Project completed in early September 2025 • Lakeland, Florida
For this recently completed kitchen project, our licensed plumbers capped existing water lines, verified shutoffs, and then reinstalled the sink, faucet, dishwasher connection, and a new garbage disposal. We followed best practices for leak prevention, sanitary drainage, and clean under-sink organization using chrome angle stops, dual stops, escutcheons, a tubular P-trap, and an end outlet waste kit.
We pressure-tested supply lines, confirmed proper pitch on the waste arm, and used a Studor vent to maintain trap seal and airflow where venting constraints existed. Materials included copper/PEX adapters, PTFE thread seal tape, PVC primer and cement, a 2″ × 1½″ sanitary tee, flanged tailpiece, and new mounting hardware. Tools on site: adjustable and basin wrenches, pipe cutter, level, torque driver, and leak detection dye.
Our approach prioritizes code-compliant installation, neat routing, and future serviceability. We label shutoffs, align slip-joint fittings for easy maintenance, and confirm dishwasher air gap or high-loop routing as required. Final checks include disposal wiring verification, GFCI status confirmation, and a full fill-and-drain test to validate performance under real use.
If you’re planning a kitchen update in Lakeland, FL, our team delivers reliable fixture installation, garbage disposal replacement, dishwasher hookup, and line capping with top-tier craftsmanship and attention to detail.
Here I’ve shut off the main, bled pressure, and capped the hot and cold water lines with neat angle stops and escutcheons for a clean, serviceable look. Each threaded joint received PTFE tape and a leak check before moving to fixture installation.
I’m dry-fitting the tubular P-trap, flanged tailpiece, and end outlet waste kit to ensure alignment and correct slope. Slip-joint nuts are snugged evenly to seat the washers and prevent weeping.
Tight cabinetry called for a 2″ × 1½″ sanitary tee and a Studor vent to preserve trap seal and airflow. PVC primer and solvent cement were applied per spec for a durable, code-compliant bond.
I’m aligning the faucet supply lines and setting dual stop valves for independent shutoff. This allows maintenance on the faucet without shutting down water to the rest of the kitchen.
With the disposal mounted and locked into the sink flange, I’m tying in the dishwasher discharge and verifying a proper high loop. Final checks include smooth operation, vibration check, and leak inspection.
Using a gauge and dye, I performed a pressure test on the newly capped and reconnected lines. Adjustable and basin wrenches plus a pipe cutter were on hand to fine-tune each connection for a watertight result.
A final fill-and-drain confirms smooth flow and leak-free slip joints. Clean routing, labeled shutoffs, and tidy escutcheons make this kitchen easy to maintain for years to come.