Outdoor Kitchen Installation
Full outdoor kitchens with built-in grills, refrigeration, stone counters, gas, electrical, and plumbing — built for year-round entertaining in Bergen County.
Built-In Grills & Full Outdoor Kitchens
From a built-in grill + countertop to a full outdoor kitchen with refrigeration, sink, bar, and storage, we coordinate site prep, gas line installation, electrical, plumbing, and finish work with licensed trades. Backyard Discovery Fusion Flame installs supported.
- Built-in gas or propane grills
- Outdoor refrigerators & kegerators
- Stone or concrete countertops
- Gas line coordination with licensed trades
- Outdoor-rated sinks & plumbing
- Code-compliant electrical & lighting coordinated with licensed trades
Pricing and timelines are planning ranges. Final cost and schedule depend on site conditions, access, structural requirements, materials, permit review, inspections, weather, material lead times, and scheduling availability.
Serving Bergen County homeowners across Englewood, Tenafly, Fort Lee, Ridgewood, Paramus, Teaneck, Hackensack, Closter, Fair Lawn, and Bergenfield — plus every town in between.
Part of our Backyard Planning & Outdoor Builds service family · See: Patio Accents.
Outdoor Kitchen Guides
Decisions that determine whether the project lasts and feels right.
Concrete Pad & Foundation
Outdoor kitchens need proper pad construction with frost-line footings or floating slab depending on weight. Uneven ground means cracked counters and shifted appliances.
- Bergen County residential renovation experience across kitchens, bathrooms, basements, additions, and water-damage rebuilds.
- Written scope, sequenced milestones, and documented material selections before any demolition begins.
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Gas Line Coordination
Natural gas or propane connection coordinated with licensed plumbers and gas trades. Proper line sizing for grill BTU draw plus future additions.
- Plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and gas changes coordinated with licensed trade professionals where required.
- Permit-pulled trade work scheduled around inspection windows; rough-in and final inspections sequenced with rebuild milestones.
- Existing system upgrades (panel capacity, supply line size, vent stack routing) verified against new load before finalizing scope.
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Electrical & Lighting
GFCI outlets at counter, refrigerator circuit, accent and task lighting, ceiling fan or heater circuit, and licensed electrical coordination for outdoor-rated wiring.
- Plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and gas changes coordinated with licensed trade professionals where required.
- Permit-pulled trade work scheduled around inspection windows; rough-in and final inspections sequenced with rebuild milestones.
- Existing system upgrades (panel capacity, supply line size, vent stack routing) verified against new load before finalizing scope.
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Counter & Cabinet Materials
Granite or porcelain slab counters (sealed for outdoor), stainless or weather-rated cabinet boxes, ceramic tile vs natural stone backsplash with sealed grout.
- Material selection drives daily experience more than any other choice. Spec sheets, manufacturer terms, and lead times reviewed before order.
- Stock vs. semi-custom vs. custom each carry distinct cost, lead time, and finish range.
- Local Bergen County stocking partners shortcut lead times on common selections; specialty orders ship 4–10 weeks.
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Roof or Pergola Coverage
Full roof, pergola with louvers, or open layout. Affects rain protection, sun exposure, and ventilation for grills and smokers.
- Bergen County residential renovation experience across kitchens, bathrooms, basements, additions, and water-damage rebuilds.
- Written scope, sequenced milestones, and documented material selections before any demolition begins.
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Cost & Timeline Guide
Compact outdoor kitchens (grill + counter + sink) $14,000–$28,000 in 2026 Bergen County. Full outdoor kitchen and bar with pergola $40,000–$95,000+. Lead 5–9 weeks.
- Scope tiers, material grade, and labor splits drive total. Mid-range projects typically run 60–70% of high-end equivalents on the same footprint.
- Hidden costs to plan for: permit fees, dumpster, dust protection, and any required structural or trade work uncovered during demo.
- Bergen County projects budget 1–3% for permits and 5–10% contingency on most renovation scopes.
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Your Outdoor Kitchen Process
Consultation
We visit your yard, discuss your vision, measure, and verify feasibility.
Design & selections
We confirm model, materials, and finishes plus any site work required.
Build
Site prep, structure build, utility connections as specified in scope, appliance placement, and countertop finish.
Walkthrough
Safety inspection, use walkthrough, and warranty registration.
Frequently Asked Questions
For 2026, built-in grill + counter $8,000–$18,000. Full outdoor kitchen with fridge and sink $20,000–$50,000. Premium with bar and cover $40,000–$90,000+.
Yes in most Bergen County towns. Gas line work, electrical, and plumbing all require permits. We coordinate permit filings, and licensed gas, electrical, and plumbing trades where required.
Connecting to natural gas is convenient long-term but costs more up front (trenching, permits, licensed gas trade). Propane tanks work for simpler installs or when a gas connection isn't nearby.
Yes. We coordinate with existing structures or build new shade / shelter to cover the kitchen.
Bergen Restoration is a registered New Jersey Home Improvement Contractor (NJHIC# 13VH08865500) with commercial general liability and workers’ compensation coverage; documentation available on request.
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Commercial general liability and workers’ compensation coverage. Documentation available on request.
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