Draw Plumbing Plans
I'm a master plumber and I can draw plumbing plans like this one in 20 minutes. It shows the fixtures in a bathroom that's being added to an existing home. The solid lines carry water and waste. The dashed lines only carry air and some condensation water. CLICK HERE if you want me to draw your plumbing plans. (C) Copyright 2017 Tim Carter - Master Plumber
Draw Plumbing Plans Using Years of Experience
You have to draw plumbing plans if you want your plumbing system to go in with no surprises. I've been a master plumber for almost forty years now and know how invaluable a great set of plans is to have on the job site.
I can draw plumbing plans for your new home or remodel. I love making drawings like you see above for an entire house! Watch this video that shows all you get with my Draw Plumbing Plans package:
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Pipe Sizes for Plumbing Plans
It's important to realize pipe sizes must be correct to avoid clogs. Certain fixtures require minimum pipe sizes.
As an illustration, showers need to have a 2-inch drain pipe.
Residential toilets require a minimum 3-inch drain pipe.
Fixture Units Add Up
Another key point is that plumbing drain pipes can only handle so much water flow.
Engineering studies determined many years ago the average amount of water discharged in X seconds by common plumbing fixtures.
These common fixtures in a house are:
- toilets
- kitchen sinks
- vanity sinks
- tubs
- shower stalls
- washing machines
- floor drains
The first thing to remember as you draw plumbing plans is to keep track of the fixture units so you know when to upsize to the next larger drain line.
Lots Of Hidden Vent Lines
Watch the following video I shot in the winter of 2015 in central New Hampshire. Pay close attention to the pipe sizes and the direction of some of the fittings.
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I want to boost the city water supply. We had a second floor added that has 2 new bathrooms as well as a hot tub. I have seen pictures of what I want to do. I will add a 150 gal holding tank, a pressure tank and a water pump. One way valve so my water doesn’t flow back to the city input. From the incoming 1/2 inch pipe after the neater I will use 3/4 inch for the rest of the install. New pipe connected to the holding tank then to the pressure tank (64 psi) then to the pump input and the output will connect to the main water line that feeds the complete home. By the way, I also have a 15X30 swimming pool as well. This is the cheap way to do it. I saw this system in a 2 story home, and the pressure is excellent. Comments’?
Bob,
Here's my comment. If you want me to study your setup, put pencil to paper, and render a profestional opinion, you have this option:
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