Service · Whole-House Repipes
Whole-house repipes — copper or PEX, full or partial, with a written scope.
Old galvanized pipes corrode from the inside, dropping pressure and discoloring water. Polybutylene fails at the fittings. Both call for repipe, not patching. We map the runs, write three options across copper and PEX, and give you a fixed price and a defined timeline before the first wall comes open.
What we do
The work covered under whole-house repipes.
- Full whole-house repipes in Type L copper or PEX-A (Uponor)
- Epoxy pipe-lining restoration — restore existing pipes from inside in a single day, no wall openings
- Partial repipes — branch or main replacements when a full repipe isn’t yet economic
- Slab leak rerouting through attic or wall (when the slab itself isn’t being broken)
- Manifold installs for PEX home-run systems (longer life, easier future service)
- Drywall cut coordination — we cut access, your drywaller patches, or we sub it out
How it works
What a visit looks like.
- 01
Scope visit
We open one accessible wall to confirm pipe material, count fixtures, and identify run paths through ceilings, walls, and crawl spaces.
- 02
Three written options
Copper full repipe, PEX full repipe, and partial repipe when applicable. Each option has a fixed price and a defined timeline.
- 03
Permitting and inspection
We pull the plumbing permit, schedule rough-in inspection, and final inspection. You receive copies of every sign-off.
- 04
Execution
Full repipes typically take two to five working days for a single-family home — water back on every evening, one functioning bathroom every night. Epoxy lining restorations are a single-day job when the existing pipes still qualify.
- 05
Documentation
Pressure-test certificate, inspection sign-offs, photos of every joint, and a written workmanship warranty.
What we see most
Common situations.
- Galvanized iron pipes from 1960s–80s builds, dropping pressure and rust-staining fixtures
- Polybutylene installations from the 1980s–90s — recall liability, replace before sale
- Pinhole leaks in copper from acidic well water or aggressive original soldering
- Pipes structurally sound but corroded inside — candidate for epoxy lining, restored in a day
- Slab leaks in clay soil — rerouting through attic typically cheaper than slab demolition
Common questions
Whole-House Repipes FAQ.
How long does a whole-house repipe take?
Most single-family homes are two to five working days. Water is back on each evening, and you'll have at least one functioning bathroom every night.
Copper, PEX-A, or epoxy lining — which should I choose?
All three are code-compliant in California. PEX-A (Uponor) is faster to install than copper, handles freeze better, and runs lower in cost. Copper has the longest track record and is what is often in older homes already. Epoxy lining restores your existing pipes from inside in a single day with no wall openings — best when the existing pipes are structurally sound but corroded inside. We quote what fits your situation and you choose.
Do you patch the drywall?
We don't do drywall repair as a primary service — that's a finish trade. We can coordinate with a drywaller we work with, or you can hire your own. Either is fine.
Do I need to move out during the repipe?
No. Water is back on every evening. Most customers stay in the house through the entire repipe.
Ready when you are.
Call between 8am and 4pm, Monday through Friday. Or send us a note and we'll get back to you the same day.