You may need a whole-home repipe if your plumbing system is old, built with outdated materials, or causing frequent problems. Common signs that it’s time to repipe include:
⏳ Pipes past their lifespan – Most pipes only last so long:
Copper: 50+ years (may develop pinhole leaks)
PEX / CPVC: 40–50 years
Galvanized steel: 20–50 years (corrodes easily)
Cast iron (drain/sewer): 50–100 years (prone to rust and scaling)
⚠️ Outdated or unsafe materials – Homes with lead, polybutylene, or galvanized steel pipes should be repiped for safety and reliability
💧 Frequent plumbing issues – Recurring leaks, low water pressure, discolored water, or slab leaks often signal that patch repairs are no longer enough
🏠 Visible corrosion or rust spots – Reddish-brown water stains, pipe corrosion, or pinhole leaks are clear warning signs
🔥 Inconsistent water temperature – Sudden hot or cold changes (like “shower shock”) may indicate failing distribution lines
Why It Matters:
Delaying a needed repipe can lead to water damage, mold growth, higher utility bills, and costly emergency repairs. A proactive repipe improves water pressure, safety, and overall plumbing efficiency.
How Plumbing Solution Specialist Can Help:
We provide free inspections to determine if your home needs repiping. Our team specializes in PEX and copper whole-home repipes, drain and sewer line replacements, and slab leak reroutes, backed by an industry-leading warranty.
Detecting lead in drinking water is critical for protecting your health and your family’s safety. Since lead is colorless, odorless, and tasteless, the only way to know for sure is through testing and inspecting your plumbing system.
Ways to Detect Lead in Drinking Water:
🧪 Test your water with a certified laboratory kit – Many local water utilities or third-party labs provide testing kits that can confirm if lead is present in your drinking water
🔎 Inspect your plumbing pipes – Homes built before 1986 may have lead pipes, lead solder joints, or lead service lines. Common culprits include lead, galvanized steel, and brass fixtures that may leach lead into water
💧 Look for signs of pipe corrosion – While not proof of lead, reddish-brown water, metallic taste, or low water pressure may signal deteriorating pipes that could increase contamination risks
Why It Matters:
Even low levels of lead exposure can be harmful, especially for children and pregnant women. If your home has older plumbing, it’s important to test your water regularly and consider repiping if lead pipes or solder are found.
How Plumbing Solution Specialist Can Help:
We inspect and replace lead, galvanized steel, and polybutylene pipes with safe, modern materials like PEX and copper. If testing shows lead in your water, our repipe specialists can upgrade your plumbing system to ensure your potable water is clean, safe, and reliable.
The cost to repipe a house can vary depending on the size of your home, the type of piping material chosen, and the complexity of the project. On average, most repiping jobs with PEX piping cost around $7,000, while larger homes or projects using copper may range anywhere from $7,000 to $25,000+.
Factors That Affect the Cost of a Repipe:
🏠 Size of the home – More square footage, bathrooms, and fixtures increase labor and material costs
🔧 Piping material – PEX piping is generally more affordable, while copper repiping is more expensive but extremely durable
🚿 Number of fixtures – Kitchens, bathrooms, laundry rooms, and hose bibbs add to the scope
🏗 Accessibility – Homes with hard-to-reach plumbing, slab foundations, or extensive drywall may cost more
🛠 Additional repairs – Drywall patching, painting, or upgrading fixtures may add to the total
Average Cost Ranges:
PEX Repiping: $7,000 – $15,000
Copper Repiping: $10,000 – $25,000+
Hybrid Systems (PEX + Copper): Varies depending on layout and design
Why It Matters:
While repiping is an investment, it provides long-term savings by preventing leaks, slab damage, and costly emergency repairs. It also improves water pressure, efficiency, and water quality.
How Plumbing Solution Specialist Can Help:
We provide free, no-obligation estimates for repiping projects. Our specialists will inspect your system, explain your options (PEX vs. copper), and give you a transparent, all-inclusive price backed by an industry-leading warranty.
The time it takes to repipe a house depends on the size of the home, number of bathrooms, and total plumbing fixtures. For most single-family homes, a complete repipe can be finished in as little as 1 to 5 days, while larger multi-unit buildings may take 6 to 15 days or more.
Typical Timelines for Repiping:
🏠 Small to medium homes (1–2 bathrooms): 1–2 days
🏘 Average homes (3–5 bathrooms): 3–5 days
🏢 Large homes or multi-unit buildings: 6–15 days, depending on complexity and access
Factors That Affect Repiping Time:
🔧 Number of fixtures – More sinks, toilets, showers, and appliances = longer repipe
🏗 Type of piping material – PEX piping is faster to install than copper
🚪 Accessibility – Attics, crawl spaces, or slab foundations may require extra time
🧱 Drywall patching & finishing – Restoring walls and ceilings can add time to the project, depending on scope
Why It Matters:
Understanding the repiping timeline helps homeowners plan for temporary water shut-offs and household disruptions. Most projects are designed so that water is restored at the end of each day, keeping downtime minimal.
How Plumbing Solution Specialist Can Help:
We provide clear schedules before starting any project. Our certified team works efficiently to complete PEX and copper repipes on time, with patching and finishing included. Whether it’s a single-family home or a large apartment complex, we ensure a smooth, professional, and timely repiping process.
At Plumbing Solution Specialist, we only use Made-in-USA, top-quality plumbing materials to ensure every repipe and repair is long-lasting, safe, and reliable. Our material standards meet or exceed all building codes in Southern California.
Water Supply Piping:
Uponor PEX-a tubing – Our preferred material for hot and cold water lines. PEX-a is the most flexible type of PEX, featuring shape and thermal memory that allows for ProPEX® expansion fittings. These fittings actually strengthen over time, creating an incredibly leak-resistant system.
Mueller Industries Type “L” Copper – A durable, time-tested option for hot and cold water lines. Type L copper provides excellent corrosion resistance and long-term reliability.
Drain, Waste, and Vent (DWV) Piping:
Charlotte Pipe & Foundry ABS, PVC, and CPVC piping – Trusted materials for drain, waste, and vent applications, offering durability and code compliance.
Cast iron piping – Used for certain exposed or specialty drain line applications where extra strength and soundproofing are required.
Gas Piping:
Standard black iron piping systems – Heavy-duty, dependable piping for natural gas distribution.
TracPipe® stainless steel gas piping systems – Flexible stainless steel option for advanced gas line installations, ensuring safety and efficiency.
Why Our Materials Matter:
By using only premium American-made brands, we guarantee:
✅ Durability and reliability for decades
✅ Leak-resistant systems with industry-leading fittings and materials
✅ Compliance with plumbing codes across Southern California
✅ Better long-term value for your repiping investment
How Plumbing Solution Specialist Can Help:
Every repipe project we complete is backed by our industry-leading warranty and our commitment to using the best materials available. Whether it’s PEX-a, copper, ABS, PVC, cast iron, or gas piping systems, you can trust our installations to provide a safe, efficient, and lasting plumbing system for your home.
Yes — choosing Plumbing Solution Specialist over a general plumber makes all the difference when it comes to repiping. While most plumbers handle a wide variety of jobs, they usually do not specialize in full-home repipes. At Plumbing Solution Specialist, repiping is our core specialty.
Why Homeowners Choose Us Over Other Plumbers:
🔧 Repiping experts – We focus exclusively on repiping projects, which means our process is faster, more efficient, and less disruptive than a general contractor’s approach
🛠 Certified installation – Every technician on our team is Uponor-certified to install Class A PEX piping, tested and approved for long-term durability
🏆 Premium materials only – We use Uponor PEX-a, Type L copper, and Charlotte Pipe drain materials, all American-made and industry-trusted
📈 Streamlined process – Our refined repiping system minimizes downtime, provides cleaner installations, and ensures your home is restored quickly
✅ Google Guaranteed company – Extra peace of mind knowing our services are backed by Google’s quality verification
The Bottom Line:
If you need a repipe, hiring a company that specializes in repiping — not just a general plumber — ensures you get better quality, faster service, and longer-lasting results. That’s the Plumbing Solution Specialist difference.
Both PEX-a and copper piping are excellent choices for repiping a home, but each has unique advantages depending on your needs, budget, and long-term goals.
Advantages of PEX-a Repiping:
💧 Lower risk of leaks – PEX-a uses ProPEX® expansion fittings that actually tighten over time, creating a leak-resistant system
🧊 Freeze resistance – PEX can expand and contract without cracking, making it more tolerant to freezing temperatures than copper
⚡ Cost-effective – Faster and easier to install, which means lower labor costs and shorter project times
🌀 Flexible installation – Can be routed around obstacles with fewer fittings, reducing potential weak points
Advantages of Copper Repiping:
🏆 Proven durability – Copper has been used in plumbing for decades and can last 50+ years with proper maintenance
🔥 Heat resistance – Handles very high temperatures without softening
🏠 Home resale value – Copper is often seen as a premium material in real estate markets
⚖️ Naturally antimicrobial – Inhibits bacterial growth inside the pipe
Key Differences Between PEX-a and Copper:
Cost: PEX-a is generally more affordable due to lower material and labor costs
Installation time: PEX-a installs faster and with fewer fittings
Longevity: Copper can last longer in some conditions but is more prone to corrosion and pinhole leaks, while PEX-a avoids corrosion issues altogether
Performance: Both deliver clean, safe water, but PEX-a offers greater flexibility and freeze resistance
How Plumbing Solution Specialist Can Help:
We install both Uponor PEX-a and Type L copper piping, depending on the customer’s needs. Our specialists will evaluate your home and recommend the best repiping solution — whether you want the flexibility and affordability of PEX-a or the traditional durability of copper.
Yes! At Plumbing Solution Specialist, every repiping project is backed by our industry-leading lifetime workmanship warranty. We proudly stand behind all of our work — whether it’s water lines, gas lines, or drain and sewer line repiping.
What Our Warranty Covers:
✅ Lifetime workmanship guarantee – If an issue ever arises from our installation, we’ll make it right
✅ Premium materials protection – We only use trusted American-made brands, including Uponor PEX-a, Type L Copper, Charlotte Pipe ABS/PVC/CPVC, cast iron, and TracPipe® stainless steel gas piping
✅ Peace of mind for every system – Whether your home needs a PEX or copper repipe, a gas line upgrade, or a drain line replacement, your investment is protected
Why This Matters:
Most plumbing companies only warranty labor for a short period. Our lifetime warranty reflects our confidence in our specialists, materials, and process — giving homeowners long-term security that their new plumbing system will last for decades.
How Plumbing Solution Specialist Can Help:
From whole-home repiping to slab leak reroutes, gas repipes, and sewer line replacements, our certified technicians deliver professional installation and guaranteed results. With our warranty, you never have to worry about being left unprotected.
Plumbing Solution Specialist offers an industry-leading lifetime guarantee warranty, at the most affordable cost to you. On top of 60-month interest-free financing, we offer warranties for life. It is also transferable if the house is sold within 10 years!
The entirety of Plumbing Solution Specialist's staff is employed under our company. We do have subcontractors for sheetrock purposes, however, they also work for Plumbing Solution Specialist. Pipe installation is not contracted out to a different company, it is all done in-house.