Ideas, costs, tips and plans - the information you need for a successful Plumbing Maintenance project
December 2021
Homeowners have many important questions about their Plumbing Maintenance Project. How much will it cost? How long will it take? What problem areas do I need to watch out for? Can I recover my Plumbing Maintenance investment when I sell? Can I do some of the work myself? What can I do to make sure that the work is done right?
Costs, materials and best practices for the example Plumbing Maintenance project will help you answer these questions. Use this information to develop a budget, bid requirements, hiring contracts and a project plan.
The approximate costs and value of a typical Plumbing Maintenance project are summarized below. Use higher estimates for larger metropolitan areas and the lower estimates where home prices are below the national average. Adjust costs for substitutions or refinements in the last section. For size differences of up to 25%, scale total costs in direct proportion to the size of your project. Use the adjusted costs as a basis for setting a material budget and for comparing contractor bids (if you choose to have a professional perform the work).
Project description | Common home plumbing maintenance and service projects. Projects include modernization, restoration, addition and repair. |
Project size | Average electrical service call |
Material and labor cost | $518 - $604 |
Do-it-yourself assessment | This is not a project recommended for the do it yourselfer. A successful Plumbing Maintenance requires the work of skilled trade contractors as well as special materials, tools, fabrication and installation techniques. Do it yourself mistakes may be expensive to remedy and will likely reduce the marketability and value of your home. |
First year Return on Investment - ROI | Returns vary widely and are affected by the range of home prices in your neighborhood, the overall condition of your home and sensible design choices. A high quality Plumbing Maintenance project in an appropriate neighborhood can return as much as 77% - 91% of its initial cost. |
First year Return on Investment - ROI | Returns vary widely and are affected by the range of home prices in your neighborhood, the overall condition of your home and sensible design choices. A high quality Plumbing Maintenance project in an appropriate neighborhood can return as much as 77% - 91% of its initial cost. |
Green rating | Plumbing Maintenance projects can incorporate renewable or sustainable resources and environmentally friendly materials. |
The following list includes major work tasks commonly performed during Plumbing Maintenance. Use this list to understand the timing and sequence of different steps in the Plumbing Maintenance project. Click any Task name for a complete written specifications, FAQs and quality checklist for the task - this essential information will help you control Plumbing Maintenance project cost and quality.
Do you expect to spend more than $250 on your Plumbing Maintenance project? If so, it is important create and manage a detailed plan for all project activities.
Task | Service Provider | Time | Difficulty | Basic Cost Range |
Adjust Pressure Regulator Valve | Plumber | 1 to 2 d | $70 - $118 | |
Move Water Line | Plumber | 1 to 2 d | $573 - $974 | |
Install Roof Vent | Plumber | 1 to 2 d | $367 - $629 | |
Install Bathtub Faucet | Plumber | 1 d | $478 - $828 | |
Install Gas Line | Plumber | 1 to 2 d | $616 - $1,034 | |
Replace Bathtub | Plumber | 2 to 5 d | $1,115 - $1,950 | |
Install Whirlpool Tub | Plumber | 2 to 5 d | $2,571 - $4,596 | |
Install Bathroom Sink | Plumber | 1 d | $437 - $754 | |
Replace Kitchen Sink | Plumber | 1 d | $377 - $636 | |
Install Shower Faucet | Plumber | 1 d | $467 - $807 | |
Install Bathtub Drain | Plumber | 1 d | $329 - $573 | |
Install Tub Faucet | Plumber | 1 d | $472 - $816 | |
Install Toilet | Plumber | 1 d | $409 - $726 | |
Install Tank Heater | Plumber | 1 to 2 d | $1,204 - $2,137 | |
Replace Hot Water Heater | Plumber | 1 d | $1,244 - $2,213 | |
Install Dishwasher | Plumber | 1 d | $629 - $1,134 | |
Clean Sewer Line | Plumber | 1 d | $194 - $323 | |
Install Ice Maker | Plumber | 1 d | $363 - $626 | |
Repair Toilet | Plumber | 1 d | $162 - $275 | |
Repair Faucet | Plumber | 1 d | $162 - $275 |
Review these tips, design suggestions, options and lessons learned before finalizing your Plumbing Maintenance project plan.
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