Many of our repiping jobs begin as a leak detection service. Instead of just finding one or a few leaks like the home owner might suspect, we find a dozen or more sneaky leaks throughout your plumbing system. Besides the benefit of no longer having leaks throughout your plumbing system, repiping can potentially alleviate many of your plumbing issues. An old pipe can corrode over time, resulting in flakes of rust that can contaminate your water supply and significantly reduce its quality. If you notice any of these issues, it may be time to consider repiping your home with more reliable and durable materials.
Enhanced Water Quality
Repiping your home offers a significant improvement in water quality. Old pipes often accumulate rust and debris, which can flake off and contaminate your drinking water. By replacing these with new, modern materials, you ensure cleaner drinking water for you and your family.
Increased Water Pressure
Another substantial benefit is the improvement in water pressure. Over time, pipes can become clogged with mineral deposits and other debris, reducing water flow. New piping systems are designed to maintain optimal water pressure, providing a more consistent and powerful water supply throughout your home.
By addressing these critical issues through repiping, not only do you improve the longevity of your home, but you also enhance your overall quality of life by ensuring cleaner water and better water pressure.
Unsure if you need a pipe repaired or replaced?
A minor leak can quickly become a much bigger issue if it causes a pipe to burst, so it’s important to address any potential problems before they worsen. An old pipe can corrode over time, resulting in flakes of rust that can contaminate your water supply and significantly reduce its quality.
At KBR Plumbing, we offer comprehensive services to help you inspect and diagnose any damage to your pipes. We can repair existing plumbing fixtures or provide you with a new layout when remodeling your space. Whatever your needs may be, our experienced plumbers can identify corroded pipes and replace them, ensuring that the water in your home is top-notch.
Damages Your Home Will Incur
Other than the cost, damages to the home are always something to consider when repiping. Creating holes in the drywall is necessary to connect onto plumbing fixtures. Dealing with bathrooms can present specific issues, especially when working around pre-existing tiles.
Consider the following:
- Tile
- Concrete
- Drywall
- Cabinets
An experienced plumber will find the most efficient way to connect plumbing fixtures while minimizing damage. Repairing drywall is less burdensome than replacing bathroom tile.
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Problems with pipes can be a major headache but they can often be prevented. Paying attention to signs that indicate your pipes need replacing due to their age can help you avoid serious issues in the future. Signs of needing to replace old pipes include frequent leaks, inconveniences such as low water pressure and rusty or discolored water in taps and faucets. If you notice any of these issues, it may be time to consider repiping your home with more reliable and durable materials.
Age Of Your Pipes
Replacing old pipes can be a difficult but necessary task. If your home has older pipes, it is important to watch out for signs of needing to replace them due to their age. These signs include leaks, strange noises coming from the pipes, decreased water pressure, and discolored water. If you notice any of these issues, it may be time to consider repiping your home with new materials that are more reliable and durable.
Had a whole house repipe done. Service was excellent. No issues. Went above and beyond to fix any issues my house threw at them, especially with flat roofs. The patchwork afterwards required only paint. Very well done. Would use for any other issues. Very courteous and professional.
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- Slab leak
- Unusual taste or color to water
- Decreased water pressure
- Dark tile grout
- Sound of water running
- High water bill
- Moisture or mildewing on the floors/walls
What type of piping does your home have?
Copper Pipes
If you have copper pipes in your home then you should be aware that poor water quality eats away at copper piping making it fragile and creating pinhole leaks over time. Homes with copper piping will at some point experience a water leak underneath the slabs or in the walls of your home. If you have a home built in the early 90s or older, you could have what we call soft copper which is copper piping that comes in a coil. Soft copper is thin copper to start with which means once you have one leak, the next leak won’t be far behind.
Galvanized Pipes
If your home has galvanized piping, when you have a leak there is a strong chance that fixing the leak itself would be impossible. To fix galvanized pipes there must be a solid piece of pipe to cut into and usually, once the piping rusts and then breaks, finding a solid piece is uncommon. Additionally, galvanized piping rust from water and sitting in the dirt under your concrete slab. Therefore, it is decaying faster and making a repair even more difficult or impossible. At that point, a whole-home repipe would be your only option. While this can be stressful for some home owners, KBR Plumbing is here to help assess the situation and provide our expertise.
Polybutylene Pipes
If your home was built between 1978 and 1995, there’s a good chance it has polybutylene pipes. And if it does, there’s an even better chance those pipes are starting to break down. That’s because polybutylene is a type of plastic that becomes brittle and breaks down over time, especially when exposed to things like chlorine or other chemicals. As the pipes break down, they can start to leak, which can cause all sorts of problems, from water damage to the mold. And since polybutylene pipes are often hidden behind walls or under floors, they can be tough to spot until the damage is already done. If you think your home might have polybutylene pipes, the best thing to do is have KBR Plumbing take a look. We’ll be able to tell for sure and then help you figure out the best way to replace them before they cause any more damage.
Average Timeline
The average time to repipe a residential home should take 1-2 days. The process can be broken down into three phases:
First Phase
Sourcing materials and getting them on-site. Plumbers will walk through the house to understand the layout and determine where incisions are necessary. Placing plastic wrap on furniture and floors helps deter damages.
Second Phase
Most of the hard work happens here. Running pipes to the proper locations and connecting them to existing fixtures takes the most time. Expect most of the demolition and hole-cutting in this phase.
Third Phase
Wrapping up the job, plumbers will clean around all the spots where they worked, check every joint, and ensure the water is tested and not leaking. They will also make sure everything looks the way it should by putting on escutcheons and strapping the pipes neatly.
Benefits of a Repipe
Having your home repiped is essential for the longevity of your home. You won’t have to deal with emergency plumbing leaks and the associated expenses. Other benefits include cleaner drinking water and higher water pressure.
Conclusion
Replacing old pipes can be a difficult but necessary task. If your home has older pipes, it is important to watch out for signs of needing to replace them due to their age. These signs include leaks, strange noises from the pipes, decreased water pressure, and discolored water. If you notice any of these issues, it may be time to consider repiping your home with new materials that are more reliable and durable. If your home has galvanized piping, when you have a leak, fixing it might be impossible as finding a solid piece to cut into is uncommon. In such cases, a whole-home repipe is the only option, and KBR Plumbing is here to help assess the situation and provide our expertise.
If your home was built between 1978 and 1995, there’s a good chance it has polybutylene pipes. These pipes are prone to breaking down over time, especially when exposed to chlorine or other chemicals, leading to leaks and potential water damage. If you think your home might have polybutylene pipes, the best thing to do is have KBR Plumbing take a look. We’ll be able to tell for sure and then help you figure out the best way to replace them before they cause any more damage.
Getting your house repiped ensures reliable plumbing for years to come. The two most important steps in the repiping process are finding a reliable plumbing company and getting a couple of quotes to ensure you get the best value for your home repipe.
