Kitchen, bathroom and laundry room
Plan the connections before the finishing work
Moving a shower, adding a sink or changing a laundry room can involve more than repositioning a fixture. The water supply, drainage, venting and access to components that need maintenance should be considered together.
Send your plans and the specifications of the fixtures you are considering for renovation plumbing. Have the pipe routing checked before closing walls or installing cabinetry. Preserve access to shutoff valves and useful cleanouts.
In a condo or rental building, shutting off the water may affect other occupants. Explain who authorizes access, who coordinates the shutoff and which parts of the installation are shared. These details help organize the work without assuming that one valve serves only your unit.