Remodel plumbing is the rough-in and finish work when a kitchen or bathroom is renovated: moving drains and supply lines, adding fixtures, and replacing old pipe while the walls and floors are open. Planning it early keeps the rest of the project on schedule.
Planning remodel plumbing
Can I move my toilet or sink?
Usually, but moving drains is the costly part, because each fixture needs proper slope and venting. On a slab, moving a drain means cutting concrete; over a crawl space it's simpler.
Should I replace old pipe while the walls are open?
If it's galvanized, polybutylene or original to an older home, yes. It's the cheapest time to do it, and it avoids reopening finished walls later.
Kitchen permits and inspections
Remodel plumbing that adds, moves or replaces piping needs a Mecklenburg County permit in Charlotte, with a rough-in inspection before walls close and a final inspection afterward. See our bathroom and kitchen remodel plumbing guide.
Hiring a plumber for kitchen in Charlotte
SteadWell is a free referral service, not a plumbing company. We connect you with an independent, licensed plumber who serves Charlotte; that plumber prices the job and stands behind the work.
- Confirm the North Carolina license with the State Board of Examiners of Plumbing, Heating and Fire Sprinkler Contractors.
- Ask for a written scope listing every line moved or replaced.
- Ask who pulls the permit and schedules inspections.
