Plumbing Services for Kitchen Remodels in Ottawa, IL
Whether you’re swapping out a faucet and hooking up a disposal in a few hours or tackling a full kitchen plumbing rough-in — like moving the sink to an island, installing gas lines for a range, or adding a pot filler — we cover all scopes. The size of the job affects time, cost, and permit needs. No matter what, we take care of it from start to finish.
Here’s my pro tip: get us involved before your cabinets go in. Moving sinks means rerouting drains and vents, which is way easier with the subfloor exposed. Gas lines, like for a stove or cooktop, have to be roughed in early — before cabinetry. Pot filler faucet installations require wall access behind the range, so that happens before backsplash tile. Scheduling plumbing early keeps your project running smoothly.
We also handle stand-alone kitchen plumbing repairs and upgrades outside remodels — faucet replacements, garbage disposal repairs or installs, dishwasher hookup, and refrigerator water line installs. Remodeling is a good time to check your water heater’s capacity and fix any slow drains before cabinets go back in. Give us a call at 815-324-1310 for any kitchen plumbing needs.
Our Kitchen Plumbing Services
Sink & Faucet Installation
We install all types of kitchen sinks: undermount (which requires close coordination with your countertop fabricator), drop-in, farmhouse/apron-front, double bowl, single bowl, and prep sinks. Sink installs include setting the drain assembly, P-trap, strainer, and hooking up both hot and cold braided stainless steel supply lines — no brittle plastic here. Garbage disposal installs are a common add-on service we do at the same time.
For faucets, we handle all styles and configurations — single-hole, three-hole with deck plates, you name it. We pressure test everything before signing off. If you want to move the sink to a new spot, that’s a bigger job involving drain reroutes and vent changes. We manage permits and inspections to get it done right.
Dishwasher & Appliance Hookups
Hooking up your dishwasher means connecting the hot water supply line, ensuring the drain hose has a proper high loop or air gap to prevent sewage backup, and coordinating with your electrician for power. For refrigerators with ice makers or water dispensers, we run dedicated cold water lines from the nearest supply, using copper or braided stainless with accessible shutoff valves behind the unit.
We also install instant hot water dispensers, under-sink filtration systems, and reverse osmosis setups. For RO systems, we run a dedicated faucet mounted on your sink or countertop, connect water supply and waste lines, and advise on maintenance. Call us at 815-324-1310 to get your kitchen appliances connected properly.
Gas Line Installation for Kitchen Appliances
Changing from electric to gas? Adding a gas cooktop to an island? We install gas lines sized right for your appliance’s BTU load. We run pipes from your existing gas supply, install shutoff valves, connect appliances with approved flexible connectors, and pressure test the whole system. Permits and inspections are part of our process. Check out our gas line services page for details.
Remember, gas line rough-ins must be done before cabinets go in. Trying to snake a gas line around finished cabinets can get costly and complicated. Plan ahead with your general contractor and us to keep things efficient.
Pot Filler Faucet Installation
A pot filler faucet mounted above the stove lets you fill pots without hauling heavy water across the kitchen. Installing one means running a cold water supply line inside the wall about 56 to 60 inches off the floor, a little to the side of your range. This is easiest when walls are open during a remodel. If your kitchen is finished, we can still install one but it involves opening and patching the wall and possibly refinishing tile or paint. Call 815-324-1310 to talk about your options.
Island Sink Drain & Vent Setup
Island sinks are tricky because their drains can't vent through a nearby wall like usual. To keep everything flowing smoothly and code-compliant, we install an island loop vent or an air admittance valve (AAV), depending on local code requirements. Running hot and cold water supply lines to the island is straightforward, but routing drains and vents through the floor and subfloor takes skill and planning. We’re experienced with island plumbing setups—give us a call before you lock in your island’s layout.
Kitchen Plumbing Project Checklist
- Sink removal and installation (undermount, farmhouse, drop-in)
- Faucet installation of all types
- Garbage disposal install or replacement
- Dishwasher water supply and drain hookup
- Water line for refrigerator ice makers
- Gas line installation for ranges and ovens
- Pot filler faucet rough-in and full install
- Under-sink water filtration and reverse osmosis systems
- Drain and vent routing for island sinks
- Upgrade shutoff valves throughout kitchen plumbing
- Install prep or bar sinks in pantry or island
Timing Tips for Kitchen Plumbing
- Finalize sink location before demolition: Moving sinks is costly—confirm before ordering cabinets
- Complete gas line rough-ins before cabinetry: Gas piping must be roughed in before cabinets go in
- Install pot filler before backsplash tile: Wall access is much easier before tiling
- Replace old shutoff valves while plumbing is exposed: Many old gate valves fail—swap them for ball valves during remodel
- Run refrigerator water lines before countertops: Easier to install ice maker lines before counters are set
Plumbing costs vary widely: swapping a faucet and disposal might be a few hundred dollars, while a full rough-in including sink relocation and gas line installation can run several thousand. Pricing here is a rough guide only. Call us at 815-324-1310 with your project details for a straightforward, accurate quote.
Kitchen Remodeling Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, but it’s one of the more complicated plumbing tasks. Island sinks need special venting, like an island loop vent or an air admittance valve (AAV), since there’s no nearby wall stack. The water supply is easier to run, but the drain and vent lines have to be routed carefully through the floor. We handle this work regularly—call us at 815-324-1310 to discuss your island plan before finalizing it.
If you’re just replacing a faucet, garbage disposal, or hooking up a dishwasher in the same spot, typically no permit is needed. But for any drain reroutes, new supply lines, gas line installations, or moving fixtures, permits are required. We handle all permit applications and inspections as part of our service.
Yes, absolutely. Installing gas lines is best done during a remodel when walls are open. We can size and install the gas piping for ranges, cooktops, and ovens, pressure test everything, and secure permits. Be sure to get the gas rough-in done before your cabinets go in to avoid costly rework.
We do. We partner with general contractors and kitchen designers to fit plumbing rough-ins and finish work into your project timeline. We take care of permits and inspections so you don’t have to. Contact us early at 815-324-1310 to get plumbing properly scheduled.