Answer first
Panel location, generator stub, bath grouping, hose bibs, and future EV — decisions that are cheap on paper and expensive after drywall.
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Definition
What is this?
Pre-frame specification locks plumbing and electrical pathways while walls are open.
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When to use
When does this apply?
Spec before framing on new builds and major additions in the Danville area.
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Failure modes
What goes wrong?
Waiting until trim-out to place the panel. Forgetting conduit for future circuits. Undersizing service for known future loads.
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Proof
Why trust this guidance?
Hurst roughs in new construction with the behind-the-walls standard — labeled, tested, and ready for the next trade.
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Action
What should you do next?
Bring plans early. We will mark electrical and plumbing decisions that save change orders later.
Glossary
Key terms for this guide — full definitions live in the Hurst plumbing & electrical glossary.
Questions homeowners ask
FAQ
Generator stub worth it?
If ice storms matter to you, yes — rough-in is cheaper now.
Tankless on new builds?
Plan gas, vent, and water treatment up front.
Who pulls permits?
We coordinate electrical and plumbing permit needs for our scope.
Author & reviewer
Hurst Electric & Plumbing
Reviewed by Hurst Electric & Plumbing
Company-level review by the licensed Hurst plumbing and electrical team in Danville, KY — a dual-trade shop. Guidance reflects how we diagnose on-site, explain scope in writing, and close out under the Hurst standard. Last updated .