Recent content by Steven Whitehead

A follow-up question: Given that it makes sense to leave the door open for a future bathroom in the basement. If I can *reasonably* figure out where those fixtures would likely go, does it make sense to pre-plumb for them now, even if we have no immediate plans to use them? That is, is it...

Great point.

Good Point about the value of a *possible* f Reach (and others too), Thanks for the pointer re: backflow protection and avoiding a primer. Those look like good options, especially the test plug. Nice and simple :) Also, Thanks you for pointing out the potential benefit of a toilet or even...

Thanks Jeff. I had thought about adding a floor drain, but have hesitated, since this is a vacation home and I worry about a basement drain's P-trap drying out and stinking up the place, especially during those long winter months when the place might be vacant. For simplicity I didn't want to...

In case you can't read the attached *.jpg file, here is a *.png. This should be clearer. Thanks,

Hi, I'm a plumbing newbie/DIYer and I could use some help. I'm designing a small house for my Dad in Idaho and I'm trying to sort of the plumbing details. The house will be placed on a gradual hillside, has a full (walk-out) basement, a main floor and an liveable attic. From a plumbing...