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Plumbing Cheat Sheet

Plumbing Cheat Sheet

Plumbing Takeoff Cheat Sheet | Construction Queen
Plumbing Takeoff Cheat Sheet | Construction Queen

🛠️ Plumbing Pro Cheat Sheet & Field Tools

Scale conversions, DWV slope, trench volumes, rough-ins, fast BOM builder, and notes—optimized for jobsite use.

Plan Scale Converter

Convert a measured plan length to real-world length using standard or custom scales.

DWV Slope Helper

Compute vertical fall for a horizontal drain run.

Check trap arm limits & venting per local code.

Trench Volume & Bedding Calculator

Estimate total trench excavation and bedding material.

Note: Bedding volume assumes uniform thickness on trench bottom.

Quick Rough-In Reference (Typical — verify local code & cut-sheets)

Fixture Centerline / Offset Drain Rough Supply Rough Notes
Toilet (WC) 12″ from finished wall to flange center 4″ or 3″ ½″ @ 6″ left of center, 6″ AFF Spec may be 10″/12″/14″
Lavatory Centered on vanity 1¼–1½″ @ 18–20″ AFF ½″ H/C @ 20–22″ AFF Trap arm slope ¼″/ft
Kitchen Sink Centered in base cab 1½″ @ ~18″ AFF ½″ H/C @ 21–22″ AFF Disposer per mfr.
Shower Drain centered 2″ drain ½″ mixing ~48″ AFF; head ~80″ Pan test req’d
Washer Box centered ~42″ AFF 2″ standpipe 30–36″ AFF ½″ H/C to box Trap within 12″

Fast BOM Builder — Branch Run Helper

Add branch runs to total pipe by size and fittings. Great for quick material lists.

System Material Size Length (ft) 90° 45° Tees Couplers Remove

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Field reference only — confirm with local code, plans, and manufacturer cut-sheets.