Spec PlanG: Plumbing

spec planning: plumbing

Spec Plan G: Plumbing

what you need to do —

Identify all plumbing needs by room:

— kitchen sink(s) with drain for dishwasher
— kitchen pot-filler
— bathroom sink - bathtub - shower stall - toilet
— laundry room with drain for washer
— wet bar in recreation room

— line intake and outtake for water heater
— utility sink in garage or other work area
— utility sink for outdoor cooking area
— outside hoses and access for in-ground irrigation
— future plumbing for basement, attic, guest house

Start the plumbing when the house has been "dried" — windows, doors, and roof installed.

 

There are many new plumbing materials that can reduce your cost. See below for information.

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	understanding rough in plumbing and why it’s essential

 

If your lot has access to public sewer systems,

You will need to connect to it. If not, you will be installing a septic tank system.

Sewer systems work with the flow of gravity — your lowest sink and drain, situated in the basement for example, must be higher than the sewer line.

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	youtube video

 

Tubs, toilets, basins, and showers may be installed at this time

If not, plumbing to the point of connection needs to be double checked so that there won't be any surprises.

Your water heater may also be installed during this phase. Check out the new water heating systems before you complete your plumbing specifications.

 

Visit our Home Improvement modules:

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	best sellers: plumbing

 

Check framing building codes:

• check this online building code guide:
  codecheck.com
• from howstuffworks.com:
  about home plumbing

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Getting Started

Step 1: develop the plan

• take a completed draft of the plumbing-wiring spec sheet to your architect or planner, who will can customize a remodeling plan or revise an existing plan that meets your specs.
  
• use your spec sheet and floor plan to bid the construction project out to contractors

plumbing/wiring spec sheet

 

Step 2: get required building permits

• It will either be up to you or the contractor to obtain each permit.
  all about permits
• Check with your local jurisdiction regarding site and change permits:
  local government for permit information
• It would be good idea to purchase as reference an illustrated building code book to make sure your project is up to code:
  • building codes illustrated

 

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spec planning: plumbing

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