Cold water supply to kitchen

I was hoping to install a dishwasher next to the kitchen sink unit by removing the adjacent kitchen base unit. However today I removed the base board and looked underneath the cupboard I need to remove and found that the cold water supply comes up from the concrete floor then goes through into the cupboard under the sink. Is there any way a plumber could move the inlet come up under the kitchen sink unit instead? And if so, is it likely to be very expensive? Thanks for your time.

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Hi, yes, it should be possible to reroute the cold water supply so that it comes up inside the sink unit instead of the adjacent cupboard.

The cost will depend on how the pipe is routed beneath the concrete floor and whether it's possible to access and extend the existing pipework without major disruption. If the pipe can be rerouted through the back of the units or along the wall, it may be a relatively straightforward job. However, if the pipe is buried in the concrete, some additional work may be required.

I'd recommend getting a plumber to inspect the existing pipework before deciding on the best solution. It's also worth checking whether there's already a cold water connection and isolation valve under the sink that could be used for the dishwasher.

Hope this helps!

This is a fairly common issue when fitting a dishwasher in an existing kitchen. The good news is yes, a plumber can often reroute the cold-water supply so it comes up inside the sink cupboard instead, allowing the adjacent base unit to be removed.
The main question is how the existing pipe runs beneath the concrete floor. If it's buried in the concrete, the plumber may be able to reroute the pipework through the units or along an accessible route instead of digging up the floor. The best method depends on the layout and how the existing pipe is installed.

You can tee off the mains incoming and reroute pipework to go underneath and connect your appliances. It shouldn’t cost to much . About £200

yes, this should be possible. The cold water supply can usually be redirected so that it comes up underneath the sink unit, allowing you to remove the adjacent base unit and install the dishwasher.
I would need to inspect the existing pipework and the access available before confirming the best method and the exact cost. If the pipe can be accessed and rerouted without major disruption to the floor, it should be a relatively straightforward job.

Hi, yes, this should be possible depending on the existing pipework and access underneath the sink unit. I’d need to have a look at the setup first to see exactly how the cold water supply is routed and what options we have for relocating it.

If there is suitable access, it should be possible to reroute the pipe so the dishwasher can be installed without interfering with the existing base unit. I can come and have a look and give you a clear price before carrying out any work, so there are no unexpected costs.

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The cold feed rises through the concrete in the unit you want to remove, then runs across into the sink cupboard. The cleanest solution is to cut the rising pipe as low as possible and re-route a new section so it comes up inside the sink base unit instead. The old floor hole is then sealed and you end up with a clear space for the dishwasher.
Typical cost in the UK is roughly £180–£350 depending on access, whether the floor needs chasing or a new hole drilling, and whether the pipe is copper or plastic. If it’s straightforward plastic pipe and easy access, many plumbers will do it in half a day at the lower end of that range.
Ask them to fit a new isolation valve under the sink at the same time — worth having. Get a couple of quotes and it shouldn’t be a big expense for the convenience of a proper dishwasher space.

Hi there,

Great question — and yes, this is absolutely doable ?

A plumber can definitely reroute that cold supply so it rises up inside the sink cupboard instead of coming through from the next unit. They’d simply:

• Tee into the existing cold pipe where it is now

• Run a short new section of pipe (usually 15mm) over into the sink base — either in the floor (channeling the concrete slightly) or through the back/side panel of the unit

• Cap off the old feed into the adjacent cupboard

• Fit an isolation valve right where it comes up under the sink — perfect for connecting the dishwasher

Without photos this is hard to determine. But the easiest solution would be to dig out a Chanel in the concrete to the correct depth to put a 90 degree elbow fixture to the pipe and have it run from where it is now to inline witch the next base unit ( the sink ) then use another 90degree elbow fixture to run it upwards to the sink, if there’s not already an outlet for water to get into your dishwasher this can be fitted on the same visit taking up an additional 30 mins

Yes it can either be dug down into concrete to access the pipe and put a L connectors to run along the floor or cut pipe just above the concrete and do the same then bring it up into the sink cupboard

Hi, yes, this should be possible. A plumber should be able to alter the existing cold-water supply so that the inlet comes up inside the cupboard underneath the kitchen sink, allowing the adjacent base unit to be removed and the dishwasher installed.

The cost would depend on how the existing pipework is configured and how accessible it is. As the pipe is coming up through the concrete floor, it may require some additional work to reroute it, so I’d recommend having a plumber inspect it first before giving a firm price.

Yes the main pipework could be rebooted.The cost depends on complexity. Regards between £150 - £400..

Yes it is possible I would involve turning off the water from the mains outside and cutting into the concrete floor to adapt the water pipe so I comes in under the sink unit. It will be quite expensive due to time and materials. I would see if it was possible to put the dishwasher either in the place of the next unit across or the other side of the sink for another option which may work out cheaper and easier.

Yes,
in most cases a plumber can reroute the cold-water supply so that it rises into the cupboard under the sink
And about price, that small plumbing job not expensive

Hi, yes, this should be possible. A plumber can usually alter the cold-water pipework so the dishwasher supply comes from a suitable point under the sink, rather than having the pipe come up where the adjacent unit needs to sit. The exact method will depend on where the existing pipe runs and how accessible it is beneath the concrete floor. In some cases the pipe can be rerouted with minimal disruption; in others, access to the floor may be required. I’d recommend having a plumber inspect it before removing anything further, as they can advise on the simplest and most cost-effective option and provide a quote.

Hi yes we could do this for you not a problem. Including parts and labour you should get change of £300

Yes this is possible , however a significant trench (approximately 150mm wide and 150mm deep will need to be cut into the concrete floor . This can be achieved by using a diamond bladed cutter. However the cutter must be rigged to a dust extraction unit and we would recommend a minor works RAMS /risk assessment and method statement. An expirenced operative will be needed for both the cutting of the concrete and the modification to the incoming water supply. Great care will need to be taken when all elements of this work is undertaken and during the reinstatement process. All of this work could be carried out in one day , costs may vary according to expirence

Hi, yes, it can usually be moved, and it shouldn’t be very expensive if the pipe can simply be rerouted beneath the units and into the sink cupboard. The price could increase if the concrete floor needs to be opened, but that may not be necessary. Please send a few photos and we can confirm the most practical option and provide a quote.

Hi yes it’s possible to
Move the cold water inlet for a quote we would have to come take a look or send in some photos to give a rough estimate

Dishwasher usually have a small void...if integrated they are usually lifted approx 75mm off floor so plenty space to elbow it across at floor level...if not and pipe against wall either dig up floor to reposition or have sishwasher sticking out slightly...needs to be viewed

Yes, it is usually possible to move the cold water supply so that it comes up inside the sink cabinet instead of the adjacent unit. A plumber can normally reroute the pipe, although the complexity depends on how the pipe is installed under the concrete floor. In many cases, it is a relatively straightforward job and not excessively expensive, especially if no major floor work is required. I would recommend getting a plumber to inspect it and provide a quote before removing the cabinet. Good luck with your project.
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