
We look up what Naperville requires for gas, electrical and any structure, and include permits in the plan.
Evening cooking in the dark
We wire lighting into the island and around the patio so the space works at night.
Pipes that freeze over winter
Outdoor plumbing here needs a winterizing plan from day one: an indoor shutoff, a drain-down valve and fittings that can be emptied.
Setbacks and HOA rules
Before you fall in love with a layout, we confirm setbacks and any HOA approvals your neighborhood requires.
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.
Food storage and a fridge outdoors
We size the island around an outdoor-rated fridge, drawers and dry storage so everything has a place.
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.
Everything in a outdoor kitchen project
- 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 approvalsWe apply for the permits the village requires and help with HOA submissions if needed.
- Utility rough-inLines are run to the island location and roughed in before it is built.
- 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 walkthroughWe test the gas connections, outlets and drain, then show you how to use and winterize everything.
Materials and options
Block and steel-stud framesMasonry or steel framing is chosen over wood for long outdoor life.
Pergolas and coversA pergola or roof adds shade and some rain protection; it may need its own permit.
304 stainless steelThe common choice for outdoor access doors and appliances; it holds up to moisture and cleaning.
Concrete countertops and basesCast or poured concrete gives a solid, weather-rated top or island body.
Natural gas or propane grillsWe set up the grill for the fuel that suits your house: natural gas or propane.
Kitchens like yours in Naperville: before and after
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In progress
AfterBefore and after: a backyard patio in Naperville
This one is a backyard patio near Highlands. 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 site visit and measurements, design and layout, plus appliance installation.
Before
AfterA Bolingbrook backyard patio: before and after
This one is a backyard patio near Heritage Creek. The reason for the call: 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. The job covered design and layout, finishes and countertop, plus testing and walkthrough.
Outdoor Kitchen Installation in Bolingbrook →
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AfterBefore and after: a 1980s two-story in Naperville
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 Naperville →
Before
AfterA Naperville two-story colonial from the 1990s: before and after
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 →
Before
AfterBefore and after: a 1980s two-story in Naperville
Finished: new five-piece shaker doors in warm white on the existing boxes, matching face-frame veneer and satin brass pulls.
Cabinet Refacing in Naperville →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 designOn site we confirm the location, utility routes and finishes.
- 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 Naperville homeowners
Do I need a permit for an outdoor kitchen?
It depends on the village and what's included. Gas lines and new circuits generally need permits; we confirm the rest before building.
Can I add a sink to my outdoor kitchen?
Yes. Outdoor sinks here need freeze-proof plumbing and a fall drain-down.
How long does it take to build?
Most projects take a few weeks on site after permits are approved.
Can you build on my existing patio?
We inspect the patio before designing; a heavy masonry island needs a solid foundation.
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.
Does Naperville require a licensed plumber for outdoor kitchen project?
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.
What does Naperville ask for on electrical work?
City guide says electricians must be licensed; it advises insisting on seeing a current license. New circuits and wiring are done by licensed electricians.
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.
Do I need historic review for outdoor kitchen project in Naperville?
Naperville has locally reviewed areas, including Naperville Historic District (local, designated 1986 and National Register 1977). Exterior changes there can need review; interior-only work usually does not. We check before anything changes on the outside.
Do I need a permit for outdoor kitchen project 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
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Other kitchen services in Naperville
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.