Whole-house repiping in Los Angeles
Many older LA homes still have galvanized steel water pipes that rust from the inside out. Repiping replaces them with new copper or PEX, and fixes low pressure and rusty water for good.
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When patching stops making sense
Galvanized steel pipe was common in LA homes built before the 1960s. Over the decades, rust builds up inside until the pipes narrow, pressure drops, and weak spots start to leak.
Fixing one leak at a time gets expensive when the whole system is aging. Replacing all the water lines at once ends the cycle, restores pressure and clear water, and can help when you sell.
Signs it’s time to repipe
Copper or PEX?
Both are good choices. We’ll recommend one based on your home.
| Copper | PEX | |
|---|---|---|
| What it is | Rigid metal pipe | Flexible plastic tubing |
| Track record | Used for decades | Common in homes since the 1990s |
| Installation | More fittings, more time | Fewer fittings, faster |
| Cost | Higher | Lower |
What to expect
- A walkthrough of your home and a written price before anything starts.
- Floors and furniture covered, and small openings in walls and ceilings to run the new lines.
- New lines to every fixture, with new shutoff valves.
- Water back on at the end of each work day in most homes.
- A pressure test and city inspection before the openings are closed.
What affects the price
You get a written price before any work starts. These are the things that move it.
How a visit works
- Book or callBook online in two quick steps, or call (818) 200-8719. We call you back within 2 hours to set a time.
- Get a written priceYour plumber finds the problem and gives you the price in writing. Nothing starts until you say yes.
- Fixed and cleaned upWe fix it, test it and clean up before we leave. Labor is covered by our 30-day warranty.
Repiping questions
How do I know if I have galvanized pipes?
Find a pipe near your water heater or main shutoff. Galvanized pipe is dull gray with threaded fittings, and a magnet sticks to it. Copper is orange-brown, and a magnet won’t stick. Our galvanized pipe guide has more.
How long does a repipe take?
Most single-family homes take a few days, plus time for the city inspection and wall patching.
Can I stay home during a repipe?
Usually, yes. The water is off while we work and back on most evenings.
Copper or PEX?
Copper has a long track record and handles heat well. PEX costs less and installs faster with fewer joints. Both meet code, and we’ll recommend one for your home and budget.
Does repiping need a permit?
Yes, in Los Angeles and most nearby cities. The new pipes are inspected before the walls are closed.
Repiping near you
We provide repiping across Los Angeles and the San Fernando Valley.
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