Imperial Plumbing • Family Owned • Licensed & Insured • License #M-38899 • 
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Denton, Texas
Imperial Plumbing serves all of the city of Denton, Texas including zip codes 76207, 76201, 76209, 76205.
Water Heater Installation Requirements Info:
Phone Number for Building Inspections Division: 940.349.8360
Link for the Water Heater Installation Requirements specific to the City of Denton: http://www.cityofdenton.com/home/showdocument?id=14907
Water Heaters installed in attics
Attics containing a water heater shall be provided with an opening and unobstructed passageway large enough to allow removal of the water heater. The passageway shall not be less than 30 inches (762 mm) high and 22 inches (559 mm) wide and not more than 20 feet (6096 mm) in length when measured along the centerline of the passageway from the opening to the water heater. The passageway shall have continuous solid flooring not less than 24 inches (610 mm) wide. A level service space at least 30 inches (762 mm) deep and 30 inches (762 mm) wide shall be present at the front or service side of the water heater. The clear access opening dimensions shall be a minimum of 20 inches by 30 inches (508 mm by 762 mm), or larger where such dimensions are not large enough to allow remooval of the water heater.
Water Heaters above ground or floor
When the attic, roof, mezzanine or platform in which a water heater is installed is more than eight (8) feet (2438 mm) above the ground or floor level, it shall be made accessible by a stairway or permanent ladder fastened to the building.
Exception: A max 10 gallon water heater (or larger with approval) is capable of being accessed through a lay-in ceiling and a water heater is installed is not more than ten (10) feet (3048 mm) above the ground or floor level and may be reached with a portable ladder.
Whenever the mezzanine or platform is not adequately lighted or access to a receptacle outlet is not obtainable from the main level, lighting and a receptacle outlet shall be provided in accordance with Section 502.1.
Denton Plumbing Code Tips:
Uses the 2012 edition of the International Plumbing Code.
Link to applicable codes (amendments to plumbing code start on page 21): http://www.cityofdenton.com/home/showdocument?id=15671
If your home has gas appliances or an attached garage the city code requires carbon monoxide detectors outside of every bedroom.
Requirements for discharge piping
The discharge piping serving a pressure relief valve, temperature relief valve or combination thereof shall:
Not be directly connected to the drainage system.
Discharge through an air gap located in the same room as the water heater.
Not be smaller than the diameter of the outlet of the valve served and shall discharge full size to the air gap.
Serve a single relief device and shall not connect to piping serving any other relief device or equipment.
Exception: Multiple relief devices may be installed to a single T & P discharge piping system when approved by the administrative authority and permitted by the manufactures installation instructions and installed according to those instructions.
Discharge to an indirect waste receptor or to the outdoors. Where discharging to the outdoors in areas subject to freezing, discharge piping shall be first piped to an indirect waste receptor through an air gap located in a conditioned area.
Discharge in a manner that does not cause personal injury or structural damage.
Discharge to a termination point that is readily observable by the building occupants.
Not be trapped.
Be installed so as to flow by gravity.
Not terminate less than 6 inches or more than 24 inches (152 mm) above grade nor more than 6 inches above the waste receptor.
Not have a threaded connection at the end of such piping.
Not have valves or tee fittings.
Be constructed of CPVC, Copper, Ductile iron, Galvanized stell, or Stainless steel.
Location of shutoff valves
Shutoff valves shall be installed in the following locations:
On the fixture supply to each plumbing fixture other than bathtubs and showers in one- and two-family residential occupancies, and other than in individual sleeping units that are provided with unit shutoff valves in hotels, motels, boarding houses and similar occupancies.
On the water supply pipe to each appliance or mechanical equipment.
Customer Reviews
Young - Denton, TX
05/09/20
Overall Experience 5 / 5
Great Service
Prompt and professional service.
Ms Information - Denton, TX
04/16/20
Overall Experience 5 / 5
The plumbing company to count on
Imperial Plumbing is not only professional, but thoughtful and thorough. You can count on Imperial Plumbing whether you have a small or large project.
Bishop - Denton, TX
04/07/20
Overall Experience 5 / 5
The Best Plumbers
Toby and Sam did a lot of work at our house, and they are very professional and friendly. I would recommend Imperial Plumbing for anyone needing quality service.
John - Denton, TX
01/24/20
Overall Experience 5 / 5
Great service. Very knowledgeable.
Edwards - Denton, TX
11/21/19
Overall Experience 5 / 5
Wonderful service
On time, polite, and efficient.
Sharon - Denton, TX
11/15/19
Overall Experience 5 / 5
Was excellent
Chris - Denton, TX
11/04/19
Overall Experience 5 / 5
Awesome Service!
Excellent response time. Fixed my problem with excellent efficiency and expertise. Price was consistent with estimate.
Wendy - Denton, TX
10/01/19
Overall Experience 5 / 5
Best customer service. EVER!
Had an emergency, we had never worked together before, Toby and Sam were here within the hour! Done and dusted!! Great, personable, professionals. Even gave tips on what to do next. Will call again!
Euless - Denton, TX
08/16/19
Overall Experience 5 / 5
Great service.
Pressure valve went bad and got job done on short notice. Very professional and friendly. They took time to put every thing back it was. I would recommend to anyone. Did a great job.
Kevin - Denton, TX
07/02/19
Overall Experience 5 / 5
Prompt High Quality
Fixed quickly and did a great job.
John - Denton, TX
04/27/19
Overall Experience 5 / 5
Great service
Great service very satisfied
Lisa - Denton, TX
04/25/19
Overall Experience 5 / 5
Very good service
You guys were informative and great
Melanie - Denton, TX
04/23/19
Overall Experience 5 / 5
Great service!
Fast, efficient service! I had originally scheduled the service for wed and they managed to fit me in a day sooner. They also answered every question I had and thoroughly explained what my hot water heater issue was and simple maintenance I can do for it. I would highly recommend!
Matt - Denton, TX
03/28/19
Overall Experience 5 / 5
Great Service
These guys were quick, efficient, great with communicating what was wrong and what needed to be fixed. Will definitely be using them in the future.
Joey - Denton, TX
03/27/19
Overall Experience 5 / 5
Great service.
Jaret - Denton, TX
03/06/19
Overall Experience 5 / 5
Great Service!
Imperial Plumbing provided great service for a fair price. I found Toby to be very knowledgeable and did a great job of fixing my issue.
Brett - Denton, TX
01/03/19
Overall Experience 5 / 5
Great Service
Reece - Denton, TX
11/28/18
Overall Experience 5 / 5
Helpful and great service
Toby and Sam were punctual and informative about different options to help fix my problem. He did not overcharge and actually could have given the fixes I needed and was overall very helpful.
Laurie - Denton, TX
10/22/18
Overall Experience 5 / 5
Great service, fast, good price
Both Toby and Sam were very nice and professional, got the job done fast.
elf - Denton, TX
10/13/18
Overall Experience 5 / 5
Great Service, Helpful Explanations
I was very pleased with the service we received yesterday, which included replacing fill valves in both toilets & clearing one chronically clogged sink. The price was reasonable, and included a volume discount for the multiple services we needed. Best of all were the several bits of education they gave us in regard to various water & sewer valves in and around the house...sometimes the free stuff is best! Thanks again.
Clint - Denton, TX
09/19/18
Overall Experience 5 / 5
Great pricing and service!
Toby did a fantastic job! Professional and thorough, he walked me through every step of the process. I was unable to be present l, and he sent pictures to keep me in the loop. He went above and beyond for our family and I would recommend him for any plumbing needs.
Mike - Denton, TX
09/07/18
Overall Experience 4 / 5
Customer friendly
Great group, communicated well through the water heater installation process.
Julie - Denton, TX
06/11/18
Overall Experience 5 / 5
Honest, Friendly and Reasonable Pricing
John - Denton, TX
05/30/18
Overall Experience 5 / 5
Exceptional service...very happy customer. The repair team was extremely knowledgeable about all features and benefits of installed products.
Outstanding reps for the overall warranty process.
Todd - Denton, TX
05/12/18
Overall Experience 5 / 5
Problems solved
Fast and friendly service. Had 2 problems and they were resolved quickly.
Larry Gardner - Denton, TX
03/22/18
Overall Experience 5 / 5
Great Service, very very efficient.
Sarah B - Denton, TX
03/06/18
Overall Experience 5 / 5
Great Service, Super Knowledgeable
Toby with Imperial Plumbing did a fantastic job. Service was prompt; he came out the day after the initial phone call. Toby was both efficient and effective. He answered all of my questions (I had a lot because I'm a new homebuyer) and walked me through some tips. I would absolutely hire Imperial Plumbing in the future if the need arrises.
Frank - Denton, TX
01/18/18
Overall Experience 5 / 5
Great Service, Great Guys
Toby and Jeremy were terrific. Showed up when they said they would, did what they said they would do and then some. They know their stuff. Great guys.
Services We Provide in Denton, Texas
Preventative Maintenance Checkups
Water Heater Replacement
Slab Leak Repair
Plumbing Remodel
Faucet Repair & Replacement
Toilet Repair & Replacement
Shower and Bathtub Repair & Replacement
Garbage Disposal Replacement
Natural Gas Leak Repair
Emergency Service 8am-8pm Daily