ServicesNew Construction Plumbing
New Construction Plumbing in Westmoreland, TN
We plumb new homes from the underground lines to the last faucet. You get a layout and a written price before the slab is poured, so fixture changes and surprise costs don't show up halfway through the build.
Plumbing a New Home the Right Way, the First Time
New construction plumbing happens in three passes. Underground pipe goes in before the slab or while the crawlspace is open. Rough-in runs supply, drain and vent lines through the framing. Trim-out sets the fixtures once the walls are finished.
Each pass has an inspection, and each one gets harder to change once it's covered. A shower drain is easy to move on paper. It is not easy to move after concrete. That's why we sit down with you and your builder early, go over the floor plan and pin down where every fixture lands.
We hold a Tennessee CMC-A plumbing license, and we work on new homes in Westmoreland and out toward Hartsville, Lafayette, Gallatin and Portland.
What the Job Includes
Plan review and layout
We go through your plans line by line and mark fixture locations, pipe routes and where the water heater goes. Problems like a toilet landing on a floor joist get fixed here, not later.
Underground and slab work
We set drain lines and any under-slab supply lines to grade, then pressure or water test them before the concrete crew shows up.
Rough-in
Supply lines, drain lines and vents go through the framing. We test the system and stay on site for the rough-in inspection so any question gets answered on the spot.
Water heater and main water line
We install the water heater you choose, tank or tankless, and bring the main water line in from the meter. Lines get buried deep enough to stay clear of winter freezes.
Trim-out and final
Once the walls and cabinets are done we set sinks, toilets, faucets and showers, check every fixture for leaks and good pressure, and meet the inspector for final.
Optional filtration
If you want whole home water filtration, it's far easier to leave room for it now than to cut into finished walls later.
When It's Time to Get a Plumber Involved
- Your plans are drawn but not final
- This is the best time to call. Moving a bathroom or adding a laundry sink costs almost nothing on paper.
- Your builder is lining up subs
- If the foundation date is set, the plumber needs to be on the schedule. Underground work has to be done and inspected before the pour.
- You haven't picked fixtures yet
- A freestanding tub, a wall-mount toilet or a tankless heater each changes the rough-in. Knowing early keeps the budget honest.
- You're building on a rural lot
- Long runs from the meter or well take more pipe and more trenching. We'll walk the lot and price it before you commit.
- You're adding on to your home
- A new bathroom or addition follows the same steps as a new build. We tie into your existing system and plan for the extra load.
How a New Build Runs With Us
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Free estimate and walk-through
Call us and we'll look at your plans and the lot. You get a written estimate broken out by phase, so you know what each stage costs.
- 2
Permit and schedule
We pull the plumbing permit and set our dates around your builder's schedule. You know when we're coming and when each inspection is booked.
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Underground and rough-in
We do the work, test it, and pass inspection before anything gets covered. If a change comes up, we price it before we do it.
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Trim-out and final inspection
Fixtures go in, we test everything, and we're there for final. We clean up our scraps and boxes before we leave.
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Warranty
Our work on your new home comes with a 2-year warranty. If something we installed acts up, call us and we'll come back out.
What Moves the Cost of a New Build
Most of what you'll pay gets decided on paper, by the floor plan and the fixtures you pick. So we work the numbers off your actual drawings instead of a ballpark. Lock those choices in early and keep changes after rough-in to a minimum, and the final bill lands close to the estimate.
- How many bathrooms and fixtures
- Every bathroom, kitchen sink, laundry hookup and outdoor spigot means more pipe, more fittings and more hours. Fixture count moves the price more than anything else.
- Slab or crawlspace
- On a slab, all the underground lines have to be in and inspected before the concrete goes down. A crawlspace leaves room to work and makes later changes easier.
- Water heater and fixture picks
- A tankless heater, a custom shower or upscale faucets cost more up front. Some also call for different gas lines, venting or larger supply pipe.
- How far the house sits from the meter
- A bigger lot means a longer main water line, with more trenching and more pipe. Rock in the ground slows the digging.
- Changes partway through
- Moving a fixture after rough-in means tearing out work that's already done and booking another inspection. Settling the layout up front keeps that charge off your bill.
New Construction Plumbing Questions
- When should I call a plumber for a new house?
- As soon as you have a floor plan, before the foundation is scheduled. We need time to review the layout and get the underground work in before the slab. Calling early also gives you a firm number to put in your construction budget.
- Do you pull the permits?
- Yes. We pull the plumbing permit and book the inspections for underground, rough-in and final. We're on site for them so nothing waits on us.
- Can I change a fixture after rough-in?
- Usually, but it costs more the later it happens. We'll tell you what the change involves and price it before any work starts. That way you decide with the numbers in front of you.
- Do you offer financing?
- Yes, we have financing options, and we accept all major credit cards and cash. We can go over what fits your build when you call for your estimate.
- Is the work warrantied?
- Yes. Plumbing we install in your new home carries a 2-year warranty. If something we put in fails in that time, we come back and make it right.
- What if something goes wrong after we move in?
- We offer 24/7 emergency plumbing service. If a line or fixture gives you trouble at night or on a weekend, call and we'll get someone out.
Get Your Plumbing Planned Before the Pour
Send your plans our way by phone and we'll set a time to go over them. You'll get a written estimate by phase with no charge for it.