Residential Plumbing Services in Big Lake, MN
Water Where You Want It and Nowhere You Don't
Central Minnesota spends about 42.7 days a year at or below 0F, so supply lines in an addition or finished basement belong inside conditioned space from the first drawing. Curtis C Contracting LLC carries that rule through the remodels, additions and rebuilds we run in Big Lake, MN, Becker and Zimmerman. Licensed plumbers on our projects deliver these residential plumbing services: fixture relocation, PEX rough-ins, drain and vent lines, water heater swaps, burst-pipe rebuilds, sump pumps and gas line coordination.
Plumbing permits go through the city or Minnesota DLI, the licensed plumbing contractor we schedule and coordinate works to Minnesota Plumbing Code Chapter 4714, and every rough-in gets inspected before a wall closes. We hold Minnesota residential building contractor license BC808587, carry a BBB A+ accreditation, keep a 24-hour emergency line open for burst pipes and flooding, and put 30
years of hands-on carpentry and remodeling work behind the rebuild that follows. Free quotes start on our contact page.
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Plumbing Work We Coordinate and Complete
Fixture Relocation in Kitchen and Bath Remodels
Moving a sink, toilet or shower means new drain, vent and supply runs sized to the fixture units, with trap arms and cleanouts located before the framer opens a joist. Slab cuts get trenched and patched after the inspector approves the underground.
Supply and Drain Rough-Ins for Additions and ADUs
New square footage gets its own PEX or copper supply runs, DWV stacks and vent-through-roof terminations tied back to the existing system without starving the original fixtures. On rural parcels we confirm well and septic capacity before the plumber sets a hanger.
Water Heater Replacement Within a Project
Swapping a water heater mid-project lets the plumber correct the details inspectors check: a full-size T&P discharge line run downward with an air gap, ending within 18 inches of the floor and never into a pan or crawl space, per Minnesota Rule 4714.0608.
Frozen and Burst Pipe Repair and Rebuild
Water expands about 9% as it freezes, and the pressure ahead of the ice plug splits the line. Our 24-hour response starts with shutoff and extraction, then a licensed plumber replaces the failed section and we dry and rebuild the wall around it.
Sump Pump and Drain Tile for Basement Finishes
Basement finishes start below the slab: interior drain tile along the footing, a sealed basin and a pump with check valve and discharge line that daylights away from the foundation. Spring melt from 47.9 inches of average snowfall sets the pump size.
Gas and Water Line Coordination for New Kitchens
Relocating a range or adding a pot filler brings gas piping and supply lines into the cabinet plan before boxes are ordered. Pressure testing, water rough-in and inspection all happen ahead of drywall, so no fitting ends up buried behind a finished wall.
Why Choose Us for Plumbing
Rough-Ins Inspected Before Walls Close
Nothing gets insulated or hung until the plumbing inspector has signed off on the rough-in, and we schedule that visit ourselves rather than leaving it to chance. Catching a slope or vent issue with the framing exposed costs hours, not a torn-out bathroom.
Supply Lines Routed Through Conditioned Space
Exterior walls in additions are the wrong place for a water line in a climate that spends weeks below 0F, so we keep runs on interior walls or inside the insulated envelope, and detail insulation around any line crossing a rim joist.
Water Damage Dried and Documented Before Rebuild
When a pipe fails, we pull moisture readings from framing and drywall, photograph every wet assembly and itemize the repair so your insurer gets a clear record. Drying targets get met before new drywall goes up, and the adjuster is welcome on site.
Fixture Layouts Set to Code Clearances
Toilets get 15 inches from centerline to the vanity, 21 inches of clear floor in front and 30 inches between fixture centerlines, drawn on the plan before the plumber arrives. Layouts that pass on paper pass at inspection, and nothing gets moved twice.
Water Shutoffs Scheduled Around Your Day
Shutting the main is planned the day before, with a written window so showers and dishwashers get run beforehand. Temporary caps keep a working bathroom online through most remodels, and water comes back the same afternoon whenever the rough-in allows it.
Floors and Finishes Protected During Rough-In
Ram board goes over hardwood, tubs get lined before anyone stands in one and cabinet faces get masked before a torch or saw comes near. Drain lines get capped at the end of every day so sewer gas stays out of the house.
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Plumbing That Holds Up Through a Central Minnesota Winter
Supply lines, drains and vents are the parts of a remodel nobody photographs, yet a failed joint behind a tiled wall costs more than the tile. Curtis C Contracting LLC treats the plumbing scope as a core part of every kitchen, bath, basement, addition and rebuild we manage in Big Lake, MN, with licensed plumbers scheduled, permits pulled through the city and the rough-in inspected before insulation goes in. Take your time comparing layouts and fixture choices; a good plan is worth a few extra days of conversation. When you are ready to talk through a project, send the details through our contact page and request a free quote, and we will schedule a walkthrough.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I do if my pipes freeze?
Shut off the main water valve first, then open the nearest faucet to relieve pressure while the line thaws. Warm the pipe gradually with a hair dryer or heating pad, never an open flame, and call for help if a section has split.
How do I know if my pipes are frozen?
A faucet that drops to a trickle or nothing on a night near 0F is the clearest sign, especially on a line that runs through an exterior wall or garage. Frost on an exposed pipe or a bulge in the copper confirms it.
How do I prevent pipes from freezing in winter?
Keep lines out of exterior walls, insulate any run through an unheated garage or crawl space and leave cabinet doors open under sinks on the coldest nights. Curtis C. Contracting routes new plumbing through conditioned space on every addition in Big Lake, MN.
Why is my water heater leaking?
Leaks usually trace to a corroded tank, a failed T&P relief valve or a loose drain valve, and a tank that has rusted through cannot be repaired. Hard well water accelerates sediment buildup, so flushing yearly extends the life of the unit.
What size water heater do I need?
Sizing depends on how many fixtures run at once during the busiest hour, not on bedroom count alone. The plumber counts showers, tubs and laundry, then matches tank capacity or tankless flow to that peak and to cold winter inlet temperatures.
Why does my sump pump run constantly?
Constant running points to a stuck float switch, a failed check valve letting discharged water fall back into the pit, or a pump undersized for the inflow. A discharge line frozen shut at the outlet in January produces the same nonstop cycling.
Why does my sump pump run when there is no rain?
Groundwater, not rainfall, is what the pump is moving. Snowmelt soaking into the soil in March and April, a high water table near a lake or a footing drain that collects from a wide area will keep the pit filling on bone-dry days.
Do I need a permit to move plumbing in a remodel?
Yes, moving drains or supply lines requires a plumbing permit pulled by the licensed plumber, with a rough-in inspection before the walls close. Curtis C. Contracting files that permit with the building permit on remodels in Big Lake, MN so nothing gets missed.