Dallas Plumbing Code Basics for Homeowners
Dallas regulates plumbing under Chapter 54 of the City Code: the 2021 International Plumbing Code with Dallas amendments, alongside the residential and fuel gas codes.
Read the guideWhat Plumbing Work Requires Inspection?
In Dallas, any plumbing work done under a permit must be inspected and approved. The practical question is which jobs need a permit in the first place.
Read the guideWhat Happens During a Dallas Plumbing Inspection?
A City inspector checks that permitted plumbing work matches the code before it is covered or put into service. Here is what to expect as a homeowner.
Read the guideWho Can Perform Permitted Plumbing Work?
In Texas, plumbing work is performed by individuals licensed by the Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners, under a Responsible Master Plumber who is accountable for the job.
Read the guideDallas Gas Test Requirements
After gas piping is installed or repaired, a pressure test is typically required and approved before the gas utility turns service back on.
Read the guidePlumbing Inspection After Remodeling
Remodels that move or add plumbing are permitted, and inspections happen at stages so nothing is buried before it is approved.
Read the guidePlumbing Requirements for Kitchen Remodels
Kitchen remodels touch sinks, dishwashers, disposals, ice makers, pot fillers and sometimes gas ranges. Here are the plumbing items code and inspectors care about.
Read the guidePlumbing Requirements for Bathroom Remodels
Bathroom remodels often relocate toilets, showers or vanities. On a Dallas slab that can mean cutting concrete, which raises the permit and inspection stakes.
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