Rough-In

Plumbing, electrics, gas, HVAC, drainage, insulation.

Everything that hides behind the walls: water, waste, power, gas, data, HVAC, insulation. Licensed trades only for the regulated parts — this is educational planning, not a licence. The decisions made here are the ones you cannot easily reverse later. Pressure-test before plaster. Run the extra data cable now. A lighting plan sketched after the sheets are up is archaeology.

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At a glance

Stage: 7 of 16
Difficulty: Mastery
Subtopics: 6

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All stages:

1.Ideas 2.Planning 3.Demolition 4.Landscaping 5.External 6.Construction 7.Rough-In 8.Plastering 9.Flooring 10.Finishing Timberwork 11.Painting 12.Cabinets & Fixtures 13.Fit-Off 14.Punch List 15.Move-In 16.Party!

What happens at this stage

Subtopics & components

Click any subtopic to expand. Every component carries a skill-level indicator so you know which bits are DIY-friendly and which are best handed to a licensed tradie. Educational planning only — not trade licensing advice.

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