Have you always wanted your own outdoor kitchen but already had a freestanding grill? With pre-built companies mass producing grill islands and using name brand slide-in grills costing thousands of dollars, why not build an island for your freestanding grill to integrate with?

Now this question has been asked several times and it is easy to answer. No, unfortunately, you cannot use the grill section of just the freestanding grill and place it on an island. One reason is the insurance risk to you and the Grill company, and the other is that it will void the manufacturer’s warranty. Also, the bottom of the unit is not designed to be enclosed in an area with very little ventilation.

The good news though is that you can use your existing freestanding grill and have a custom island built for you so you can have all the amenities you want built into the island and still enjoy the same luxuries as pre-built islands.

And, there are other reasons to have a custom outdoor grill/kitchen island. Like most home improvements, a custom outdoor kitchen adds value to your home. According to some home appraisers, outdoor kitchens can increase your property value from $10,000 to $25,000. This of course depends on the style and accessories of the island you build. When building a custom island, you can be as basic as you want, or you can be as spectacular as you can imagine. As a general rule, any investment you make in your home will be returned to you when you sell it. Since Grill Islands tend to weigh in the few hundred pounds, they are almost always sold as an amenity of the property. This can be another draw for any buyer, especially if they also have a freestanding grill.

For the serious backyard chef, customizing a grill island with LA Custom Grill Islands can bring back the joy of outdoor cooking. By having an outdoor kitchen and adding a few conveniences, such as a sink, refrigerator, drawers, and a couple of outlets, the cook can now have everything within easy reach. Instead of going back and forth from the indoor kitchen to the barbecue grill. They can also have a counter where friends can sit and chat, taking your next cookout to a whole new level of socializing and fun.