Idraulicosanitari

Idraulicosanitari is a professional field focused on the design, installation, maintenance, and repair of hydraulic and sanitary systems in buildings. The work covers water supply, drainage, venting, sanitation, and related components to ensure reliable operation, safety, and compliance with applicable codes and regulations. Professionals in this area install and repair pipes, fittings, fixtures, toilets, sinks, showers, water heaters, boilers, pumps, drainage networks, vent stacks, and backflow preventers, and they diagnose leaks, blockages, corrosion, and pressure issues.

Their tasks are common in new construction, renovations, and ongoing facilities maintenance across residential, commercial, and industrial settings. Typical activities include planning layouts, selecting materials, bending and joining pipes, performing pressure and leakage tests, sealing joints, and ensuring proper slope and trap seals in drainage systems, as well as correct venting and code-compliant installation of sanitary appliances.

Formation and regulation vary by country. Many regions require completing a vocational program or apprenticeship in plumbing-sanitary technology and obtaining a license or certification to practice. Ongoing training often covers building codes, energy efficiency, water conservation, safety, and environmental standards.

The field has evolved with trends toward sustainability and efficiency. Low-flow fixtures, energy-efficient water heaters, rainwater harvesting, greywater reuse, and smart control systems are increasingly integrated into hydraulic-sanitary projects. Professional practice also emphasizes safety, quality control, and adherence to local standards to protect public health and infrastructure.

See also: Plumbing, Sanitation, Building services engineering, Code compliance.