What wet wall means
A wet wall is a wall that holds the drain, vent and supply pipes for the fixtures along it, often built thicker than a normal wall to fit the pipes.
Where it matters on a plumbing job
Stacking bathrooms and kitchens on a shared wet wall saves a lot of plumbing. On remodels, moving fixtures off the wet wall is where costs jump, so show the customer that tradeoff on the estimate.
What it costs
Jobs that involve wet wall are priced in the bathroom remodel cost guide: about $12,000 typical, usually $6,250 to $18,000. The guide shows its sources and what moves the price.
Work it out
- Cost guide: Bathroom remodel cost
- Licensing: Plumbing license rules by state
- Tools, templates and guides: Free plumbing resources