Electrical, Plumbing & HVAC
Plumbing, Fixtures & Water Heaters
Plumbing rough-ins, fixture installation and tank or tankless water heaters by licensed plumbing partners, coordinated with your build and finishes.
Overview
Plumbing is planned in layers. Drains, vents and supply lines go in first, often under a slab or inside open framing. Valves and fixtures go in last, after tile and cabinetry. Mistakes in the first layer show up in the last, so the rough-in has to be measured against the actual fixtures you select.
A licensed plumbing contractor partner performs and permits the work, including gas piping for gas appliances where it holds that scope. We confirm fixture selections and rough-in dimensions, coordinate the plumbing with framing, waterproofing and cabinetry, and check the finished installation against the plans.
Water heaters are one of the most common standalone plumbing projects, and the choice between tank, tankless and heat pump models depends on your fuel source, space, household demand and the electrical or gas capacity available.
Who it’s for
- New homes and additions needing under-slab and in-wall plumbing
- Kitchen and bath renovations that move fixtures or add new ones
- Owners replacing an aging water heater or switching to tankless
- Commercial build-outs with restrooms, break rooms or specialty fixtures
- Projects needing gas lines for ranges, water heaters, fireplaces or outdoor kitchens
What’s included
Typically included
- Fixture and rough-in review against manufacturer specification sheets
- Under-slab drain, waste and vent piping for new slabs, inspected before the slab is poured
- In-wall supply and drain rough-ins, with pressure and drain tests at inspection
- Shower valves, including pressure-balance or thermostatic valves, set to the finished wall depth
- Installation of sinks, toilets, tubs, faucets, showers and appliance connections
- Tank, tankless or heat pump water heater installation, with venting, expansion tank and relief valve piping as required
- Gas piping for appliances, sized for the combined load, where in the plumbing contractor’s scope
- Permits, rough and final inspections, and leak testing at completion
Common exclusions
- Plumbing fixtures and faucets you select, unless included as an allowance
- Water treatment, softening or filtration systems, unless specifically scoped
- Sewer or water service connections in the street and utility impact fees
- Septic system work, which is designed and permitted separately
- Repair of concealed damage found when walls or floors are opened
Every proposal lists its own inclusions and exclusions in writing.
Materials, design options & upgrades
How pricing works
Plumbing is priced per project, built from a fixture count, the location of each fixture relative to existing drains and supply lines, and the access available – open framing, under-slab work before a pour, or finished walls and floors in a renovation.
Water heater projects are priced from the unit type and capacity, fuel source, venting route and any electrical or gas changes the new unit needs. When plumbing is part of a larger renovation or new build, it is included in that project’s budget.
What changes the cost
- Number and type of fixtures, and whether they move from their current locations
- Cutting and patching a slab to relocate drains in an existing building
- Access through open framing, attic space or finished surfaces
- Water heater type, capacity and fuel, and any electrical or gas upgrades it requires
- Venting routes for gas appliances
- Condition of existing piping where new work connects to it
- Specialty fixtures such as thermostatic systems, body sprays or commercial equipment
If this work is part of a larger project, it’s priced within that project’s budget — please don’t add separate estimates together. Read the pricing guide.
Typical stages
Fixture selection and layout
We confirm each fixture and its specification sheet so rough-in heights, valve depths and drain locations are correct.
Permit
The licensed plumbing contractor pulls the plumbing permit and any gas permit needed.
Underground or slab work
For new slabs, drain and vent piping is installed and inspected before the pour; in renovations, slab cuts are made where drains move.
Rough-in and testing
Supply, drain and vent piping and valves are installed in the framing and tested for inspection.
Trim and fixture setting
After tile, cabinetry and countertops, fixtures, faucets and appliances are installed and connected.
Final inspection and leak check
Everything is run and checked for leaks, final inspection is completed, and fixture documentation is handed over.
What affects the schedule
- Fixture selection, which must be final before rough-in
- Lead times on specialty valves, fixtures and imported faucets
- Under-slab inspections, which must pass before the concrete is scheduled
- Coordination with shower waterproofing, tile and countertop templating
- Inspection availability with the local building department
Questions & answers
Can I move my sink or toilet to a different spot?
Usually, yes. In a home on a slab, moving drains means cutting and patching the concrete, which adds cost and should be decided early. Vent requirements also affect where fixtures can go.
Is tankless always better than a tank water heater?
Not always. Tankless units save space and provide continuous hot water, but gas models need adequate gas supply and venting and electric models need significant electrical capacity. Household demand, available fuel and budget all affect which option makes sense.
Why do you need my fixture selections so early?
Valves, drains and supply lines are set inside the walls to match specific products. A shower valve or wall-mounted faucet chosen after rough-in may not fit what is already behind the tile.
Do you handle gas lines for a range or outdoor kitchen?
Yes, through a licensed contractor who holds that scope. The gas piping is sized for all connected appliances and permitted and inspected separately where required.
Start here
Planning plumbing, fixtures & water heaters?
A short form — three steps, a few minutes. Share plans or photos if you have them. We’ll review it and follow up using the contact details you provide.