01 — Kitchen Plumbing
Kitchen Plumbing in Washington, DC & Bethesda
I'm Mike. I do kitchen plumbing for full remodels, fixture swaps, and everything in between. If you're redoing your kitchen, you need a plumber who understands the whole project, not just the pipe under the sink. That's what I do. I'm licensed in DC, bonded, and insured, and I've done over a thousand jobs across this area in six years.
DC Licensed · Bonded & Insured · 6 Years · 1,000+ Jobs · 43 Google Reviews
Call or Text Mike02 — Remodel Plumbing
Kitchen Remodel Plumbing, What Mike Handles
Most homeowners planning a kitchen remodel know they need a plumber but aren't sure exactly what that means. Here's the short version: I handle everything that involves water. Supply lines, drain lines, appliance connections, and any pipe work that has to move because your layout is changing.
In a real kitchen remodel, the plumbing scope usually includes rough-in work before anything gets closed up in the walls. That means relocating supply lines if the sink is moving, reconfiguring the drain to match the new layout, and roughing in for the dishwasher and refrigerator water line. Then, after tile and cabinets are in, I come back for the finish work: connecting the sink, disposal, dishwasher, and any new fixtures.
DC requires permits for this kind of work. I handle that. You don't have to figure out what needs a permit and what doesn't. I've done enough of these jobs in the District to know what's required and how to keep the project moving.
03 — Connections
Sink, Disposal & Dishwasher Connections
Even if you're not doing a full remodel, kitchen plumbing connections are something a lot of homeowners underestimate. A new sink that doesn't drain right, a disposal that leaks at the flange, a dishwasher that wasn't connected to an air gap, these things cause real water damage over time.
I install kitchen sinks, garbage disposals, and dishwasher connections the right way the first time. That means checking the drain slope, making sure the disposal is seated and sealed correctly, and confirming the dishwasher drain is routed properly. Small details that matter.
If you're adding a pot filler, an under-sink water filter, or a refrigerator ice maker line, I handle those too. Call or text me at (202) 555-0147 and I'll tell you straight what's involved.
04 — Big Jobs
Big Kitchen Jobs Alongside Bathroom Remodels
A lot of homeowners doing a full kitchen remodel are also redoing a bathroom at the same time. That makes sense. You've already got the walls open, you're already coordinating trades, and you want to do it once and do it right. I do both.
When I'm already on a project, bringing the kitchen plumbing into the same scope saves time and reduces the back-and-forth. You're not managing two different plumbers. I know the house, I know where the lines run, and I can sequence the work so nothing holds up the rest of the project.
I work with Capitol Tile Designs for tile and finish work on larger projects. It's the same approach I use on bathroom remodels: I handle the plumbing, they handle the surfaces, and I coordinate between the two so you're not stuck in the middle. If you're planning a kitchen and bathroom remodel together, that's exactly the kind of job I want to hear about.
What Kitchen Remodel Plumbing Typically Includes
- Supply line relocation for new sink placement
- Drain reconfiguration to match updated layout
- Garbage disposal installation
- Dishwasher supply and drain connection
- Refrigerator ice maker line
- Pot filler installation
- Under-sink water filter connection
- Rough-in and finish plumbing for full remodels
- Permit coordination with DC
- Appliance hookups after cabinet and tile installation
If you're working with a general contractor on a larger kitchen project, I can plug in as the plumbing sub. I've done that enough times to know how to stay out of the way of other trades and show up when I'm supposed to.
05 — Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does kitchen plumbing cost for a remodel in DC? It depends on how much is moving. If the sink stays in the same spot and you're just swapping fixtures, the plumbing scope is smaller. If the sink is relocating across the kitchen, or you're adding a pot filler or a second prep sink, that's a bigger job. I give straight estimates after I see the space. No vague ranges, no surprise charges after the fact.
Do you handle kitchen plumbing as part of a full kitchen remodel? Yes. I work on full remodels regularly, both as the primary plumber and as a sub alongside a GC. I do the rough-in, pull the permits, coordinate with other trades, and come back for the finish work once cabinets and tile are in. For larger projects that also include bathroom work, I can handle both under the same scope.
Can you move kitchen sink plumbing during a renovation? Yes. Moving a kitchen sink means relocating the supply lines and reconfiguring the drain, and the drain is usually the more involved part because it has to maintain the right slope to tie into the stack. I've done this in older DC rowhouses and newer construction alike. It's doable. I'll tell you upfront what it involves and what it costs.
06 — Get Started