How to Run Plumbing to a Detached Garage

There are many reasons why you’d look to add a plumbing system into your detached garage; maybe you want a garage sink to aid mechanical works or maybe you’re running out of space in your kitchen and want a washing machine to run from your garage instead? Or maybe you’re considering a guest shower as part of a garage conversion.

Whatever the reason, Greenstar are the plumbing installation experts who will work with you to design and install the right plumbing system to revamp your detached garage.

Plumbing a garage: key costs involved

When planning for any refurbishment, costs will usually be on the forefront of your mind. When it comes to installing plumbing for your detached garage, you should consider:

The cost of the plumbing materials, such as any pipes, drains and valves
Your property’s layout, as the greater distance between your house and garage, the more expensive the plumbing line will be
Your garage’s foundation, which if made of concrete, may increase the cost due to the labour time to drill down
Depth of the mains, as similar to before, could add to the cost if the sewer line is located deep down underground
Your garage’s insulation – this is dependent on whether you need hot water, but note water heaters inside your garage are more efficient for hot water supply than if they are located elsewhere
Your garage’s ventilation, which is essential to prevent any moisture or condensation, plus a vent will be needed on the garage roof too

How to run plumbing to a garage

When it comes to the plumbing, we will work with you to run the utilities to your detached garage. We will:

Survey the area for the plumbing connection. We will look to find the best location to run the plumbing pipes and fittings into your garage. This includes considering any slopes as drainage pipes require a gradient to work correctly
Excavate. Once planned, we will work with third parties to start making space for the new pipes by digging up the required ground
Install the plumbing. We can then install all relevant fixtures, plumbing and drainage to make your water system function

We are a plumbing installer in Dorset

We’re a leading plumbing and boiler company based in Dorset with years of experience in residential and commercial installations, servicing and emergency repairs.

For reliable, professional and Gas Safe registered gas engineers and experienced plumbers, contact Greenstar on 01202 355344 today.