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PLUMBING AND PIPING FOR NEW CONSTRUCTION ANS ADD ONS

2014-03-26T00:58:00.002-07:00

PLUMBING FOR NEW CONSTRUCTION

Builders and general contractors usually use minimal quality parts and design consideration that will cost them less while at the same time meeting minimal code requirements. Have a local plumber or plumbing supplier give you independent information on parts and floor design. It is recommended that you visit plumbing showrooms, read books, visit homes, and over all educate yourself about what is out there.

If you are going to install new plumbing go high quality and high efficiency, doing so is a good investment that will pay you back. Make sure you make choices that meet your needs and desires. Timing and planning is important, it is better to discover the options before you build not after it is built and paid for.

Plumbing for new construction is a specialty. Drain cleaning, and repair plumbing does not always require that you bring your existing plumbing up to and in compliance will current code requirements. If you are doing a remodeling project or building a new house, you will be required to meet all of the new code requirements. Before you start a new construction or remodeling project it is recommended that you call a licensed plumber to give you advise on how to pick the best parts, materials, and how to lay out the plumbing that meets your needs, and meets the Building Plumbing Code requirements.

Proper sizing and placement of plumbing fixtures is important. Design considerations are important. The location of plumbing fixtures can have an impact on your home’s comfort, function, and capacity. Water flow rates are important to plan for. Some of these considerations like what type and size of water heater will serve you best, water heater locations or relocations, what type of drain material is recommend, some pipes are louder than others, what is the best lay out for your floor plan, which plumbing fixtures are the best and why?

CSLB Industry Bulletin - 1/17/2014

CSLB Clarifies New Law Requiring Replacement of Plumbing Fixtures

Building permits issued for property maintenance and repairs does not trigger new requirements

SACRAMENTO — To dispel confusion over the new state Civil Code law (Senate Bill 407 (2009)) that became effective January 1, 2014, for replacement of outdated plumbing fixtures with water-saving models, the Contractors State License Board (CSLB) offers the following clarification for contractors.

The new law requires anyone applying for a building permit that will alter or improve a single-family residence built in 1994 or earlier to replace all plumbing fixtures with water-saving designs. Replacement is a condition of receiving final permit approval from a local building department. The law also requires, by 2019, water-conserving plumbing fixtures in multi-family dwellings or commercial properties when specific renovations are made.

Although not a legal opinion, the California Building Officials (CALBO) group has interpreted “alterations” or “improvements” to mean any construction to an existing structure that enhances or improves the structure. Construction that is related to repairs or maintenance of the structure is not considered to be an alteration or improvement.

Following is a list of permit types that CALBO considers to be repair or maintenance, and do not trigger the requirements of SB 407:

Electrical service change out
HVAC change out
Re-roofing
Sewer line replacement
Siding or stucco
Site work: retaining walls, fences, walkways, etc.
Water heater replacement
Window replacement
Other repairs as determined by the state Building Code

It is feared that property owners and licensed contractors who misunderstand the law may end up paying for new fixtures that are not required, or may avoid pulling building permits altogether to avoid the possible triggers to SB 407.

Since this is not a legal opinion, CSLB encourages licensed contractors to verify requirements with their local building department before taking any action on a project.

For more information on SB 407 requirements, please read CALBO’s Legislative Analysis and the Tri-Chapter Uniform Code Committee guidelines.

Therefore, for existing single-family residential, multifamily residential and commercial buildings, the following

suggested list of work is considered not to trigger SB 407/Civil Code Sections 1101.1 through 1101.8:

Changes to electrical systems, e.g., electrical service upgrades

Changes to mechanical systems, e.g., HVAC or furnace replacement, duct replacement

Water heater replacement, piping replacement, sewer line replacement

Re-roof

Siding, stucco or any exterior finish replacement

Window replacement (including sliding glass or front door)

Chimney repair

Dry rot repair

Termite repair

Foundation repair

Seismic retrofit

Roof-mounted solar systems

Electric vehicle charging stations

Building signs

Alterations solely for the purpose of barrier removal (voluntary accessibility upgrades)

Work not associated with the building itself is not considered to trigger plumbing fixture upgrades in the

building, e.g.:

o Swimming pools or spas (in-ground or portable)

o Site work: Retaining walls, fences, walkways, landscaping, etc.

o Ground-mounted solar photovoltaic systems

o Monument signs

Work in one building is not considered to trigger plumbing fixture upgrades in another building (e.g., work

in the following structure would not trigger upgrades in the separate single-family residential building):

o Accessory structures, sheds or patio covers

o Detached garages

o Second units

Other work as determined by the Building Official

For more information on SB 407 requirements, please read CALBO’s Legislative Analysis and the Tri-Chapter Uniform Code Committee guidelines.

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HOUSE REPIPING - REPIPE YOUR HOME - REMODEL AND REPIPE TOGETHER

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Site Inspection & Estimate
A professional site inspection is critical to a successful construction/repipe project. Standard repiping projects include installation of all new hot and cold domestic water piping from the origination point to all existing faucets. Unless specifically included in the proposal, drain replacement and fixtures are not included.

Repiping projects should not wait until you start noticing leaks. Watch for signs associated with degenerating pipes, such as flakes of dark material in your water, odd-tasting tap water, or decreasing water pressure. A good way to determine if your pipes need repair or replacement is the "Flow Test". Turn on multiple faucets in your home and check for a significant drop in water pressure. Make sure to check showers, sinks, and outside faucets at the same time to check your water pressure.

Copper repiping is a process of refitting pipes in a dwelling or business. Repiping is not a temporary fix or replacement of short sections of pipe throughout your structure. There are several reasons you may need to repipe your home or business"s plumbing. Corrosion of the pipes may cause low water pressure, rusty colored water, or leaky pipes.

It is important to install, replace, and properly size any plumbing during a remodeling project. An example of some of the special considerations would be to properly size the pipes to supply a Roman Style bathtub. There may be some considerations that the consumer may not be aware of, a Roman tub can hold a lot of hot water, some may hold over 200 gallons of water. If you have a 40 gallon water heater you will be in the cold wishing you were in hot water, and every one in the house would be suffering from a lack of hot water. The solution may be a tank-less water heater. A tank-less water heater should be supplied with filtered water (water that goes through a filter). Is now the proper time to install a whole house water filtration system? Also if you are adding an additional bathroom, a small water heater will not be able to keep up with demand, now is a good time to install a larger water heater or a tank-less water heater. Some water heaters are located inside of homes. For health and safety reasons water heaters should be moved outside of living spaces.

When it is time for remodeling a kitchen, bathroom, laundry, auxiliary sink, or bar sink or any other fixture it may be the right time for remodeling plumbing.

Reasons for relocating

Some of the reasons for relocating a water heater to outside are; 1.) Avoid flooding the house. 2.) Gain a closet or floor space. 3.) Avoid burning oxygen in a room. 4.) Avoid carbon monoxide poisoning. 5.) Reduce the noise level in the home. The water heater can be relocated to the outside of the home in a shed or in the garage. Always check with your city building department for local codes. Some cities have very strict codes regarding water heater locations and water heater sheds.

When considering a plumbing remodeling project you can replace fixtures or relocate fixtures. If you have a house with a raised foundation and a crawl space it will be a lot easier and cheaper to relocate plumbing fixtures. If you are on a concrete slab foundation you are in for an expensive noisy mess. It is jack hammer and concrete saw time. It is important to know what the plumbing and building codes are before you start a plumbing project. Every bathroom should have a window or an exhaust fan. Toilets should have enough space on the sides and in front, all fixtures need to be properly spaced and sized. Handicap plumbing codes are different.

For kitchens you may want to add an extra sink or an island sink. Island sinks require loop vents. Stoves and ovens require gas lines. Laundry sinks and laundry drains can be relocated. It is recommended that laundry locations be on the bottom floor or in the garage. Washing machines seem to invite problems with drains, hoses, and mechanical breakdowns. Those problems usually result in a flood and water damage. A laundry flood on the top floor floods all of the stories below. If you insist on having laundry on a top floor you can install the laundry on a watertight floor that has a water dam and a sloped floor and a floor drain. Always check with a licensed plumber before you start a remodeling plumbing project.

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RE-PIPING DRAINS DRAIN SYSTEM REPLACEMENT

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DRAIN SYSTEM REPLACEMENT RE-PIPING DRAINS
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Drain systems inside the perimeter of the foundation is referred to as the building drain. Outside of the foundation the drain system is referred to as the building sewer. Drainpipes within the perimeter of the foundation can be made of the following materials ABS plastic, PVC plastic, copper DWV, galvanized steel, or cast iron.

Cast iron is quieter and more expensive than the plastics. If sound is not an issue the plastics are a good choice for drainage. Copper is seldom used for drainage because of cost. Plastics are perfect for disposing of sewer or drain water, but not for pressurized drinking water. The sewer or building sewer pipe materials are ABS, Cast Iron, PVC and Clay. Clay is never allowed with in the foundation perimeter. Clay is one of the most common drain materials used outside.

Clean drinking water is important for your health, safety, and taste. Drainpipes are important for your health and safety. Proper disposal of drain water protects us from clogged drains, leaking pipes, mold growth, water damage, and cross connections (drain water and drinking water connections). Properly installing a drain system protects the health and safety of the community as well. Sewer water can infect washes, streams, rivers, lakes, and oceans. All sewer drain water must be treated by public or private treatment stations, before draining into our waterways.

Drainpipes are not garbage cans, be careful about what goes down drainpipes. Garbage disposals should not be used for throwing out grease, food, flowers, soup, fish, meats, rice or potatoes. If you are doing the dishes clean all the food off of dishes and into the trash. If you have a little food on the plate that is okay, after you run a garbage disposal run the water for at least a minute to rinse out the drain. Anything that does not wash out of the drain will result in build up, and over time result in a clogged drain.

Be careful not to let hair go down the drain, use strainers wherever possible. Avoid combing or brushing hair over a sink.

Toilets are not trash cans. Paper towels, napkins, baby wipes, and sanitary products should go into the trash can. Putting these products in to the toilet can cause the entire sewer drain to back up and may cause a flood in your house. If you have a clogged drain you can have it cleaned by a roto plumber that does drain cleaning.

If you are remodeling, repiping, or having drain problems now may be a good time to replace your drains. If your sewer drain needs replacement there are several ways you can take care of the problem. There is trench-less technology that includes relining the sewer pipe, there is also pipe bursting. Complete pipe replacement may be required for low or high spots, or if the pipes joints are broken or misaligned. Before you replace your sewer drain have a plumber inspect your sewer line with an inline video camera locater. It is always a good idea to have your sewer line video inspected before you purchase a new home. Depending on how severe the problem, and how hard to replace the pipe, sewer system replacement can be expensive.

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HOT WATER RE-CIRCULATION SYSTEMS

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Grundfos Comfort System - Hot Water Recirculation System
The water circulation system that eliminates cold water runoff at the faucet using a bypass valve and pump with a timer to control water flow.

Hot Water Recirculation - Special Features

The ultimate in convenience is having hot water instantly available at sinks, appliances and bathroom faucets. The elimination of time spent waiting is especially convenient in areas where the installation of low flow showerheads and faucets are required by law.
Hot water recirculation improves the efficiency and effectiveness of household appliances including washing machines and dishwashers by having hot water available instantly.
Users can save energy by setting the 24 hour programmable timer to make hot water available during peak demand times, such as early morning and in the evening.
The recirculation pump can be installed by a certified contractor in two hours. For the average home, hot water recirculation systems generally cost a few hundred dollars, including parts and installation.
A wet rotor design for whisper-quiet and maintenance-free operation.
Stainless steel rotor cladding and canister construction, an exclusive UP 15 series feature, ensures corrosion-resistance and extended product durability.
A low-watt, two-pole motor combined with low-flow performance ensures minimum water heater operating costs, pipe and water heater wear and energy consumption.
Significant water (and sewer) disposal savings, retaining the 12,000 to 38,000 gallons of water a typical U.S. home wastes annually waiting for hot water. Some fast-growing counties are making the installation of hot water recirculation pumps mandatory for all new construction projects.

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WATER FILTRATION SYSTEMS

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We recommend a whole house water filtration system for every customer. Our whole house water filtration system filters out:

* Sediment - Sediment can give water a cloudy appearance. Substances such as sand, silt, rust and scale particles may severely wear on plumbing and household appliances.

* Taste and Odor - While water that smells and taste unpleasant may not be unhealthy, it often is undesiable to drink. Poor tasting water can adversely affect the taste of your food and beverages.

* Chlorine - Many public water systems use chlorine as a disinfecting agent to kill pathogenic bacteria or other potentially harmful organisms. While chlorine is important in effectively treating water, it may cause your water to take on a strong taste and odor.

Our whole house water filtration system will protect your plumbing from premature wear and breakdown, while giving you "bottled" quality water throughout your whole house.

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Drain Cleaning

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Hydrojetting is a powerful drain cleaning alternative to using a plumber’s snake. Ask for hydrojetting for recurring clogs or pipes that have heavy buildup.
A trenchless inliner is a really convenient alternative to full pipe replacement. A trenchless inliner coats a damaged pipe and blasts through any blockage without the need to dig up landscape.
In emergency plumbing situations, locate your water shut-off valve before calling a plumber to reduce water damage! If you can’t find a shut-off valve near the burst pipe, look for the main one outside near your water meter.
Tankless water heater installation is ideal when replacement water heaters are necessary—they can cut around 10-25% off of your utility costs!

Suggestions

Water Meter: If you feel your water bill is increased because of an undiscovered leak, you can always confirm it by examining the water meter. Just note the reading at a time you're leaving the house for the day and no water will be used. Give the meter a look-see when you get back...if the reading differs, you do have a leak.

Kitchen: If the garbage disposal is clogged up, try pushing the reset button to start with. It's that little red-colored switch beneath the device.

Laundry Room: Check washing machine hoses when you get the chance. .. replacing hoses with bulges or wear could make your laundry room much more energy- efficient.

Outdoor Plumbing: Check your outdoor sinks, faucets and hoses on occasion seasonally. If any one of them have low pressure, it may be a sign of a leak in the distributing water line.

Kitchen: Run water through your garbage disposal before and after use...10 or 15 seconds should be sufficient.

Bathroom: Shower heads that are spraying funky could just be blocked with mineral deposits and need a cleaning.

Calendar: Seasonal Tips To Keep Your Plumbing in Good Shape

The Winter Months:
Got company over for the holidays? Spread out showers throughout the day to conserve hot water energy and limit the drain usage.

The Spring Season:
Early spring is a great time to check pipes outside for any damage that might have occurred during the low winter temps. If you have any pooled up water or dripping faucets, get them fixed!

Summer:
Soft floors or dead spots in the bathroom can mean the wood may actually be rotting from water damage. Did you know toilets actually use about 40 percent of your home's water? Making sure they’re efficient and sealed properly is super important.

The Fall Season:
Leaves in your gutters and your outdoor drains are bad, Get rid of them!

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