DIY Rough-In Plumbing in an ICF House: Can we figure it out?

Welcome to our channel, where DIY enthusiasts and homeowners like you come to learn and explore new projects! In this video, join us as we tackle the exciting challenge of rough-in plumbing for our ICF (Insulated Concrete Form) house. If you're considering building an ICF home and want to handle the plumbing installation yourselves, you can watch and hopefully learn a few tricks for us as we attempt this for the first time.

We, Greg and Dani, are an adventurous couple with a passion for home improvement and a desire to save money. Throughout this video, we'll take you through the entire process, sharing our experiences, tips, and lessons learned.

Here's a glimpse of what you can expect:

Planning and Design: First we planned and designed the plumbing layout, ensuring proper positioning of drains, vents, and water supply lines within the ICF walls.

Cutting Openings: Next we cut precise openings in the ICF forms, allowing for the placement of plumbing lines without compromising the structural integrity.

Pipe Installation: Then we installed PVC pipes. We learned a lot about, pipe sizing and necessary fittings, ensuring a robust and leak-free plumbing system. After we placed a design that was would pass code, we took the whole thing apart and glued it in.

Inspections and Code Compliance: Code is the hardest part about plumbing, but we learned that the inspector from the county offers free consultations. We took him up on this offer and saved us a lot of time and money before we glued in and tested our system.

Testing for Leaks: This is the most vital step--testing your plumbing system for leaks. Luckily, ours held the first time, but you can also use soap water to find leaks.

Final Thoughts and Celebration: As we wrap up the project, we'll share our final thoughts, celebrate our achievements, and provide encouragement and inspiration for your DIY endeavors.

Join us on this incredible journey of DIY rough-in plumbing for our ICF house! Whether you're a beginner or an experienced DIYer, this video will equip you with the knowledge and confidence to tackle your own plumbing project in an ICF home. Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe to our channel for more exciting DIY adventures. Let's get started!