Project Overview

I am seeking a licensed plumber (WSSC certified) to complete a series of upgrades in a townhouse utility room. The scope includes PRV and double-check valve replacement, repiping from 3/4" CPVC to 1″ copper, installation of whole-house filter/softener with bypass, and installation of a 75-gal Bradford White water heater. Permit and inspection with WSSC will be required.

Scope of Work

1. PRV & Backflow Preventer

   • Remove and replace PRV with new unit.

   • Replace existing dual check/backflow preventer.

2. Utility Room Repiping

   • Replace existing 3/4" CPVC branches with 1″ copper to match new equipment.

   • Reconnect branches (¾″ and ½″) to existing distribution.

3. Whole-House Water Filter & Softener

   • Install new whole-house sediment filter + water softener with drainage line.

   • Build a proper 3-valve bypass for serviceability.

4. Water Heater Replacement

   • Remove existing 50-gal natural gas heater.

   • Install new Bradford White 75-gal, natural gas water heater.

   • Install/verify expansion tank, dielectric nipples, T&P discharge line to code.

   • Pull WSSC plumbing permit and coordinate required inspection.

Requirements

• Must be licensed plumber authorized to pull permits in Montgomery County, MD (WSSC jurisdiction).

• Provide permit/inspection coordination for water heater replacement (required by code).

• Provide labor + material quote.

Deliverables

• Proper installation of all listed equipment.

• Passed WSSC inspection for water heater and any code-governed devices.

• Clean, professional copper piping upgrades.

• Please reply with:

  • Availability and estimated timeline.

  • Rough cost range or availability for site visit to prepare quote.