Bathroom Remodels
Bathroom Remodels | Plumbing | Cosby
Transform your tired bathroom into a spa-like retreat with HEP’s team in Cosby. Our remodel specialists blend inspired design with precision plumbing to deliver spaces that look stunning and function flawlessly. From relocating fixtures for a better flow to installing high-efficiency showers and faucets, we handle every detail so you can relax and watch the vision take shape.
As a locally trusted crew, we know Cosby’s codes, water conditions, and style preferences inside out. You’ll get transparent timelines, tidy worksites, and craftsmanship backed by clear warranties—plus friendly professionals who treat your home as carefully as their own. When you’re ready for a bathroom that elevates daily routines and adds lasting value, HEP’s plumbing experts are only a call away.
FAQs
What plumbing services do you provide during a bathroom remodel in Cosby?
Our licensed plumbers handle every aspect of your remodel’s water and drain systems, including relocating or installing supply and waste lines, setting new tubs, showers, toilets, and sinks, upgrading shut-off valves, replacing outdated galvanized or polybutylene piping with modern PEX or copper, installing venting, and connecting fixtures to meet current Tennessee plumbing code. We also pressure-test the system and inspect for leaks before closing up walls or floors.
Do I need a permit for plumbing work when remodeling a bathroom in Cosby?
Yes. Cocke County and the State of Tennessee require a plumbing permit for any work that alters existing water or drain lines, adds new fixtures, or changes venting. As your contractor, we secure the permit, schedule rough-in and final inspections, and ensure the work meets International Residential Code (IRC) and local amendments. This protects you from future code violations and simplifies resale or refinancing.
Can you move my toilet, shower, or vanity to a new location?
In most cases, yes. Relocating fixtures involves rerouting supply lines, drain pipes, and vent stacks, and sometimes notching or drilling joists. We perform a structural assessment to ensure the floor system can accommodate new pipe paths, then design the shortest, most code-compliant runs to maintain the correct slope for drains. Keep in mind that moving a toilet typically has the greatest impact on budget and timeline because it requires a 3-inch drain and dedicated vent.
How long will the plumbing portion of my bathroom remodel take?
For a standard 5×8 bathroom where fixtures stay in roughly the same locations, rough-in plumbing usually takes 1–2 days and the finish/trim stage another ½–1 day after tile and paint are complete. If we’re moving major fixtures, reinforcing joists, or upgrading the main supply lines, expect 3–5 days for rough-in. Inspections by the county add 1–2 days to the schedule. We provide a detailed timeline before work begins so you can plan accordingly.
What water-saving or eco-friendly fixtures do you recommend?
We encourage customers to choose EPA WaterSense-certified products. These include dual-flush or 1.28-gpf toilets, 1.5-gpm lavatory faucets, and 2.0-gpm or less showerheads with pressure-compensating technology for a strong spray while using less water. We also install thermostatic mixing valves to prevent scalding and reduce wasted water while adjusting temperature, and we can add hot-water recirculation loops or point-of-use heaters to cut wait times at the tap.
How much does bathroom remodel plumbing typically cost in Cosby?
Costs vary with scope and fixture quality, but here are typical local ranges: • Keeping fixtures in place and updating valves/piping: $1,500–$3,000 • Moving a shower or vanity and replacing supply and drain stacks: $3,000–$5,500 • Full gut with new layout, main line upgrade, and premium fixtures: $6,000–$10,000+ All estimates include labor, materials, permit fees, and inspection coordination. After an on-site evaluation we provide a fixed-price quote so there are no surprises.