How pipework is performed in residential areas

As a rule, any major overhaul is not complete without replacing old communications, especially when pipes are old and rusty. By itself, this process is not particularly difficult, the only thing you need to correctly perform the layout. To help in this matter, we will further consider how the pipe wiring is done in the apartment with our own hands.

General information about communications

As a rule, by distributing pipes means wiring the plumbing in the bathrooms and in the kitchen. But in addition to these engineering systems, there are also heating, gas, and in some cases electrical communications are hidden in the pipes.

Note! The distribution of gas pipes in a private house and apartment is usually performed by specialists.

As a rule, people who have decided to undertake an overhaul with their own hands are interested in whether it is possible to cope with laying a new pipeline at all without being an expert in this matter? Much depends on the material of the pipes - installation of "plastic" is not difficult, even for beginners in this business.

But, in addition to the choice of material for pipes, in order to correctly perform the layout, you should decide on the following points:

• Type of installation (hidden or external);
• Wiring diagram

Of course, for this you need to familiarize yourself with the various nuances of possible pipeline options.

Materials for the arrangement of water supply

Today there are several options for materials for the pipeline, so before you make a choice, you need to familiarize yourself with the features of each:

Thus, for independent replacement of the pipeline, plastic pipes are the best option. However, for the installation of polyethylene or polypropylene wiring will need a special welding machine. But the wiring of plastic pipes with their own hands can be done without any special equipment.

Pipe laying

As mentioned above, there are two options for distributing the pipeline:

• Hidden - pipes embedded in the wall;
• Open - the pipeline remains visible.

Now take a closer look at the merits of the disadvantages of each type.

Hidden layout

This wiring option is great for small rooms, where every square centimeter of usable area counts.

Among the advantages of hidden installation are the following points:

• Due to the fact that the pipeline is hidden from the eyes, the room takes on a neat, more aesthetic look.
• The ability to arrange furniture close to the walls.
• In case of fire, the water supply system will not be damaged.

Along with the advantages, this layout also has some drawbacks:

• The choice of pipeline material is limited, as it is impossible to mount collapsible joints in the wall. For example, polypropylene or polyethylene pipes can be wired, which are joined by welding.
• The complexity of the work - shtending the walls is not only long, but also quite heavy, as well as dusty procedure.
• Pipeline installation difficulty - it is necessary to collect it extremely precisely, strictly under the made shroby.
• For the implementation of repair work it is necessary to destroy the walls.

Thus, it is not always advisable to hide the wiring in the walls.

Open wiring

Outdoor installation has several advantages over hidden:

• The ability to mount any type of pipeline;
• Installation less labor intensive;
• Easy disassembly;
• The ability to control the state of the structure.

Disadvantages of open water supply:

• Unattractive appearance.
• Reduced usable area.
• In the event of a fire, plastic may suffer.

Tip! If the water supply system is mounted in an open way, it can be hidden by means of pipe ducts.

As a result, everyone should make the choice himself, depending on individual conditions.

Wiring diagram

The important point in the installation of water supply is the scheme. At this stage, it is necessary to determine not only the location of the pipes and their joints, but also their diameter.

There are, of course, many options for wiring, and they depend on the location of sanitary appliances in the premises.

However, all existing schemes can be divided into two types:

• Tee (sequential);
• Collector.

Now let's get acquainted with the features of each.

Tee scheme

In this case, all water sources are connected in series, with the result that one pipe passes from the main line. The outlet to each consumer is carried out with the help of a tee for connecting pipes, hence the name. The disadvantage of this scheme is that when using several sources at once, the latter can significantly reduce the pressure.

Collector circuit

The meaning of this scheme is that a collector is connected to the highway, from which a separate route goes to each source of consumption. At the same time at each exit from the collector there is a ball valve that allows you to repair any source, without prejudice to others.

The advantage of this layout is that the pressure in all sources of consumption is the same. However, collector distributing pipes with their own hands requires a large investment of time and financial resources, since it will require more material.

For this reason, a serial connection is more often performed; moreover, if the pipeline is correctly calculated, it is possible to provide approximately the same pressure for all sources of water consumption.

Note! When installing the pipeline in the apartment, you must use pipes with a diameter of at least 20 mm. This will ensure a normal pressure for all sources of water consumption.

Wiring procedure

Having decided on all the above points, it is necessary to depict the housing plan on paper, on which all plumbing fixtures should be displayed. After that, the layout is carried out on paper, which, in essence, is a plan for further work. In addition, it allows you to pre-calculate the required amount of materials.

After completing all the preparatory work, you can proceed directly to the installation of the pipeline. This process, as mentioned above, depends on the type of pipe. On our construction portal you can get acquainted in more detail with the technology of installation of pipelines of various types.

Conclusion

The distribution of pipes in the bathroom and in the kitchen, thanks to modern materials, can be done independently, without the help of specialists. The main thing is to properly plan and use pipes that are suitable for the diameter.

With regard to the choice of type of wiring, it is impossible to give unambiguous advice, since in each individual case this or that option may be most appropriate. From the video in this article, you can get more information on this topic.