Wiring plumbing may be required when carrying out major repairs or in the event of a water pipe breakdown. This process can be carried out independently, without the involvement of specialists, the main thing is to have the appropriate tool available and be able to handle it. Work is carried out according to a pre-compiled plan, divided into several main stages. It includes the location of the elements of communication, a diagram can be made independently, or found on the appropriate resources.
Plumbing wiring: preparation for work
First of all, you need to make a list of necessary communications and plumbing devices. For example, for a washing machine and toilet, connection to the sewerage and cold water supply is required, and hot water is additionally supplied to the wash basin and shower (bath). Plumbing and heating require competent work, as non-compliance with the rules can lead to very unpleasant consequences.
You also need to determine the number of shutoff valves, such elements must be installed on the inlet to the washing machine, cold and hot water. If desired, they can be mounted on the water supply to the toilet, this is especially convenient in the event of a tank breakdown, since repairs will not need to shut off the general water supply system.
Plumbing: prices
With the complete replacement of all devices and pipes, it may take several days to complete. Many are interested in the cost of this service, it depends on several factors:
- the complexity of the work and the time allotted for its implementation;
- the number of installed devices, nodes and other basic elements;
- type of plumbing.
For example, a shower complex with extensive functionality is more difficult to install than a standard cast-iron bath. Also, the cost increases when using additional services.
Prices for plumbing work may vary from different specialists and firms. On average, installing a sink will cost 1,700 rubles, and installing a standard mixer will cost 800 rubles. When choosing a company, it is worthwhile to focus not only on the prices of the services provided, but also on the professionalism of employees, it will also be useful to study reviews on specialized resources.
Location Rules
After choosing the type of plumbing and its acquisition, you need to decide on the placement of all devices. In this case, it is desirable to bring into the room and put at least several elements in the intended place to make sure their location is convenient. Next, on a sheet of paper, a plumbing layout is drawn up, while it is worth considering some features and rules:
- bends for sewers can be made in the form of a “tee” without a vertical part;
- the main pipeline is located above the floor surface, water outlets go from it through tees;
- the location of the plumbing should provide easy access to the junction of flexible hoses and piping;
- sewer and water pipes should be as close to each other as possible so that they can be hidden behind a special box;
- the intersection of pipes is extremely undesirable, and plumbing should also be connected as simply as possible;
- pipe routing should not be difficult, it is necessary to ensure the possibility of independent execution.
Materials
There are many different materials, they are selected depending on the complexity of installation and type of installation.
Wiring plumbing with polypropylene pipes is made using a special device called a soldering iron. You can rent it at a store that sells the appropriate goods, or you can buy it. The first option is more rational if you need a single use. Using the tool does not cause difficulties, the main thing is to remember about strong heat and exercise caution when working. It is also worth reading the instructions. In some cases, an assistant may be required.
Plumbing installation requires the use of PVC fittings for connecting and turning pipes at the required angle. They are selected according to the size of the latter. When buying, it is worth taking a few spare elements, they may be required in case of uneven soldering.
Features
When using a soldering iron, the resulting joints become one-piece, and if there are any flaws, to eliminate them, you need to cut off part of the pipeline. Couplings are used to build up a pipe with insufficient length.
One of the stages of work is the connection of special fittings to the end outlets, on the one hand a flexible hose is supplied to them, and on the other a pipe is fixed.
Plumbing in a new building is carried out in two main ways:
- Soldering pipes starts from the riser towards the plumbing devices.
- First, the plumbing element farthest from the riser is connected.
Flush mounting
If it is necessary to conduct independent work, the scheme should be simplified as much as possible. For example, the water supply goes along the floor, and a pipe is drawn to each device in the wall structures in a perpendicular arrangement.
Propylene pipes are reliable, durable and easy to use, for their installation, as noted earlier, a heating tool is required, it will provide a tight and high-quality connection.
The most widespread installation of concealed plumbing , due to the convenience of repair work and maintaining the appearance of the premises. First you need to make the strobes in the floor and walls, while you need to make sure that the dimensions of the recesses and the materials used are consistent. The next step is to install the valve and filter with a suitable level of cleaning. Do not forget about the water flow meter and pressure sensor, the latter is of particular importance in the absence of a stable pressure and frequent excess of established standards.
Connecting elements
The collector is a cylinder in which there are several outlet openings and one inlet; its main advantage is the simplification of connection to plumbing fixtures. After it, the required number of locking valves and adapters is installed. It also provides an even distribution of fluid, which contributes to the same pressure at each point. The formed holes are hidden behind the plaster on which the desired decorative coating is applied. Among the disadvantages, it is worth noting the cost of the system, since in addition to the collectors themselves with shut-off valves, a large number of fittings and pipes are required.
Free connections must be provided to the connections; it is necessary for the periodic replacement of gaskets and repair of the water supply. After installing the pipes on the elements connected to the plumbing fixtures, the fittings and flexible hoses are used, which are used as pipelines to consumers.
Sewerage
The need for a soldering iron does not arise when working with sewer pipes, for assembly they just need to be inserted into each other. With the help of fittings, you can simplify the task, and if deficiencies are identified, they can be easily eliminated by disassembling the system.
The wiring of plumbing does not cause any special difficulties and is made subject to several rules:
- pipes should be connected in such a way that elements with a smaller size are inserted into fittings or pipes having a larger diameter;
- the drainage to the sewer from the toilet should be within 110 mm, while for pipes coming from the washbasin, washing machine and shower, this parameter is 50 mm;
- pipes should go to the main riser with a slight slope.
Recommendations
It is undesirable that the wiring of plumbing in a new building is complicated by various intersections, since they can lead to a “congestion” while using two devices at the same time, it is also recommended that the devices be connected in series.
In some cases, difficulties arise when cleaning the blockage through the drain hole, this task can be simplified even during the repair process by installing an additional fitting tee on the sewer pipe. Through its upper hole, which is closed with a special stopper, you can quickly eliminate blockage. It is worth remembering that if the plumbing wiring project involves a hidden type of installation, there should always be the ability to access the connections for inspection and repair.
Rubber seals should be present at all joints of sewer pipes , they will prevent leakage of sewage and the appearance of an unpleasant odor. During installation, it is important to connect all elements as tightly as possible. The organization of a constant slope is carried out using special clamps that fix the necessary pipe sections on the walls. Among the main elements that must be installed, it is worth noting the shut-off valve and the coarse filter.