Remodel Plumbing Rough-In

What rough-in includes and when it happens

Rough-in covers the pipes inside walls, floors and ceilings: hot and cold supply lines, drain and vent piping, gas lines, shutoff valves and the stub-outs where fixtures will connect. The plumber works from the plans and the fixture schedule, after the framing is complete and before insulation and drywall. Good timing matters, because other trades need to know where pipes will run and the framer may need to notch or drill members in approved ways.

Planning fixtures, materials and layout

Final fixture choices drive rough-in dimensions, so decide on toilets, vanities, tubs, shower valves and appliances before the plumber begins. Pipe materials such as PEX, copper, ABS and cast iron have different costs, noise levels and code limits. A good plan keeps runs short, places shutoffs where you can reach them and leaves access to valves and cleanouts. Ask the plumber to mark pipe locations on the framing for later reference. Ask the plumber to mark where each stub-out and valve sits on the framing with a permanent marker, so cabinet and drywall crews can avoid them.

Testing, inspection and protecting the work

The plumber pressure-tests the supply system and water-tests the drains, then calls for a rough inspection. Walls cannot be closed until the inspector signs off. Protect exposed pipes from freezing and damage, and ensure other trades do not puncture them with nails or screws. Photograph the finished rough-in before insulation goes in and keep the photos, since they are valuable when you hang cabinets or later repair a leak. Review the fixture schedule one more time before rough-in starts, since a different toilet or shower valve can change where the pipes need to go.

Faucet Repair & Replacement

Drips fixed or a fresh faucet installed — any brand, kitchen or bath, clean and leak-free.

Toilet Repair, Installation & Upgrades

Running toilet, flapper, or fill valve fixed, a new toilet installed, or a bidet seat or full sm…

Garbage Disposal Repair, Installation & Replacement

A jammed or dead disposal repaired, or the old unit swapped for a new one — every electrical and…

Showerhead & Shower Valve

Upgrade a showerhead or replace a leaking valve — no drywall cutting on most jobs.

Under-Sink & Supply Line Repair

Slow drips, corroded lines, and P-trap leaks tracked down and stopped before they spread.

Bathroom & Kitchen Caulking

Old caulk out, fresh silicone in — clean, watertight beads around tubs, showers, and sinks.

Water Heater Repair, Installation & Maintenance

Flush and maintenance, no-hot-water and leak repairs, or a full tank or tankless replacement — o…

Whole-Home Repipe

Full repiping for aging or failing plumbing — main-line and whole-house work, booked with a veri…

Drain Cleaning & Clog Clearing

Slow or clogged drains cleared with a real snake/auger, not just a bottle of chemicals.