New Plumbing Rough

For more than a decade, Summit Drain has been proudly serving Ottawa and the surrounding area with outstanding plumbing maintenance and repairs for homeowners. Whether your plumbing project is part of a new build or an existing home, there’s no substitute for a properly installed plumbing rough-in.

What Is a Plumbing Rough-In?

A plumbing rough-in is the term used for a certain stage of home construction or home renovation before your plumbing fixtures are connected to service. At this point, a plumber will install your water pipes and your drain pipes in the specific locations you need to make your newly renovated room operational. Plumbers will expertly and safely build specific lengths of piping, drilling holes through studs and subfloors to ensure an easy installation.

Plumbing rough-ins are always good to have especially if you have an unfinished basement. Simply having the rough-in ready to go makes it easier for you to renovate your home a few years from now. A rough-in can also make your home more appealing when it’s up for sale, with prospective buyers noting that finishing the basement will be a much easier project to undertake.

Buildings We Service for Plumbing Rough-Ins

Summit Drain conveniently offers plumbing rough-in services for all building types across the Ottawa region including new construction homes and existing homes undergoing renovation, for which we offer free estimates for your convenience.

We also offer rough-in services for condominiums and other highrise buildings. We always advise that our potential clients contact us early in the construction and design process so we can plan your plumbing rough-in needs accordingly.

Plumbing Rough-In Services Ottawa

Our team specializes in a wide array of plumbing rough-in services including:

Bathroom Rough-In Plumbing
Toilet Rough-In Plumbing
Basement Plumbing Rough-In
Shower Plumbing Rough-In
Bathtub Plumbing Rough-In
New Construction Plumbing Rough-In

Why Choose Summit Drain Plumbing Services

New home construction or renovation can be a stressful process and that’s why we promise all of our clients quality service and plumbers who show up to your home with a positive attitude. Our number one priority is your satisfaction and to get the job done exactly to your desired specifications. With more than 10 years of experience doing plumbing rough-ins in basements, bathrooms, and more, we can offer valuable insight into the best placement and installation for all types of plumbing. Our team will take the time to understand your vision so we can follow through accordingly. There are no bad questions and we will take the time to answer all of yours with great consideration.

Need A Plumber?

Our crews always make appointments on time and greet you with a smile. We believe in open communication about every stage of the plumbing rough-in process. Ask us more about our industry-leading warranties on parts and services. We are available 24 hours a day and 7 days a week to meet all of your plumbing emergency needs. If you’re looking for a reliable plumber to deliver first-class service for all of your plumbing needs, Summit Drain & Plumbing is the company you need to contact.

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FAQ

A main sewer line blockage can cause water to backup in random places. For instance, you run your washing machine and notice your sink overflowing – this can be a clear sign that you have a clogged drain line.

If you have ruled out a potential sewer drain clog, you can rinse your sewer drain by flushing it with water. When you flush your lines, try adding a bit of drain cleaner to the water. A great place to flush your sewer line is the toilet – a larger amount of water and drain cleaner can enter your system quickly and easily. Unfortunately, if you do this when you have a clog, it can cause backup and potential flooding – if this is the case, clear the clog first.

You should generally know if your sewer line is blocked with slow drainage. The purpose of the sewer line is to take all the water drainage away from your house via sinks, bathtubs or toilets – if you find that there is slower drainage in one drain then you can essentially clear that yourself using a drain snake or a plunger.

There is confusion regarding when you are responsible for sewer line repair. While some may believe that the homeowner is only responsible for repairing the part of the line that’s on their property, this is not the case. Sewer lines consist of multiple sections, the upper lateral, lower lateral and the main line. The city is only responsible for repairing the main sewer line.

If issues with the main sewer line cause damage to your lower lateral, which is most likely where the damage would generally first start – the city would repair this damage when they work on the main sewer line. Unfortunately, if there is backup and flooding on your property from the main sewer line, then the city would not be responsible. It is best to follow up with the city to see if they will repair any damage in these cases.

Unpleasant smells coming from your drains is indicative of sewer line issues and damage. You should always take these types of smells seriously as it could be toxic fumes slowly releasing from the sewer below into your home.

There are a number of ways to clear a slow drain using products found around the home:

Bent Wire – If you do not have a drain snake, you can try using a stiff wire – like one from a clothes hanger, leaving the hook to enter pipes and pull out any clogs. Try to make sure you don’t push debris further into the pipe.

Homemade Flush – Mixing baking soda and vinegar can dissolve any materials that are potentially clogging your drain pipes. This is a good and much safer alternative to store-bought chemical cleaners.

Toilet Plunger – Like plunging a toilet, you can try using this on your drains. Using a plunger on your drains can help get things moving by using suction. This should be enough to fix any mild blockages.

Aged drain pipes are at risk for corrosion which can lead to breaks. Summit Drain has both the technology and expertise to fix this if necessary.

Yes. Drain pipes are durable, but not meant to last forever. If you live in an older home in Ottawa, most likely the pipes are made from copper and can collapse in this day and age.

When it comes to a collapsed drain, call Summit Drain. We use trenchless technology to replace sewer pipes made from original materials without ruining your property.

Rock salt
Rock salt helps by removing moisture from the roots, which in turn kills them. Two lbs should do the trick, pour 1 down the toilet. Flush until gone. And repeat with the next. Then leave for 12 hours and don’t run any water.

Foaming root killers
Another effective way to treat roots in pipes is with foaming root killers. Pour powder into toilet and flush. It will foam upon contact with water. Not only does it help dissolve current roots, but also helps to protect against future ones.

Copper sulfate
Copper sulfate is another good option. Available at most hardware stores, pour roughly half a cup into toilet and flush until gone. Leave the home and take all pets and family members along. This is a toxic substance and banned in some places.

Should I replace old pipes?
There does come a time where it makes sense to replace your pipes. Over time they crack and corrode. It is recommended to begin routine inspections once your home reaches 50 years in age. For plumbing Services in and around the Ottawa area, nobody does it like Summit Drain.