Home Services Guidelines and Best Practices
Water Filtering System Installation
Water Filtering System Installation guidelines, FAQs and unit pricing information
January 2017
Are you looking for independent, trustworthy advice about Water Filtering System Installation? Do you need to understand common installation options? If your project calls for Water Filtering System Installation work, the following guidelines and best practices will help you understand: Is a subcontractor really necessary for Water Filtering System Installation work? Will a permit be required? What are common problem areas? How much will Water Filtering System Installation labor cost? What are the important Water Filtering System Installation quality checks that should be included in the work requirements?
Water Filtering System Installation - Frequently Asked Questions
| What is a fair price for Water Filtering System Installation? | Costs vary with project size, job quality and time of year. For typical Water Filtering System Installation expect to pay between $79.88 to $146.44 for each water filtering system. Additional fees are typically charged for small projects or rush jobs. |
| Is a permit needed for Water Filtering System Installation work? | Design approval and permits from your local building department are not required for Water Filtering System Installation. If your home is subject to homeowner association (HOA) covenants, you should verify that your Water Filtering System Installation project complies with association guidelines. |
| Is it worth using a professional to perform Water Filtering System Installation work? | The operation and performance of the water filtering system may be adversely affected by inexperience or poor installation techniques. Hire service providers for Water Filtering System Installation carefully and be sure to tie payment milestones to appropriate quality checks (from the list below). |
| Is Water Filtering System Installation something that I can do myself? | The typical Water Filtering System Installation project can be completed by a moderately skilled do-it-yourselfer; as with any project, high quality Water Filtering System Installation requires attention to detail and careful planning. |
| How many days are typically required to complete the Water Filtering System Installation work? | Normally, this work can be completed in 1 day. |
Water Filtering System Installation - Options, Quality Checks and Important Details
Use the list below to document your expectations for level of detail and finish quality for Water Filtering System Installation. Make sure that relevant information is included in any written contracts or work orders on your project. Before any Water Filtering System Installation work begins, review the checklist with the service provider. Tie payments to satisfactory completion of this checklist.
- A detailed water filtering system layout - showing material placement and all joints/seams - will be reviewed and approved before work begins
- Horizontal and vertical edges of adjacent water filtering system will be aligned to within 1/16 inch
- Install water filtering system with horizontal edges level and vertical edges plumb to within 1/32 inch
- Water filtering system will be installed so that the water filtering system base/trim is solidly attached and attached completely flush to the mounting surface
- The water filtering system will be solidly attached and not slide, rock, twist or move when used
- All work must meet or exceed local code requirements
- Installed water filtering system will be level to within 1/64 inch in any 2 foot direction
- All water filtering system operating methods and options work properly, at manufacturer's rated capacity
- The water filtering system, its connections and fittings will be verified 100% leak-free under all operating conditions
- The water filtering system will operate without noise, excessive heat generation or degradation of other circuit components
- The water filtering system surface and surface finish will be free of surface defects, irregularities and any physical damage
Water Filtering System Installation - Work Milestones and Project Reminders
The following list summarizes work tasks commonly performed during Water Filtering System Installation. These tasks help ensure proper completion of the water filtering system work and compliance with common manufacturer and vendor warranty requirements. Make sure that either you or your service provider takes responsibility for each of these tasks. All service provider task responsiblities should be clearly called out in the written contract or work orders.
- Complete written contract, including scope of work, quality checks, warranty, timing and payment terms; ensure that contract is signed before work begins
- Select, specify and order water filtering system; verify that type, grade, finish, size, color, any options, and quantity are clearly identified in the order; make sure that delivery date, terms and damage provisions are included in the order
- Manage delivery of water filtering system; verify that delivered model #, grade, finish, size, options, and quantity match the order precisely; thoroughly inspect all items for damage and proper operation; make or authorize final payment only after complete order is delivered
- Install water filtering system using manufacturer supplied hardware, in compliance manufacturer recommendations and applicable local building code(s)
- Attach water filtering system to water supply using connectors rated for appropriate temperature, pressure and flow rate
- Connect water filtering system to exhaust venting system in manner that is compliant with all local building codes
- Inspect Water Filtering System Installation and verify that all quality requirements and punch list items are completed correctly
- Collect and neatly organize in a single binder all product installation and maintenance documentation, receipts, and any rebate information
- Carefully remove all manufacturers labels and clean the water filtering system surfaces - without scraping, scratching or otherwise damaging the water filtering system
- Submit final payment; pay with a check to ensure expense can be verified for tax purposes
