New Construction Plumbing in La Vergne, TN

Getting the pipes right while they are easy to reach

On a new house, the plumbing goes in during the build, one stage at a time. Supply lines bring water in, drains carry it out, and vents let the drains flow. Part of that piping ends up under concrete. The rest gets sealed behind drywall. After that, any mistake means cutting into a finished house.

So we test each stage before anyone covers it. We also keep water lines away from spots where a hard freeze can get to them. A supply pipe pressed against an outside wall is usually the first one to split in a cold snap. Moving it during the build costs little. Fixing it after it bursts costs a lot more.

Our customers include general contractors, owner-builders, and families rebuilding after a storm. An addition or a basement finish follows the same steps, just on a smaller scale.

What the work includes

Underslab and groundwork

We lay the drain and supply lines that go under the slab and set them to grade. Then we test them before the concrete crew shows up.

Rough-in and top-out

Once framing is up, we run supply lines, drains and vents through the walls and ceilings. Every stub-out lands where your fixtures and cabinets will actually sit.

Water service connection

We bring the water line from the meter into the house and install a main shutoff you can reach. A shutoff you can find in the dark matters when a storm knocks things loose.

Backflow protection

We are backflow certified. We install and test the backflow devices your build calls for, so the drinking water stays separate from irrigation and other non-potable lines.

Water heater and fixture setting

At trim-out we set toilets, sinks, tubs, showers and the water heater. If you want a tankless unit, our Tankless Water Heater Installation page covers that option.

Final testing and walkthrough

We run every fixture and check pressure, then walk you through where the shutoffs are. Our work on your build is backed by a 2-year warranty.

When to bring us in

• Your lot is cleared and plans are approved

  This is the best time to call. We can look over the plumbing layout and spot problems while they are still just lines on paper.

• The slab pour is on the calendar

  Underslab work has to be done and tested before concrete. If the pour date is set and nobody has plumbed it yet, call us soon.

• You are adding a bathroom or addition

  New square footage with water in it is new construction plumbing, even on an older house. We tie the new lines into what you already have.

• A storm took your home down to the studs

  If wind, a falling tree or flooding means the walls and floors are coming out, it can be smarter to plumb those rooms new. That beats patching around damage you cannot see. We will tell you plainly which way makes sense.

• An inspector failed the rough-in

  If another crew left you with a failed inspection, we can look at what was flagged and give you a straight answer on fixing it.

How a build goes with us

1. 1

   Walk the plans

   We go over your drawings, fixture list and timeline by phone and on site. You get a free written estimate broken out by stage.

2. 2

   Permit and schedule

   We pull the plumbing permit and line our stages up with your builder's calendar. That way the framers and concrete crew are not waiting on us.

3. 3

   Install and test each stage

   Underslab, rough-in and top-out each get a pressure or water test before inspection. We fix anything we find before the inspector sees it.

4. 4

   Inspections

   We meet the inspector or have everything ready when they arrive. If something gets flagged, we correct it and get it re-inspected.

5. 5

   Trim-out and handoff

   We set fixtures, start the water heater and check every tap. Then we clean up our area and show you the shutoffs.

What sets the price on a new build

No two builds are the same, so we price from your drawings instead of guessing. Your estimate is free, and each stage gets its own line so you can see what you are paying for. If you would rather spread the cost out, ask us about financing. Cash works, and so does any major credit card.

How many fixtures you plan

Every toilet, sink, tub and outdoor hose bib means more pipe, more fittings and more hours. An extra bath upstairs or at the far end of the house usually runs higher than one stacked over the kitchen.

Slab or crawlspace foundation

On a slab, the underground lines must be set and tested before concrete goes down. A crawlspace is easier to get into, but the pipes need more care to keep them from freezing.

The pipe and fixtures you pick

PEX and copper cost different amounts, and so do the faucets and valves you choose. We will lay out the tradeoffs and let you decide, without steering you to the most expensive one.

How far the meter sits from the house

A long service line from the street means more digging and more pipe. Rock in the trench slows that work down too.

Changes after rough-in

Moving a fixture once the pipes are in, or coming back after a delay, adds labor. Locking in the layout early keeps those extra trips to a minimum.