Plumbing

Appropriately designed plumbing systems in climates that are subject to freezing temperatures are of utmost importance. All components of the water system must be evaluated carefully, including storage, supply, waste, vent, and septic systems. The more extreme the conditions, the more critical the need for a properly designed system becomes. Proper plumbing design, materials, installation, and service will insure your water needs are met no matter the conditions in the frigid north.

The Cold Climate Housing Research Center offers information on cold climate plumbing.

   

Resources

 

Alternatives for Summer Water Heating
Snapshot (PDF)

Ask A Builder
11/25/09 (PDF)

Ask A Builder
10/28/09 (PDF)

Ask A Builder
9/30/09 (PDF)

Alaska HomeWise: New Concrete (9/28/09)
part 2 (mp3)

Ask A Builder
9/2/09 (PDF)

Alaska HomeWise: Boilers (8/3/09)
part 1 (mp3) | part 2 (mp3)

Alaska HomeWise: HRV (6/22/09)
part 2 (mp3)

Alaska HomeWise: Home Orientation (6/8/09)
part 2 (mp3)

Energy Focus: Septic Systems
2/19/09 (PDF)

Alaska HomeWise: Offgassing (1/18/10)
part 2 (mp3)

Links

 

Alaska DEC On-Site Disposal Systems
Webpage (link)

DEC - Options for Installing or Upgrading Septic Systems in the State of Alaska
Webpage (link)

Alaska DEC - Septic Engineered Plans Review
Webpage (link)

Rainwater Catchment
Webpage (link)