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| What is a Re-pipe? |
 Really, it's all there in the name. You might have most likely heard the term re-pipe. For many of our customers, it is a mysterious, dreadful word that translates as something equivalent to a root canal. Maybe you or someone you know has had one done before. Maybe your tap water has a rusty brown color or slightly sulfur smell to it and you have heard a re-pipe can help. Or you may have noticed a slow kitchen, shower or tub drain due to grease and sludge built up. Never ignore gurgling toilet or sewage flooding ur bath room by over flowing the toilet, which means you may have broken drain or sewer some where at your home.
There are many chronic plumbing conditions that a re-pipe can be a permanent remedy to. Whatever your situation is, in this section we would like to dispel any anxiety or confusion about what a re-pipe is, what is involved in having one done and what value it might be to you. |
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| Why Repiping or Rerouting? |
 Whether you're re-piping your entire home while renovating, or simply trying to fix a leak or stop current difficulties with your plumbing, Mr. Drain ® Plumbing of Red Bluff uses the most advanced installation technologies, and the highest quality pipes to get the job done in the quickest, best and least intrusive ways possible. Copper Re-piping has traditionally been a very inconvenient and costly project, since large trenches had to be dug alongside existing pipes in order to replace them effectively. This could be damaging enough when it's digging up the yard in your home, but what if pipes go underneath your driveway, or worse yet, under your parking lot in a commercial structure? Demolition and repaving projects can be extremely costly and take months to finish.
But Mr. Drain ® Plumbing of Red Bluff can identify problem areas with water leak inspections, water leak and line locators, and perform either trenchless pipe replacement by digging a few access holes and drilling new lines right through your existing pipes underground. It's sometimes also possible to simply re-line or reroute the existing pipes without destroying the old pipe at all with trenchless inliners. |
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Why do you need copper or pex repiping?
Why does your home have low water pressure? As galvanized pipes grow old, rust and decay build up within the pipe, constricting the flow  of water. As less water is able to flow from your pipes, it becomes difficult to run multiple fixture at a time and ultimately impossible to run even a single faucet, much less a shower or dishwasher. At the same time that your water flow is decreased, the rust buildup inside the pipes mingles together with the water that you re utilizing to shower with, wash dishes with or drink. Not healthy or tasty, that's without a doubt. If you overlook your low water pressure trouble, the rust will eventually eat through your galvanized pipes and you will be facing total water pressure failure and enormous water damage and mold from leaky pipes. Copper repiping is the answer these issues. Call us today and let one of our plumbing managers give you a free in home estimate, and show you how we can re-pipe your home or building the right way, and for less money - guaranteed!
Copper and PEX repiping is all we do. Homeowners often encounter slab leaks, discoloration of water, pinhole leaks in pipes, lowered water pressure or many other symptoms brought on by corroded galvanized pipes. If your home was built more than 20 years ago, it is most common to have been constructed using materials that are now known to corrode over time. This corrosion leads to rust and debris buildup in your pipes, deterioration and eventually an uncontrollable leak. Many times those problems can only be remedied with a plumbing repipe.
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| The Problem |
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Did you know that many older homes were plumbed using galvanized pipe? This was in the days when the long-term problems associated with galvanized pipe were yet unrealized. These problems consist mainly of rust buildup. If you have ever seen the inside of a rusted galvanized pipe, you know that it is not a pretty sight. The entire built-up slimy gunk constricts the flow of water, robbing you of the volume of water you expect from your plumbing system. Your fixtures and appliances will not perform properly if they do not receive an adequate flow of water.
Over time, rust buildup and pipe deterioration can result in you having to contend with dirty water that smells bad and is not drinkable. You might notice low water pressure in the shower, kitchen, laundry and perhaps scalding or freezing caused by buildup in the hot or cold water supply. You also may notice that your lawn sprinklers no longer cover the area they used to, and that running water in your sinks seem to have low pressure. Another symptom is when you experience a drastic change in your shower water temperature whenever a toilet is flushed. In the worst cases, your entire water supply may be choked off, leaving you high and dry. |
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Following are some of the conditions when you need a whole house copper or pex repipe. Old piping system
- Can cause serious health risk
- Can deliver smelly water
- Can give low water pressure
- Can deliver discolored water
- Odor comes from tap
- Can have change in water temperature when open multiple fixtures
- Can have leaks in plumbing
- Galvanized pipes can deteriorate quickly
- Can deliver rusty water at all time
- Can show decay symptoms
- Can result in pipe splits
- Can result in visible corrosion
- Can give water hammer noises
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| When you have all these decay symptoms than a new copper repipe is needed to restore your home's water system to its full capacity. A new copper repipe by Mr. Drain ® Plumbing of Red Bluff will bring your home back to its original health and function. When you need copper repiping Mr. Drain ® Plumbing of Red Bluff is your #1 choice for Plumbing professionals. We work with you to find the copper repipe solution that best fits your needs. We arrive on time, and get the job done right with no mess, and guarantee 100% customer satisfaction. |
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| The Solution |
  Many older houses experience chronic plumbing problems because of deteriorating pipes that are rusted, corroded, have deteriorating joints or built up minerals restricting flow. Often with older homes the only solution is to replace the existing pipes. Being a homeowner you should understand a whole house repipe is a major undertaking is usually a completely unexpected and substantial expense. Take advantage of our research into the different solutions and types of pipes that can be installed. We would love to help you save some money.
As galvanized pipe corrodes, your house may develop hidden leaks in walls, attic or basement, even under the house. You can experience major costly damage before these leaks become apparent. That is why hard copper repiping makes sense for older houses that have galvanized or soft copper piping. Mr. Drain ® Plumbing of Red Bluff uses the highest quality hard copper pipes of the correct diameter and thickness for each component of a copper repiping job. This usually means Type L copper piping, which can vary in diameter from 3/8 inch to 3 inches, depending on the particular application. Our experts will size each portion of your repiping layout to ensure proper water flow to all parts of the house. |
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 Mr. Drain ® Plumbing specializes in U.S.A. Type "L" Hard Copper and PEX re-piping. Our crews are experienced on how to lay out the job, order parts, install, and inspect the re-piping process. We have expert patching crews in house. All work is done in house from start to finish and no work is subbed out. If you experience rusty water or other corrosion problems with your home's water supply then there's a good chance that your home could benefit from a copper repipe. If you're considering such an option then, you can rely on Mr. Drain ® Plumbing to help you with a level of service that is second-to-none. Washing your hands under a faucet that gives you only a drip of water or getting showered with only enough water to rinse off your soap.
Give us a call to come out to your home or business to help you figure out if your plumbing problems are due to eroding pipes and if so to what extent plumbing pipe may need to be replaced. |
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| The Process |
 During a copper or pex re-pipe, all pipes from the meter to the main shut off valve and all hot and water pipes in the house like under the kitchen and lavatory sink, the tub and shower valve and the hot water heater are replaced.
Essentially, all of the pressure piping in your home is removed and "re-piped" in with newer, cleaner, more durable piping. To accomplish this, the old hot and cold water lines are all removed from the walls, ceiling, floors and basement. The new lines are installed through the attic or around the home and drops them back into the walls where the original pipes were. The result is that outwardly, your plumbing fixtures have not changed at all, but the pipes that service them are fresh and new.
There are many reasons to re-pipe. The older copper, steel and poly butylene pipes can become brittle and problematic with time. Copper and galvanized steel piping corrodes over time as well and the passage that water is able to flow through become smaller and smaller until it is without value to the homeowner. You should close to re-pipe because it is less expensive to replace all of the piping than to continually patch holes and repair leaks. Another problem is dirty water. When metal pipes get old, they become corroded and the residue from this corrosion compromises the incoming water supply. Supposedly fresh water leaves the faucet orange, rusty or bitter tasting, cloudy or just plain dirty. Another situation that can arise is a break in the old piping under the house slab. To repair this leak, the floor in the home and the concrete slab underneath it will have to be saw cut and removed. The ground will need to be dug up to reveal the pipe and repair the leak. Often, the process of searching for the leak complicates this type of repair and the area of the floor that must be removed can be quite large. A much simpler and less expensive solution is a re-pipe.
Three of the biggest questions most of our customers ask are "How do you price a re-pipe?", "How long does it take?" and "How long will the new piping last?"
Many factors go into estimating a re-pipe price. Among them are the number of fixtures that the technician has to run new plumbing to and the accessibility of your attic. Some people decide to upgrade their fixtures or add additional shut-off valves or outside hose bibs at the time of the re-pipe. Many of our customers replace their water heater with a new one when they re-pipe. All of these things contribute to the price of the project. These same factors affect how long the re-pipe will take. The technician must run all the new hot and cold lines through the attic. If the attic space is tall and open, the technician can work quickly. If the attic is small with a low roof or if the technician has to create access to the fixtures through closets or cabinets the work takes longer. Generally, a re-pipe takes 2-3 days to complete on a moderate size home with reasonable accessibility. As for how long the new piping will last, we provide warranty on all of our labor and back our manufacture's warranty on parts. Beyond that, consider the many ways that piping can corrode, breakdown and fail.
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Repiping is a system-wide solution that allows you to take a comfortable shower, wash dishes, water the lawn, wash laundry, and in fact, use all faucets and fixtures at the same time.
Copper repiping gives you great water pressure throughout your home, improves delivery of hot water, eliminates costly water damage repair bills and saves money on water lost to an inefficient system. |
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We Eliminate
- Low pressure
- Rusty water and rust particles
- Slab leaks
- Temperature shock in the shower
- Leaky pipes
- Risk of blowouts, flooding and water damage
- Worry about plumbing problems
- Plumbing valves that don't work
- Insurance rejection due to old pipes
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| Pex Repiping |
Advantages
- Adaptable and easy-to-use plumbing system
- Can be used with hot and cold water
- Can also be used with metal and PVC piping
- PEX has fewer fittings, making it faster to install and with less of a chance to leak
- PEX is more burst-resistant due to its flexibility to expand and contract
- It has a shutoff valve at each supply line, making it more convenient for you when you have to get repairs done
- PEX can have a pressure balanced system
- Since it is flexible, the pipes can be bent around most corners and usually won't need a coupling or fitting PEX Has
Disadvantages
- It cannot be used outside
- Cannot be recycled, due to its shorter life use
- It provides an impermeable membrane that may allow the possibility of water contamination
- The pipes may be damaged if left outside for a long period of time
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| Copper Repiping |
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Advantages
- Durable and flexible, making it easy to install
- Safer in natural disasters
- Weather and bacteria-resistan
- Resists corrosion, more so than other metals
- Unaffected by ultraviolet rays, so it can be used outside
- Copper does not release toxic gases in a fire because it resists burning
- In earthquakes, the slightly elastic pipes flex so that they don't snap
- Copper is recyclable, making it a more sound environmental choice
- Can be used indoor and out door
- Corrosion resistant
- Free of metal contaminants
- Resists pitting and scale buildup
- Dampens rushing water noise
- Eliminates water hammer and singing pipes
- Retains heat in hot-water lines
- Resists condensation on cold-water lines
- NSF International Certification for water purity
- Approved in the California Plumbing Code 9/18/2010
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| Repiping Cost |
| After repiping most people are amazed to find out they can have a shower, wash dishes, water the lawn, wash laundry, and use faucets and fixtures at the same time while maintaining excellent water pressure.
You may think the cost of repipe too high. But the costs of extensive water damage can undoubtedly outweigh the expenditure of repiping. When you are ready to contemplate repiping, be sure to get an assessment from a repiping specialist if you want to ensure the highest quality results at the lowest possible price. |
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| The Cost of a Copper or Pex repipe is not more then your and your family health consider the following factors: |
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- Your Health - Corrosive oxides and micro bacterial pollutants can be
ingested and lead to serious health concerns.
- Water Quality - The presence of fungus and mineral impurities in the water.
- Home Value - Smelly or cloudy water with leakage and rotten pipes seriously reduces the resale value of your home.
- Rotting Pipes - Water leakage will quickly destroy sub-floors and walls leading to expensive reconstruction of floors, walls, and even foundations.
- Corrosion - Reduces water flow by restricting water capacity in the pipes. It also introduces minerals and bacteria into the water supply.
- Lower Cost - Replacing old galvanized pipes with new copper pipes can significantly reduce home owner insurance premium
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Frequently Asked Questions About Copper Repiping
What are some signs that I need to replace my water supply lines?
If you have noticed low water pressure in your sink, shower, or bathtub, it may be time to replace your existing water lines. The lower pressure is probably due to mineral buildup inside of the water supply piping, which effectively reduces the volume of water flow by reducing the inner diameter of the pipe itself.
Why does mineral buildup occur inside my water pipes?
Many older homes and buildings have water supply systems that use galvanized steel pipes. The galvanic coating inside the pipe tends to flake and peel off after several years, and that's all it takes for calcium and lime to attach themselves to the side of the pipe. After years of mineral buildup it's not at all uncommon for a 3/4" pipe to have an effective inner diameter of 1/4" or less, reducing water flow by approximately 75%.
What are the advantages of copper repiping?
There are many benefits of copper repipes. Copper is a very durable material and can provide reliable service for 50 years or more. This, incidentally, is one reason why copper repiping helps raise the resale value of many properties. It is also a very easy material to work with, making installation simple. Because of its flexibility, copper tends to hold up very well during natural disasters (like earthquakes). Being very resistant to corrosion, it avoids the mineral buildup that is so prevalent in galvanized steel piping. Copper is also biostatic, meaning that it prevents the growth of bacteria so you'll be ensured of a safe, potable water supply for a long time. Overall, copper offers many economic and health benefits, making it a very cost-effective investment for any home- or building owner.
What should I do if I think I need to replace my water supply lines?
Mr. Drain ® Plumbing of Fremont are experts in Fremont copper repiping. If you house was build in 1960's then you need a copper repipe or a pex repipe Mr. Drain ® Plumbing of Fremont can do all. Further we are expert in water line rerouting, gas line rerouting, drain line rerouting. We are the only repipe contractors whose response time is less than 45 minutes. For copper repiping, pex repiping, drain repiping or gas repiping call us today. We are the Fremont repiping, relining contractors available 24 hours a day 7 days a week.
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| 5 Steps of Water, Drain and Gas Repipe offered by Mr. Drain ® Plumbing |
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