When it comes to issues regarding plumbing, most home renters and owners are completely clueless.  Most homeowners are content with what they have, as long as it works. However, there are a few things one should be aware of. This information helps you a lot and makes it easier for you to spot things that are wrong, like a leak, a puddle of standing water, or a bathroom sink that drains into your bathtub.

What is a kitchen plumbing system?

A standard kitchen plumbing system comprises a dishwasher system, which is where water pipes connected to the dishwasher are located. It also includes a water supply system with hot and cold water pipes installed beneath the sink. This water supply system also includes other pipes connected to other appliances that require water, such as the dishwasher or any additional sinks on the island.

There is also a drain, which is a pipe system that collects wastewater and empties it into waste lines.

Furthermore, the system includes flexible supply tubes, which are tubes that connect the valves to the kitchen faucet. A cutoff valve is used to control water flow, manage water pressure, and, if required, completely shut off the water. Finally, gas valves are mounted on the walls or beneath the flooring.

How does it work?

In most homes, kitchen sinks are linked to the home’s main water supply and have a faucet, water filter, trash disposal, dishwasher, and a separate supply of cold and hot water.

Kitchen sinks are also connected to a strainer inserted into the sinkhole using plumber’s putty. The strainer is then connected to the drain tailpiece and then to the rest of the drainage system.

What is a bathroom plumbing system?

Bathrooms frequently have the most plumbing equipment and have more drains than any other room in your home. Examples of fixtures found in a bathroom include bathroom sinks, showers, baths, and toilets. These are linked to the main water supply line, waste system, vent, and drain system. The bathroom plumbing must be able to provide water and remove waste from all of these fixtures in an efficient, orderly, and leak-free way.

How does the system work?

Two plumbing systems are required to address a bathroom’s plumbing demands: water supply and drain-waste-vent. This system starts at the municipal supply or another source of fresh water, travels via the pipes, and is delivered to your house.

The second system was a drain-waste-vent system that takes waste water from fixtures and toilet waste and transports it to the sewer or septic system. You may also have noticed the presence of vent pipes around the sinks, tubs, showers, and toilets. They are responsible for removing exhaust sewage gases from the roof while providing air pressure to allow waste to flow freely.

What are the differences between bathroom and kitchen plumbing?

The plumbing underneath the bathroom and kitchen sinks appears identical to the average homeowner. However, there are significant differences, which include:

• Use of the sink drain

Kitchen plumbing was created to handle frequent kitchen concerns. For example, most people wash their dishes in their kitchen sinks; therefore, the plumbing should be equipped to manage food waste. However, it is best practice to remove food scraps beforehand to avoid clogged drains.

• Types and sizes of sink bowls

Kitchen sinks are big enough to handle a huge number of dishes and glasses. On the other hand, bathroom sinks are often small because they are mainly used for washing hands, faces, and other minor duties. You may also observe that most bathrooms in many houses have bowl-shaped basins made of materials such as porcelain, ceramic, and stainless steel. Kitchen sinks, on the other hand, are bigger. Some homes feature two sinks in the main kitchen and one on the island.

• Types of faucets used

Kitchen faucets are mounted on a kitchen sink, and the spout is rotatable to take water to the other side. It is also higher so that you can fill your pots more conveniently. On the other hand, a bathroom faucet is installed on the bathroom sink or on the wall.

• Size of the drain pipes

The kitchen sink drains water into a network of pipes beneath the sink. Nowadays, kitchen drains are universal and typically have a diameter of 3 1/2 inches, making them bigger than bathroom drains, which have a diameter of 1 1/4 inches. Most standard-sized shower drains are the same size as kitchen sink drains.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Where does the water go?

When it comes to drainage, all dirty water, whether from your kitchen sink, shower, or toilet, flows to the same place: the main sewage line. The main sewer transports dirty water from your home and neighboring homes to treatment or disposal facilities.

Your house sewage pipe connects your home plumbing system to the main sewer line.

• Is the water from your bathroom safe to drink?

When thirsty, most people prefer to drink kitchen water. All of the water in the house is technically from the same source. However, there are also instances when the plumbing stages between the mains and the faucet might vary in flavor and quality.

Drinking bath tap water is not recommended, especially if you reside in an old house with lead pipes that are still in use. In conclusion, drinking bathroom water will not kill you; nevertheless, use your bathroom tap water to brush your teeth and clean your face and hands without swallowing it.

Where can I get a bathroom sink or kitchen sink plumber?

Welcome to My Arvada Plumber if you need plumbing services such as unclogging drains, repairing dripping faucets, running toilets, and leaky pipes. Also, we are the best option if you have upcoming restoration or building projects or simply require more information on bathroom and kitchen plumbing.

For more information, visit My Arvada Plumber at our offices at 12191 W 64th Ave # 100, Arvada, CO 80004. You can also reach us by phone at 303-500-0437 or by email at scott@myarvadaplumber.com.