Maybe you have outgrown a cramped bathroom, or your kitchen layout no longer fits how your family actually lives. Perhaps you are finally converting that unused basement corner into a laundry room, or adding a second bathroom so mornings stop feeling like a traffic jam. Whatever pushed you toward a remodel, the plumbing behind the walls is what turns a good design into a space that works reliably for decades. That is where Larry's Plumbing, Heating and Cooling steps in.
We are a family owned full service plumbing, heating and cooling business that has been serving homeowners since 1982. Over those years, we have rerouted supply lines, relocated drains, and installed fixtures in remodels of every size. A remodel is not just about picking a faucet you like. It is about making sure water arrives where you want it, drains away as it should, and stays within code the entire time.
What Plumbing Work a Remodel Really Involves
Many people are surprised by how much of a remodel happens out of sight. Moving a sink three feet to the left is rarely as simple as it looks on a design sketch. Supply lines must be extended or rerouted, drain lines need proper slope to keep waste flowing by gravity, and vent stacks have to be positioned so drains do not gurgle or trap sewer gas. When we plan a remodel, we look at the existing pipe layout first, then figure out the cleanest path to your new design.
Older homes add another layer to consider. We often open a wall during a remodel and find galvanized steel pipe that has narrowed with mineral buildup, or drain lines that were never quite up to current standards. A remodel is the ideal moment to correct these issues while the walls are already open. Replacing aging pipe with modern copper or PEX during the project costs far less than doing it later as a separate emergency repair.
Bathroom and Kitchen Remodels
Bathrooms and kitchens are the two rooms where plumbing decisions matter most, because they carry the highest concentration of fixtures and the heaviest daily use. In a bathroom remodel, we handle toilets, sinks, tubs, showers, and the supply and drain lines that feed them all. Converting a standard tub into a walk-in shower, for example, usually means relocating the drain and adjusting the floor framing to hold proper slope toward it.
Kitchen remodels bring their own technical demands. A new island sink needs supply and drain lines run beneath the floor, and a dishwasher requires both a water feed and a properly air-gapped drain connection. If you are upgrading to a pot filler over the range or adding a second prep sink, those additions need to be planned before the cabinets and countertops go in. We coordinate with your other contractors so the plumbing is roughed in at the right stage, not discovered as an afterthought.
Here are common remodel projects we take on regularly:
- Full bathroom conversions: turning a half bath into a full bath or reconfiguring the fixture layout entirely
- Kitchen sink and appliance relocation: moving sinks, dishwashers, and ice-maker lines to match a new floor plan
- Fixture upgrades: installing modern low-flow toilets, faucets, and shower systems that save water
- Water heater replacement: switching to a tankless unit or relocating the heater to free up space
- Laundry and utility additions: running supply, drain, and vent lines for a new washer location
- Pipe replacement: swapping out old galvanized or worn supply lines while walls are open
Our Approach and What You Can Expect
We start every remodel with a conversation about how you use the space and what you want it to become. From there we assess the existing plumbing, identify what must move, and explain the options in plain language. We offer free estimates so you know the scope and cost before any work begins, and we offer financing to help larger remodels fit your budget. Because we service all makes and models, we can work with the fixtures and equipment you already have or help you select new ones.
Throughout the project, our licensed technicians follow current plumbing codes, which protects you at inspection time and, more importantly, keeps your home safe from leaks, backflow, and drainage problems. We take pride in clean rough-in work, because the quality of what is hidden behind the wall determines how long your remodel performs without trouble.
Remodels do not always go exactly as planned, and unexpected issues can surface once walls are open. If something urgent comes up during your project, we also offer 24/7 emergency service, so you are never left waiting when water is involved. We proudly serve homeowners across Vermillion and Yankton, SD, bringing the same care to a small fixture swap as we do to a full gut renovation.
When you are ready to plan your next remodel, reach out to Larry's Plumbing, Heating and Cooling. We will help you turn your design into a space that looks great and functions flawlessly for years to come.