House on a slab or crawlspace
In a ranch or split-level on a slab, moving the drain means cutting and trenching the concrete floor, then patching it. A crawlspace or basement makes the job far simpler.
Serving Wood Dale & nearby Itasca, Elk Grove Village
Kitchen Plumbing Relocation in Wood Dale, IL
Sinks, dishwashers and water lines moved to the new layout in Wood Dale, with the drain sloped and vented to code.
- Installers working in Wood Dale ZIP 60191
- Hookups by licensed trades where the code calls for it
- Old unit hauled away on request
When the plumbing has to move in Wood Dale
Moving a kitchen sink is mostly about the drain: it needs slope, a vent and a path back to the stack. We plan that route first, then run new supply lines and get the work inspected before the walls and floor close up in your Wood Dale home.
Sink moved under a window
Window walls are exterior walls, which matters in a Chicago winter. We plan the drain, the vent and the water lines so nothing sits in an uninsulated cavity.
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.
Drain too far from the stack
Long drain runs are where relocations get tricky. We map the path to the stack and make sure the pipe can keep a steady downhill pitch all the way.
Island sink with no wall to vent into
A sink in an island has no wall behind it for a vent pipe. We solve that with a loop vent under the counter, tied back into the house venting the way the plumbing code requires.
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.
Pot filler over the range
Filling stock pots at the stove means a supply line in the range wall with a shut-off you can reach. We run it before the backsplash goes up.
Gas line in the way of the new layout
If the range is moving too, the gas line has to follow. That is separate licensed work, scheduled and inspected alongside the plumbing.
What we hook up and check
- Layout and route checkA visit to trace the stack, the vent and the path from the old sink to the new spot.
- 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.
- VentingA vent tied into the system, or a loop vent in an island, run to the plumbing code.
- 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 hookupOnce the new counter is installed, the fixtures are connected and checked for leaks.
Options to choose from
Cleanouts at the new drainAn accessible cleanout near the relocated sink so a future clog can be cleared without opening the cabinet floor.
Copper supply linesType L copper soldered or press-fitted, a long-lasting choice for supply lines.
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.
What the work looks like in Wood Dale homes
Before
AfterKitchen Plumbing Relocation in a postwar bi-level, Wood Dale
The site: a postwar bi-level in Wood Dale. The kitchen as it was: stainless double sink and original birch cabinets painted white decades ago, sagging doors, chrome pulls. The reason for the call: a sink on the wrong wall for how they cook. The result: a new island with a prep sink, the drain, vent and water lines relocated from the old wall. Work included shut-off and removal, venting, plus final hookup.
Before
AfterKitchen Plumbing Relocation in a 1980s two-story, Itasca
A 1980s two-story near South Side, a typical kitchen for Itasca. The kitchen as it was: white double sink and white thermofoil cabinets peeling at the edges, oak trim. What bothered the owners most: no room to prep near the sink. Finished kitchen: a new island with a prep sink, the drain, vent and water lines relocated from the old wall. On site this meant layout and route check, venting, plus pressure test and inspection.
Kitchen Plumbing Relocation in Itasca →
Before
AfterBefore and after: a 1960s ranch in Elk Grove Village
The site: a 1960s ranch in Elk Grove Village. Before: stainless double sink and 1970s dark pecan-stained cabinets. The reason for the call: a sink on the wrong wall for how they cook. 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, new drain at the right slope, plus final hookup.
Kitchen Plumbing Relocation in Elk Grove Village →
Before
AfterA Wood Dale 1960s ranch: before and after
What changed: cabinets in soft white with unlacquered brass knobs and cup pulls, warm walnut butcher block counters, a blue handmade-look tile backsplash, warm oak luxury vinyl plank flooring and recessed lights and under-cabinet LED strips.
Kitchen Remodeling in Wood Dale →
Before
AfterWood Dale kitchen, postwar bi-level: 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 Wood Dale →Install day
- 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 Wood Dale homeowners
What happens to the old sink drain?
We remove what we can and properly cap the rest at the branch.
Can I move my kitchen sink to the island?
In most houses, yes. A basement or crawlspace below makes it simpler; a slab means cutting concrete.
Do you also move the gas line for the range?
If the range moves, the gas line moves too, as its own permitted job scheduled alongside ours.
Can you do the plumbing if another company does the cabinets?
Yes, as long as we have the cabinet layout. The drain and supply stub-outs are placed to match it.
How is an island sink vented?
A loop vent tied back into the venting system is the standard answer in Illinois kitchens; we plan its route before the island is built.
Does Wood Dale require a licensed plumber for plumbing relocation?
Plumbing contractors must register with the City and provide current State license/IDPH registration if applicable; city adopts the Illinois Plumbing Code 2014 with local amendments. Our plumbing connections are made by licensed plumbers.
What is the Wood Dale building department phone number?
Permits go through Community Development Department (https://my.wooddale.com), phone 630-766-5133. When your scope needs one, we prepare the application and schedule the inspections.
Do I need a Wood Dale-registered contractor for plumbing relocation?
All contractors (general, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, roofing, etc.) must register with the City before a permit is issued. Requires Certificate of Insurance ($2,000,000 public liability) naming the City, state license/IDPH registration if applicable. We take care of that before work starts.
Do I need a permit for plumbing relocation in Wood Dale?
It depends on the scope. Wood Dale's rule in short: A permit is required for any alteration or repair of a building. We handle the permit when one is needed with Community Development Department.
Do you work in my part of Wood Dale?
Yes. Our crews work across Wood Dale — ZIP 60191 — and nearby Itasca, Elk Grove Village, Addison.
Working in Wood Dale
- A lot of Wood Dale kitchens date from the 1960s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Most Wood Dale homes are single-family. We protect floors and driveways and leave the site clean every day.
- We know how Community Development Department handles kitchen permits and pull them for you.
ZIP 60191
Kitchen Plumbing Relocation nearby
Other kitchen services in Wood Dale
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.