Expert ADU Plumbing Services

Plumbing is the most complex and highest risk system in your home. The Benjamin Franklin Plumbing team are professional and honest offering hands on Plumbing Consultations ADU Plumbing services whether it is existing, new construction, or new addition.

It may be necessary to connect to the current gas, water, and sewage lines when constructing an auxiliary dwelling unit (ADU) on your land or your city may require entire new lines to be ran. Gaining an understanding of the many rules, city specific codes, necessary changes, and related expenses can be a difficult and daunting task.

Even with California state ADU legislation in place, local standards vary, so it's crucial to hire a contractor with local experience. Furthermore, since these regulations are always changing, it's critical to collaborate with a team that understands how your local jurisdiction interprets the criteria.

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What is an ADU?

With a few variations, an ADU is an accessory dwelling unit, an add-on to a primary property that offers fully furnished independent living quarters for one or more people.

• Detached: The component is isolated from the main building.
• Attached: The main structure is connected to the unit.
• Converted Existing Space: Areas on the lot of the primary residence that are transformed into separate living units, such as the master bedroom, attached garage, storage area, or an area with a similar purpose or an additional structure.
• JADU (Junior Accessory Dwelling Unit):  A particular kind of conversion of existing space that is totally contained in a single-family home, either currently constructed or one that is planned.

What does ADU Plumbing require?

In California, plumbing for an accessory dwelling unit (ADU) entails joining the ADU to the current gas, water, and sewage lines. Some cities are now requiring some ADUs to have a completely new set of lines. It is absolutely critical to have ADU Plumbing consultations and work performed by licensed Plumbing contractors who have experience with ADU Plumbing, city specific codes and  regulations.

ADU Plumbing may involve:

Construction sewer
The building sewer of the ADU needs to be connected to the trunk or public sewer. This may require a Sewer Maintenance Saddle permit, Sanitation District approval, and an encroachment permit.

Water provision
Prior to the water meter and water regulator, the ADU's water line needs to be connected to the private water service line. Before the water service line enters the ADU, a secondary water regulator needs to be built.

Materials
PVC (polyvinyl chloride) and CPVC (chlorinated polyvinyl chloride) are two common materials for ADU plumbing because they are strong and effective. PVC is simple to install, lightweight, and resistant against corrosion. CPVC is more heat resistant than PVC and is suited for hot regions.

Site evaluation
It is advised to evaluate the size, location, and serviceability of all utilities on the property before beginning to design the floor plans. More firm pricing for site work can be provided with the use of this information.

For Expert ADU Plumbing Free Consultations, book an appointment or call (562) 367-8723 today!