Before and after
What the homeowner called about
This Broken Arrow homeowner had just updated the space. The new sink needed to be plumbed in, and they wanted new shutoffs for the washing machine while we were there.
What our plumber found
A new sink almost always changes the plumbing underneath: it sits at a different height or position, the old tailpiece no longer reaches, and the old valves are often stiff or crusted. Trystan and Josh looked at the new layout and worked out what it would take to connect the drain and both water supplies cleanly.
How we fixed it
On the sink, we installed a new basket strainer, a bag trap, a flange tailpiece extension to reach the new drain height, and two compression angle stops so each supply line has its own shutoff. For the washing machine, we installed two 1/2-inch boiler drains on brass close nipples as the new shutoffs.
Why separate shutoffs matter
When we do inspections, one of the things we check is the shutoff valves under fixtures, because "they're tucked away under there so far people don't ever look at them. And they'll start calcifying and rusting, and then they'll start slowly dripping." A slow drip can turn into mold, and insurance often won't cover damage that happened over time. Fresh valves on a new install mean you can shut off one fixture without shutting off the house.
Washing machine supply hoses are one of the more common sources of laundry-room leaks, so having shutoffs you can actually turn is worth it.
What the customer said
I highly recommend Acts of Service Plumbing! They were professional, courteous, and provided excellent service at a fair price. Before any work was started, they clearly explained the cost so there were no surprises.
Scott B. · Google review
What this means for your home
If you're redoing a sink or a laundry area, plan for the plumbing to be part of the project. We can connect everything, with a flat-rate price before work starts. More on inspection and maintenance.
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Straight Answers
Can you install new shut-off valves for a washing machine?
Yes, our plumber can install new cut-off valves for your washing machine alongside your sink plumbing.
What parts are needed to plumb a new sink?
Plumbing a new sink typically involves installing a basket strainer, bag trap, tailpiece extensions, and proper drain connections.
Do you charge a trip fee in Broken Arrow?
We do not charge a separate trip fee inside our service area.
Why do old shutoff valves fail?
They calcify and rust, then start slowly dripping.
