If you intend to replace your previous refrigerator with one that includes an icemaker and/or water dispenser in the door, you will require some plumbing work in order to attach your water system to the refrigerator’s water supply connection. A separate water line can be run directly to refrigerator’s location. Often times, however, running a water line from the under the kitchen sink over to the refrigerator is sufficient. As with any plumbing within a residence, there will be local building codes which must be adhered to.
Tapping into an existing water supply system to add a new line and shutoff valves is not something recommended for a do-it-yourselfer. A licensed plumber will know the requirements of local building codes for the installation. A professional plumber will also know the proper means of routing the water supply line through the home’s construction without compromising its integrity.
A plumber’s knowledge of the materials required and proper installation methods will make for a much quicker installation than that of a homeowner who has never performed the task before. Tapping into a water supply system is not an easy task. Making mistakes in the plumbing may require more work and frustration to remedy the situation than was budgeted for the project in dollars and time.
For a professional plumber, a waterline installation to a new refrigerator is a common task. Hiring a professional for this task assures you that the installation will be done correctly and quickly. If you already have the water supply hookup for the new refrigerator, you may still want to have a plumber inspect the connections to be sure they are in good repair before installing the new refrigerator.
