Large backyard, long utility runs
We map the route from the house to the island before digging and call to have buried utilities marked.
Serving Wheaton & nearby Glen Ellyn, Winfield
Outdoor Kitchen Installation in Wheaton, IL
Built-in grills, islands and outdoor sinks for Wheaton backyards, built for Chicago winters.
- Local crews working in Wheaton ZIP 60189, 60187
- Design, permits and every trade on one schedule
- A written, itemized estimate before any work
Outdoor kitchen questions we solve for Wheaton backyards
A freestanding grill and a folding table only go so far. Our Wheaton 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.
Wanting a sink outside
An outdoor sink needs a water supply and a drain. We plan where the drain goes and how the line will be emptied for winter.
Food storage and a fridge outdoors
An outdoor fridge must be rated for outdoor use and installed with the clearances its maker lists.
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
Permit rules vary by village. Utility work generally needs one, and covered structures may as well. We confirm it before the build and handle the applications.
No power on the patio
Outdoor outlets must be GFCI-protected and in weatherproof boxes. We plan the circuit and have it installed and inspected.
Running a gas line to the grill
A built-in grill on natural gas needs a line from the house, sized for the appliances and installed with a permit. We coordinate it with a licensed gas installer as required.
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.
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.
- Permits and approvalsPermit applications for gas, electrical and structure are prepared and filed.
- 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.
- Finishes and countertopWe apply the exterior finish and install a weather-rated top.
- 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
Pergolas and coversA pergola or roof adds shade and some rain protection; it may need its own permit.
Concrete countertops and basesCast or poured concrete gives a solid, weather-rated top or island body.
Stone and brick veneerNatural or manufactured stone veneer over cement board covers the island in a durable finish.
Sealed granite and natural stoneDense granite tops handle sun and freezing well once sealed.
Natural gas or propane grillsBuilt-in grills run on a natural gas line from the house or a propane tank in a vented cabinet.
Kitchens like yours in Wheaton: before and after
Before
In progress
AfterOutdoor Kitchen Installation in a backyard, Wheaton
This one is a backyard in Wheaton. The reason for the call: an empty patio they wanted to use for cooking. 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 permits and approvals, finishes and countertop, plus appliance installation.
Before
AfterA Glen Ellyn patio off the kitchen: before and after
A patio off the kitchen in Glen Ellyn, a typical kitchen for Glen Ellyn. The reason for the call: cooking outside without counter space or storage. After: 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 base and footing, appliance installation, plus testing and walkthrough.
Outdoor Kitchen Installation in Glen Ellyn →
Before
AfterKitchen Remodeling in a 1980s two-story, Wheaton
Cabinets in muted aubergine with matte black pulls, dark soapstone-look quartz counters, a terracotta-look square tile backsplash, hickory luxury vinyl plank flooring and two glass pendants and recessed lights.
Kitchen Remodeling in Wheaton →
Before
AfterA Wheaton two-story colonial from the 1990s: before and after
The same doors sprayed in white uppers and dusty blue lowers, new polished nickel pulls; counters and floor stayed as they were.
Kitchen Cabinet Painting in Wheaton →
Before
AfterA Wheaton two-story colonial from the 1990s: before and after
Finished: new flat slab doors with a thin edge in white uppers and deep green lowers on the existing boxes, matching face-frame veneer and satin brass pulls.
Cabinet Refacing in Wheaton →How your outdoor kitchen project goes
- Tell us about your yardA few pictures and your wish list help us plan the first visit.
- Site visit and designOn site we confirm the location, utility routes and finishes.
- Written estimate and permitsWe put the scope and price in writing, then file the paperwork.
- BuildConstruction usually runs over several weeks depending on weather and inspections.
- Startup and handoverA final walkthrough covers how to use, clean and close down the kitchen for winter.
Outdoor Kitchen Installation questions from Wheaton homeowners
What appliances can go in an outdoor kitchen?
We install the grill and any outdoor-rated appliances you choose and plan the space around them.
How much does an outdoor kitchen cost?
We can't price it without seeing the yard: a simple grill island and a full kitchen with a sink and pergola are very different jobs.
What countertop works best outside?
Sealed granite and properly made concrete hold up well. Some light-colored and softer stones are less suited to freeze-thaw.
Can you build on my existing patio?
We inspect the patio before designing; a heavy masonry island needs a solid foundation.
Can I add a sink to my outdoor kitchen?
Yes. Outdoor sinks here need freeze-proof plumbing and a fall drain-down.
What does Wheaton ask for on electrical work?
Electrical contractors must submit a copy of their electrical license to register. New circuits and wiring are done by licensed electricians.
Do I need a Wheaton-registered contractor for outdoor kitchen project?
Yes: contractors register online with the City; $75 fee, renewed annually. We take care of that before work starts.
Does outdoor kitchen project need a Wheaton building permit, and who files it?
Permits go through Building & Code Enforcement Department, phone 630-260-2050. When your scope needs one, we prepare the application and schedule the inspections.
Does Wheaton require a licensed plumber for outdoor kitchen project?
Plumbing contractors must submit State Plumbing Contractor Registration (055) and State Plumbing license (058). Our plumbing connections are made by licensed plumbers.
Do you work in my part of Wheaton?
Yes. Our crews work across Wheaton, including Downtown Wheaton, Wheaton Center, Danada Square area — ZIP 60189, 60187 — and nearby Glen Ellyn, Winfield, Glendale Heights.
Working in Wheaton
- A lot of Wheaton kitchens date from the 1970s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Most Wheaton homes are single-family. We protect floors and driveways and leave the site clean every day.
- Older paint is treated with lead-safe practices: containment, HEPA cleanup and a clean hand-over.
Downtown WheatonWheaton CenterDanada Square area
ZIP 60189ZIP 60187
Outdoor Kitchen Installation nearby
Other kitchen services in Wheaton
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.