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White plastic pipes with multiple vertical risers and connected fittings fill the foreground, with people visible behind them.

Exposed white and beige pipes run through a narrow dirt trench beside a concrete slab amid piles of excavated soil.

Excavated trench with exposed white pipes and connected fittings between concrete slabs and surrounding soil.

White bathtub and exposed blue, red, and white plumbing pipes in an unfinished wood-framed room.

White concrete structure with two circular openings beside exposed soil, black piping, and yellow caution tape.

Close-up of a brass valve, insulated vertical piping, a black lever handle, and a gray metal enclosure.

White PVC pipes and elbow fittings run through an excavated area, with dark soil and concrete surfaces surrounding the assembly.

Exposed red, blue, and yellow pipes run through unfinished wood framing beneath an insulated ceiling.

Exposed red and blue water lines, copper pipe ends, and white drain piping run through a wood-framed area with spray foam insulation.

Black sink faucet with hot and cold handles above a black basin.

Open trench with white PVC pipes, fittings, and a pile of excavated rocks beside a blue wall.

Exposed white and black pipes, blue tubing, concrete slab, excavated soil, wood framing, tools, and a pink folding chair.

Wood wall framing, concrete floor openings, and white PVC pipes are visible inside a partially built interior.

Unfinished framed interior with white PVC pipes, blue water lines, electrical boxes, and a pink ladder over a concrete floor.

White bathtub beside exposed black plumbing pipes, wood wall framing, insulation, and unfinished drywall in a bathroom

White PVC piping and vertical pipe stubs extend from exposed soil in an unfinished construction area.

Excavated dirt trenches with exposed white plastic piping and a dark bucket under a blue evening sky.

Exposed white pipes and fittings run through a dirt trench beside grassy ground under a dark blue sky.

Exposed white PVC drain pipes joined in a dirt trench with surrounding soil, roots, and construction tools.

Bright blue plumbing pipes with elbows and branch connections run among exposed wooden framing beneath a concrete structure at a construction site. — Construction example — blue plumbing pipes pass through exposed wooden framing beneath a concrete structure.

Exposed copper pipe runs are mounted through metal stud framing in an unfinished interior under construction. An orange extension ladder, overhead services, loose framing materials, and a green exit sign are visible. — Construction example — copper piping and metal stud framing in an unfinished interior.

An unfinished interior wall has metal studs, reflective sheeting, exposed copper tubing, and white drain piping with elbows and open ends. A concrete floor and a partially visible electrical outlet frame the construction area. — Construction example — exposed plumbing in an unfinished metal-stud wall.

Exposed copper-colored plumbing pipes run horizontally and vertically between galvanized steel wall studs in an unfinished interior. Insulation is visible along the right side of the open wall cavity. — Construction example — exposed plumbing pipes installed between steel studs in an unfinished wall cavity.

An unfinished interior shows rows of metal wall studs and overhead framing, with exposed pipes, conduits, wiring, and ductwork visible between the bays. The open construction area extends down a lit corridor over a bare concrete floor. — Construction example — unfinished interior with metal stud framing and exposed building services.

An under-sink cabinet contains a chrome drain tailpiece and white U-shaped drain trap, flexible braided supply lines, shutoff valves, and connected white pipes. The plumbing is exposed against the unfinished cabinet interior. — Construction example — exposed under-sink supply lines, shutoff valves, drain trap, and connected piping inside a cabinet.

An unfinished wood-framed interior contains white drain pipes, parallel blue and red water lines, electrical boxes, and loose wiring. The concrete floor and open wall cavities are visible around the rough-in installation. — Construction example — plumbing and electrical rough-in between exposed wood wall studs.

Several dark pipes run through a deep excavated trench beside the timber framing of a building under construction. Exposed soil, rubble, stacked slabs, and trees are visible around the site. — Construction example — parallel pipes in a construction trench beside a timber-framed building.

A worker in a hard hat stands in an excavated trench beside a masonry wall, surrounded by several upright white plumbing pipes and branching fittings. Exposed soil, trench walls, layout markings, and construction tools are visible around the rough-in area. — Construction example — worker beside exposed plumbing rough-in lines in a foundation trench.

An unfinished interior shows wood wall framing with several exposed copper pipes running horizontally and vertically, plus a white angled pipe fitting near the lower left. Metal framing straps and bright openings are visible deeper in the structure. — Construction example — exposed copper plumbing beside wood framing in an unfinished interior.

Two round plumbing gauges are mounted between horizontal wood braces, connected by a vertical copper-colored pipe and translucent flexible tubing. The unfinished wall has exposed wood studs, wiring, a concrete slab, and a boxed product at lower right. — Construction example — exposed plumbing gauges and tubing within an unfinished stud wall.

A construction site shows multiple exposed plumbing pipes and vertical risers laid across gravel beside concrete foundation walls. Wood wall framing, a ladder, and a partially built deck surround the rough-in area. — Construction example — exposed plumbing rough-in beside concrete foundation walls and wood framing.

Exposed white plastic plumbing pipes, traps, and fittings run beneath a framed floor, with wood joists and subfloor visible around them. The underside of the assembly is photographed from below in a dim unfinished space. — Construction example — white plastic drain piping and fittings beneath wood floor framing.

An unfinished interior shows wood stud framing, exposed white drain piping, and red and blue plumbing lines around a bathtub. A ladder, construction materials, and a bright window are visible in the background. — Construction example — unfinished framed interior with exposed plumbing and a bathtub.

An unfinished framed interior shows white plumbing rough-in pipes, a curved elbow, and a wall-mounted fixture connection with red and blue shutoff valves. Wood studs, sheathing, electrical boxes, exposed flooring, and windows are visible around the construction area. — Construction example — plumbing rough-in within an unfinished wood-stud interior.

An unfinished framed interior shows red and blue plumbing lines running through the wall studs, with a white drain pipe near the center. A white bathtub or shower base with a plywood cover sits in the foreground beneath exposed ceiling framing. — Construction example — unfinished framed interior with exposed red and blue plumbing lines and a white drain pipe.

A construction site shows numerous exposed plumbing rough-in pipes set through gravel and soil within wooden foundation forms. Utility poles, a shipping container, trees, and a green lift vehicle are visible in the background. — Construction example — exposed plumbing rough-in pipes across a gravel-covered foundation site.

A construction site shows numerous light-colored plumbing pipes laid through a gravel-filled foundation area, surrounded by wooden formwork. An excavator, soil, a blue container, and dense trees are visible in the background. — Construction example — plumbing rough-in and wood foundation forms at a new construction site.

An unfinished framed interior shows blue and red tubing, white drain pipes with fittings, and copper plumbing connections running between wood studs. Electrical boxes and wiring are also visible around the open construction space. — Construction example — plumbing rough-in with color-coded tubing and drain piping between unfinished wall studs.

An unfinished bathroom shows a white bathtub beside exposed wood stud framing. Blue and red flexible water lines, a copper-colored tube, and other rough-in plumbing are visible above the tub. — Construction example — unfinished bathroom with bathtub and exposed rough-in plumbing between wood studs.

Visible rough-in plumbing runs through an unfinished residential interior, including large horizontal and vertical drain lines, capped pipe ends, smaller supply tubing, and red and blue shutoff components. Exposed wood studs, subfloor, windows, and unfinished wall cavities surround the plumbing installation. — Construction example — residential rough-in plumbing between exposed wood studs.

Parallel copper-colored plumbing pipes with elbows, wall clamps, and red-handled shutoff valves are mounted against a gray patterned masonry wall. Additional valves, fittings, and a flexible conduit are visible in the utility-room setting. — Construction example — copper-colored plumbing pipes and shutoff valves mounted along a utility-room wall.

An unfinished framed ceiling or floor assembly shows multiple light-colored plumbing pipes running through and between exposed wood joists. The low-resolution construction view also includes other overhead utility lines and an open room below. — Construction example — overhead plumbing rough-in between exposed wood joists.

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New-construction plumbing

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Residential new construction

Plumbing scope for a new home, from piping routes to fixture locations.

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Commercial new construction

Building use, equipment connections and plumbing needs for your project.

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Drain & Vent Piping

Review drainage, venting, connection points and rough-in sequencing.

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Water-Supply Piping

Plan water-line routing and connections around the building layout.

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Fixtures & Connections

Coordinate sinks, tubs, toilets and the planned fixture locations.

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Water-Heater Connections

Discuss equipment needs, planned placement and accessible connections.

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Build-outs & Remodels

Review fixture changes, existing connections and tenant improvements.

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Builder & GC Coordination

Share plans, site access, project contacts and the construction sequence.

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Bring the project details early. We review the plumbing in context: drawings, water and drainage connections, fixtures, site conditions and the order of construction.

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From the ground up

Plan the plumbing before the finishes.

Water, drain and vent routes need to work with the layout and construction stages. Share plans, fixture information and the project sequence so the plumbing scope can be reviewed with your team.

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Piping and connection planning

A strong start below the surface.

Review drainage routes, water connections and access before later stages cover the work. We discuss rough-in timing, the interfaces with other trades and the applicable testing and inspection requirements for your build.

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Send the address, residential or commercial use, available plans, fixture schedule and owner or general contractor contact.

Review scope and sequencing

Discuss piping routes, connections, site access and the planned construction stages. Clarify permit, inspection and trade-coordination responsibilities.

Approve the plan and price

Review what is included, the project-specific price and proposed timing before authorizing the work. Let us know about any changes to plans or site conditions.

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Based in McKinney, we serve homes and businesses across Collin, Dallas, Denton, Rockwall, Hunt, Kaufman and Tarrant Counties. Share your project address and scope so we can discuss your build.

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What to share early

Project address and residential or commercial use.
Current drawings or a marked-up layout, if available.
Proposed fixture and equipment information.
Owner, builder or general contractor contact.
Site access and target construction sequence.

What the scope may cover

Piping and connections

Water, drainage and vent routes, tie-in points and planned rough-in timing.

Fixtures and equipment

Fixture locations, water-heater connections and the interfaces with other trades.

Project requirements

Applicable plans, permit responsibility, testing, inspections and construction coordination.

Build-outs and remodels, too

Changing a restroom, kitchenette or tenant layout calls for a review of the existing water, drainage and vent connections. Tell us whether the building will remain occupied.

Build-Outs & Remodels

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Planning resources

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Does New Build include homes and commercial buildings?

Yes. This page covers residential and commercial new construction. Share the project address, building use, drawings and intended schedule so we can review the plumbing scope.

What should I send for a construction plumbing review?

Start with the project address, building type, current plans or a marked-up layout, proposed fixtures and equipment, general contractor or owner contact, and the target construction sequence. Let us know which plans and requirements are still being finalized.

Can I use this page for a tenant finish-out or remodel?

Yes. Share the proposed plumbing changes and whether the property will remain occupied. Our Commercial Build-Outs & Remodels page also explains fixture relocation, existing connections and coordination considerations.

How are permits and inspections handled?

Requirements depend on the project address and jurisdiction. Permit responsibility, required plans, inspections and coordination with other trades are reviewed with the project team as part of the proposed scope.

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