What we install
Common installs include kitchen and bathroom faucets, toilets, sinks, tubs and showers, garbage disposals, dishwasher and washing machine hookups, ice maker lines, hose bibs and water filtration lines. In a remodel, we also handle the rough-in, which is the pipes inside the walls that set where fixtures sit.
We install fixtures you supply or help you choose. Bring the product information to the planning call so the plumber knows what size and connections are needed.
Common installs and what they involve
The scope grows with the changes to the layout.
| Job | Typical work | Planning point |
|---|---|---|
| Replace a faucet | Shutoff valves, supply lines, drain check | Hole count in the sink |
| Replace a toilet | Flange check, new seal, supply line | Rough-in distance |
| Add a fixture | New supply and drain lines | Venting and permit |
| Appliance hookup | Valves, hoses, drain | Location of existing lines |
How an installation project goes
Walkthrough
The plumber looks at the location, the existing lines and your fixture choice.
Plan and price
You get the scope and a clear price before work begins.
Install
Old fixtures are removed, new lines and valves are set, and fixtures are connected.
Test
Everything is pressure and leak tested, and the plumber shows you the shutoffs.
Planning a plumbing install?
Call to schedule a visit and a clear price.
Remodels and new layouts
Moving a fixture means moving the drain, the vent and the supply, and that is when permits matter. The City of Fountain Valley Building Division, at 714-593-4429, can tell you which parts of your project need a permit and an inspection.
Bring your plan or a sketch to the walkthrough. A plumber can often suggest a position that saves on drain work.
Water quality and fixtures
The city's 2026 water quality report lists average hardness of 13 grains per gallon. Scale builds on faucet aerators, showerheads and inside cartridges. When you pick fixtures, choose ones with easy-clean aerators and replaceable cartridges.
If you are installing a filter or softener, plan the line and drain access first, and see our water softener and filtration page.
What plumbing installation costs
Pricing follows the scope. You hear a clear price before work starts.
What moves the final number
Buying fixtures before the walkthrough can save time if the plumber confirms they fit. Call (714) 750-8637.
Choosing fixtures that last
Fixtures differ widely in how easy they are to repair. Look for replaceable cartridges, standard supply connections and parts that are sold separately. A beautiful faucet that cannot be repaired is a poor value when a cartridge fails.
Ask the plumber which brands they find easy to service. They see the failures that reviews do not.
What to have ready for the visit
Clear the area under sinks, move items away from the work zone and know where the main water shutoff is. If you bought fixtures, have the boxes and manuals on hand. Photos of the existing setup help the plumber plan.
If an electrician or a carpenter is also working, tell the dispatcher so the visits can be sequenced.
The codes behind new work
New fixtures and lines follow the California Plumbing Code, based on the Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC), which sets pipe sizes, venting and fixture clearances. Moving or adding a fixture usually needs a permit and an inspection, while swapping a like-for-like faucet usually does not.
Outdoor and utility installs
Hose bibs, laundry connections and garage utility sinks are quick installs. Outdoor lines should have a shutoff and an accessible location. Where lines cross concrete, the plumber discusses options such as going overhead.
Backflow protection may be required on certain outdoor connections, and the plumber will tell you if it applies.
Common Questions
Yes. Share the model so the plumber can confirm fit and parts.
Replacing a fixture often does not. Adding or moving one usually does. Ask the Building Division at 714-593-4429.
Yes, but it changes drain and vent lines. The plumber assesses the slab or floor structure first.
Yes. Washers, dishwashers and ice makers are common. Gas appliances may have additional rules.
A single fixture is often under a few hours. Remodel rough-ins take longer.
See the emergency pages or call (714) 750-8637. The line is open 24/7.