dereks
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I have a tiny and dumpy house that is ripe for teardown. I'd like to build a house that will last 150 years. I'm all thumbs so I'd like something bulletproof that will last without any repair. What should I do about plumbing? Here are some of my ideas, please improve on them.
1. Use copper water lines. Most longevity? Anyone install grade L copper plumbing inside?
2. Should I use 1 1/2 inch in baths instead of 1 1/4?
3. Place hatches (?) on the walls with plumbing so you can access it without knocking a hole in the wall?
4. Limit plumbing to a small area of the house so pipes aren't everywhere?
5. Water heater ideas? Hot water recirculation pump? (We have one at work).
6. Place floor drain in the basement?
1. Use copper water lines. Most longevity? Anyone install grade L copper plumbing inside?
2. Should I use 1 1/2 inch in baths instead of 1 1/4?
3. Place hatches (?) on the walls with plumbing so you can access it without knocking a hole in the wall?
4. Limit plumbing to a small area of the house so pipes aren't everywhere?
5. Water heater ideas? Hot water recirculation pump? (We have one at work).
6. Place floor drain in the basement?