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Unique Landscaping Service
4.3(
143
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Outdoor Kitchen-Build - For Business

Serving Wheeling, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I hired Fabian and Unique Landscaping to install a new paver patio, fire pit, seating wall, pergola, outdoor lighting, outdoor sound system, and water feature. The results exceeded my expectations. The process from beginning to end was great as Fabian had great communication throughout the project. Fabian and his crew worked hard and the results showed. I was completely satisfied with the process and end result. I highly recommend Fabian and Unique for your next hardscaping project."
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KIDS PLAYGROUND AREA
AFTER
PLANTING DESIGNS
Hardscape Projects

+452

Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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M&E Construction & Renovation
4.8(
30
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Outdoor Kitchen-BuildOutdoor Kitchen-Build - For Business

Serving Wheeling, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The owner Marc and his team at M&E were amazing. Beautiful work, attention to detail and outstanding customer service. I never thought hiring a contractor would work out so well. On budget, on time and super helpful in every way. Besides two bathrooms, they also did our kitchen in 2022. All our friends tell us they're jealous of our beautiful home now! Guess they should have hired M&E like we did."
Nortrhbrook Patio
Nortrhbrook Patio
Old Irving bathroom
Old Irving bathroom
Old Irving bathroom

+29

Response time1 day
Response rate95%
40 neighbors recently requested a quote
A & J Landscape
4.9(
8
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Outdoor Kitchen-BuildOutdoor Kitchen-Build - For Business

Serving Wheeling, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We had to regrade / correct settling on our front porch and back patio. Jorge and his team were extremely professional and super polite. What I loved about them is their eye for detail and also not get frustrated with their work. If it was meant to be completed they did it. No 50% work.. full 100% commitment. Pricing was very very reasonable and would recommend them to everyone. They will be back in the summer for power washing and sealing the patio/ porch!"
Pavilion
Pavilion
Pavilion
Pavilion
Pavilion

+14

Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Herrera B&L
5.0(
7
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Outdoor Kitchen-BuildOutdoor Kitchen-Build - For Business

Serving Wheeling, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Herrera's Brick and Land Service did an amazing job updating our patio. The proposal and estimate process was clear and well documented. They were able to start work right away. The whole crew was very professional and left no mess behind. I would highly recommend them for any project! A+"
Hawthorn Wood, IL
Hawthorn Wood, IL
Hawthorn Wood, IL
Beacon Hill
Beacon Hill

+8

27 neighbors recently requested a quote
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JCB International
5.0(
2
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Outdoor Kitchen-BuildOutdoor Kitchen-Build - For Business

Serving Wheeling, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"JCB does excellent work, they are quality craftsmen. They do the work quickly but thoroughly. Jack is one of the most trustworthy person that I have found in the building/service industry. Jack will problem-solve and guide us as needed but never "up-sells" unnecessarily. And JCB is a full-service contractor. Recently, they painted, replaced all the rotting wood on the exterior of our house, among other things. In the past, they have replaced a wall damaged by a water leak, refinished our basement and painted the entire interior of our house. I trust them implicitly."
Lakeview project
Bucktown project
bucktown project
Lakeview project
Glencoe Basement

+9

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Outdoor Kitchens questions, answered by experts

Your maintenance needs revolve around the type of foundation you choose, as well as how you furnish or decorate it. Patios require little else other than the occasional hose-down, but decks and other wooden structures will require annual power washing and sealing. You may also need to restain the wood every two to three years.

Adding a solid roof rather than building a pergola or leaving the space open will make maintenance much easier. Without a roof, you will need to spend more time sweeping, washing, and covering your furniture to protect it from UV bleaching.

There are several ways to save money and keep costs down when building an outdoor kitchen. Building on an existing patio can reduce the cost of a new foundation, especially if it's close to the house. You can also save on utility line installation by opting out of a sink and using a built-in propane or charcoal grill. If you have the skills, tackling parts of the project yourself—like building or finishing cabinets, installing fixtures, and constructing seating—can lead to significant savings. Reusing appliances you already have is another great way to cut costs. Finally, consider starting small with just the essential components and adding more features over time as your budget allows.

Weatherproofing and winterizing your outdoor kitchen is extremely important, especially if you experience intense weather events. Make sure to choose weather-resistant furniture and waterproof containers to store ingredients. Also, go with a high-quality grill that’s built to last and protect your cabinets with sealant or varnish. Finally, invest in a covering of some kind for when it rains or snows.

How big a fire pit should be depends on how many people you want to get around it on a regular basis, and how big your space is. The average fire pit size is between 36 and 44 inches. However, if you regularly host big gatherings and have the appropriate outdoor space, you can go as big as 72 inches.

Silestone® isn’t recommended for outdoor use because UV rays can damage the surface. Long-term exposure to direct sunlight can cause discoloration. Instead, choose an outdoor-friendly countertop material like tile, concrete, stainless steel, or natural stone. If you do choose a natural stone, make sure you either seal it or avoid highly porous stones. For example, choose soapstone over marble.

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