Plumbing Solutions for Kitchen Remodels in Richmond, IL
Kitchen plumbing jobs for remodels vary widely—from quick faucet replacements and hooking up disposals or dishwashers to extensive work like relocating the sink to an island, installing gas lines for a new stove, adding a bar sink in the pantry, or roughing in a pot filler. The size of the job influences the price, schedule, and permit requirements. Either way, we have you covered.
Here’s my advice: call us early at 779-217-8292—ideally before cabinets are set. Relocating sinks means rerouting drains and vents, which is much easier while the subfloor is exposed. Gas lines for stoves or island cooktops need to be roughed in prior to cabinet installation. Pot fillers require opening the wall behind the range, so it's simpler before backsplash tile goes up. Scheduling the plumber early prevents costly delays later.
We also handle stand-alone kitchen plumbing jobs outside of remodels: faucet replacements, disposal repairs, dishwasher hookups, and refrigerator water line installs. Plus, remodeling is a great time to check that your water heater can keep up with added appliances or to clear slow kitchen drains before closing up cabinets. Give us a call at 779-217-8292 for any kitchen plumbing need.
Our Kitchen Plumbing Services
Sink & Faucet Installation
We install all kitchen sink styles: undermount (which must be coordinated with countertop fabrication), drop-in, apron-front farmhouse, single or double bowl, and prep sinks. Our work covers drain assembly, strainers, P-traps, and connecting the hot and cold water lines with braided stainless steel tubing—not those old plastic lines that tend to crack. If you want a garbage disposal installed, we include that in the same visit.
Faucet installs cover every kind of mounting setup—be it 1-hole, 3-hole, or deck-mounted with plates. Before we finish, we pressure test all connections to ensure there are no leaks. Moving your sink to a new spot involves rerouting drains and vents and requires a permit and inspection; that’s a job we handle smoothly.
Dishwasher & Other Appliance Hookups
Hooking up your dishwasher means connecting the hot water supply and ensuring the drain line is routed with a proper high loop or air gap to keep waste from flowing back. We check that your electrical supply is ready too and coordinate with electricians as needed. For refrigerators, we run dedicated cold water lines for ice makers or water dispensers using copper or braided stainless steel tubing, with a shutoff valve installed out of sight but easily accessible.
We also install instant hot water taps, under-sink filtration systems, and reverse osmosis setups, including faucet mounting through the sink deck and connecting supply and drain lines. Call us at 779-217-8292 to get these appliances connected right the first time.
Gas Lines for Kitchen Appliances
Planning on a gas range or cooktop? We install gas lines sized to your appliance’s exact BTU rating. We run pipe from the nearest gas supply, fit a shutoff valve, connect with approved flexible connectors, and conduct pressure tests to check for leaks. We handle the necessary permits and inspections to keep everything above board. See our gas line services page for more information.
Important: if your gas line runs to a new island or a relocated appliance, this work must be done before cabinets go in. Installing gas lines through finished cabinetry is complicated and disruptive, so coordinate the schedule early with your project manager and us.
Pot Filler Faucet Installation
Pot fillers add convenience by letting you fill pots right over the stove. Installing one involves running a cold water line within the wall about 56 to 60 inches above the floor and slightly offset from the range centerline. This is straightforward during a remodel while the walls are open but requires cutting and patching in an existing kitchen. We're happy to help with either scenario—call 779-217-8292 to discuss what works best for you.
Island Sink Installation & Drain Vent Routing
Installing a sink on an island is trickier than a standard wall setup because the drain can’t tie directly into a vent stack. Island sinks need either an island loop vent or an air admittance valve (AAV), depending on local codes. Running hot and cold supply lines is straightforward, but routing drains and vents through the floor and beneath the subfloor requires careful design. We’ve done plenty of these installations and can walk you through the details before you finalize your plans.
Kitchen Plumbing Checklist
- Removal and installation of sinks (undermount, farmhouse, drop-in)
- Faucet installation across all faucet styles
- Garbage disposal install or replacement
- Hookup for dishwasher water and drain
- Water line installation for refrigerator ice makers
- Gas line installation for ranges, cooktops, or ovens
- Pot filler faucet rough-in and final mount
- Under-sink water filtration and reverse osmosis systems
- Drain and vent routing for island sinks
- Upgrade shutoff valves throughout the kitchen
- Prep or bar sink installation in pantry or island
Tips on Kitchen Plumbing Timing
- Confirm sink location before demo: Moving sinks adds cost—make sure the location is final before ordering cabinets.
- Complete gas line rough-in early: Gas piping must be done before cabinetry is installed to avoid disruption.
- Install pot filler before backsplash: Easier to open walls before tile goes up around the stove.
- Replace shutoff valves while accessible: Old gate valves often fail; swap them out for ball valves during remodel to prevent future leaks.
- Run fridge water line before countertops: Installing ice maker lines is simpler before counters are set.
Kitchen Remodeling Questions
Yes, but it's one of the trickiest plumbing jobs in a kitchen because island sinks require special venting like an island loop vent or an air admittance valve to meet code. Running supply lines is simple enough, but routing the drain under the floor and back up to the island needs careful planning. We’ve done many island sink installs, so give us a call at 779-217-8292 before you lock in your layout.
If you’re just swapping out fixtures in the same spot like faucets or disposals, you usually don’t need a permit. For any work involving moving drain lines, new water supply runs, or gas line installations, permits and inspections are required. We handle all the paperwork and inspections for you to keep the project running smoothly.
Definitely. Gas line installation works best during remodels when walls are open. We size the line to your appliance’s BTU rating, install the shutoff, pressure test everything, and pull the proper permits. Make sure to schedule the gas rough-in ahead of cabinetry to avoid costly rework.
Yes. We serve as the plumbing subcontractor for kitchen remodels and work closely with your general contractor and designers. We sync our rough-in and finish work with the overall project schedule and make sure permits and inspections are handled. Call us early at 779-217-8292 so we can fit into your timeline.