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What is a Drain 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 sink, toilet, tub, shower or laundry drain is either clogged or broken some where and can give u periodic clogs and backups. 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 your bath room by over flowing the toilet, which means you may have broken drain or sewer some where at your home.
Repiping is the procedure of replacing existing pipes in a building or home. Most structures built 35 or more years ago contain galvanized, cast iron pipes, or zinc-coated iron pipes. When these pipes age the zinc lining erodes way, triggering the formation of rust. The pipes must be replaced as soon as this deterioration process begins. Do not wait until you start noticing leaks or sudden back ups. Give us a call to set up an inspection. Seeing the signs of the possible need for repiping does not necessarily mean a Full House Drain Repipe is the solution. Homeowners typically replace their pipes when they start to see a significant fall in water pressure. Washing machines fill at a slower pace, hoses have a less powerful spray and the shower head often trickles instead of sending out a strong stream. It is also time to replace your pipes when they begin to leak, tap water looks dirty due to rust, or a polluted smell is emitted from the tap
There are many chronic plumbing conditions that a copper 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 Drain 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. Drain 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 breaking and digging up the slab, the ceilings, the walls or yard in your home, but what if drain pipes go underneath your slab, walls, ceiling, 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 drain leak detection and line locators, and perform either trenchless pipe replacement by digging a few access holes or drilling new lines and by the side of 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 drain repiping? |
Why does your home have slow drains? As galvanized or cast iron drain pipes go old, rust and decay build up within the pipe, constricting the flow of drain. As less volume of drain 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 fixture much less a shower or dishwasher. At the same time that your drain flow is decreased, the rust buildup inside the pipes mingles together with the drain that results in taking shower, washing dishes, or doing a quick laundry. If you have on going slow drains in your house and toilet backing up in shower or tub or the toilet floods when u do a small cycle of laundry then its symptom that you have rusty drain pipes, the rust will eventually eat through your metal or galvanized pipes and you will be facing total back up and enormous water damage and mold due to backing up drains. Dain repiping is the answer to these issues. Call us today and let our experts 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!
Drain and sewer 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. The worse in these is the drain backups. If your home was built more than 40 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 drain pipes, deterioration and eventually an uncontrollable drain leak. Many times those problems can only be remedied with a plumbing repipe.
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The Problem |
Do you know that many older homes were plumbed using galvanized and cast iron drain pipe? This was in the days when the long-term problems associated with galvanized or cast iron drain pipes were yet unrealized. These problems consist mainly of rust, grease and sludge buildup. If you have ever seen the inside of a rusted galvanized or a cast iron drainpipe, you know that it is not a pretty sight. The entire built-up slimy gunk constricts the flow of water, which results in the slow drains and drains flooding in your entire house this is all due to improper flowing of a drainage system. Hence your drains will not drain properly, the toilet will not flush properly if they do not drain an adequate flow of water.
Over time, rust buildup and pipe deterioration can result in you having first a slow drains then the toilet will start making gurgling noises and start backing up in tub or toilet. Other symptom you may also notice is when you take showering the water stands in tub and your feet sinks completely in water. The water should not stand in tub that's the slow draining reason. If you notice the rust and gunk coming in your tub or shower then it's the rusted drain lines that filled with water and when backed up brought rust and gunk, when the waste drained it left the rust in tub. More worse is the laundry drain back ups. The laundry drains 2 times more gallons of water then taking a normal shower. If you have old rusted drain lines which gives you periodic back up will cause flood in your house, crawlspace, basement and rooms damaging your floors, structure and foundation. Some time home insurances also don't cover the damages caused by sewage flood.
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Following are some of the conditions when you need a whole house drains repipe. Old drainage system |
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- Can cause serious health risk
- Can cause sewerage smell in your home
- Can be reason of slow drains or no drains at all
- Can cause toilet over flow and flood
- Can flood bathroom when run laundry or dishwasher
- Can cause leaks from drain pipes in ceiling and walls
- Galvanized pipes can deteriorate quickly
- Can fill tub, shower and sink with very minimum use
- Can show decay symptoms
- Can result in pipe splits
- Can result in visible corrosion
- Can be reason of flies, bacteria and sewage bugs
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When you have all these decay symptoms than a new drain repipe is needed to restore your home's drainage system to its full capacity. A new drain repipe by Mr. Drain ® Plumbing of Red Bluff will bring your home back to its original health and function. When you need drain repiping service Mr. Drain ® Plumbing of Red Bluff is your #1 choice for Plumbing professionals. We work with you to find the drain 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 drain 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 drainpipes. 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. |
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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 drain repiping makes sense for older houses that have galvanized or cast iron drain piping. Mr. Drain ® Plumbing of Red Bluff uses the highest quality of drainpipes of the correct diameter and thickness for each component of a drain repiping job. This usually means ABS or Copper DWV drainpipes, depending on the particular application. Our experts will size each portion of your repiping layout to ensure proper drain flow at all parts of the house.
Mr. Drain ® Plumbing specializes in U.S.A. made waste pipes and products which last longer then the ordinary foreign made drainpipes. The material we use in drain piping is ABS, or Copper DWV where ABS stands for "Acrylonitrile-Butadiene-Styrene" pipe - a black plastic pipe used for water distribution, drain, waste, vent and sewage. Our crews are experienced on how to lay out the job from 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 slow drains or other corrosion problems with your home's water supply then there's a good chance that your home could benefit from a drain 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. Whether you are washing dishes or vegetables, taking shower or doing a laundry, slow or clogged drains should not ruin your day and life comforts.
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 drain re-pipe, all pipes from the foundation to the entire house including all branches, all secondary drains, soil stack and main waste drain are replaced
Essentially, all drain piping in your home is removed and "re-piped" with newer, cleaner, more durable piping. To accomplish this, the old drain lines are 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 take the wastewater away are fresh and new.
There are many reasons to re-pipe. The older metal pipes can become brittle and problematic with time. Cast iron 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 chose 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 flood. When metal pipes get old, they become corroded and the residue from this corrosion compromises the incoming water supply. Supposedly the waste water will start to come out from outlets and start over flowing all over the floors. Another situation that can arise is a break in the old piping under the house slab. To repair these pipes, the hard wood or tiled floor will have to saw cut and the concrete slab underneath it will have to be jack hammered 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 drain leaks or broken drain pipes 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 drains that the technician has to run new plumbing to and the accessibility of your attic or floor. Our plumbing experts will run all new drain lines from the floor, walls, crawlspace or basement. 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, wash laundry, and in fact, use all faucets and fixtures at the same time.
In short the drain repipe gives a proper drain flow thorough out your house, eliminates the cost of plumbers when u get clogged drains and gives you peace of mind.
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A whole house drain repipe eliminates
- Clogged Drains
- Rusty water and rust particles
- Drain Leaks
- Sewage flooding and water damage
- Leaky drain pipes
- Worry about drain problems
- Saves your day by dealing with clogs and back ups
- Insurance rejection due to sewage damage
- Decay symptoms
- Drain pipe splits
- Visible corrosion
- Flies, bacteria and sewage bugs
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Steps Involved in Drain Repipe |
Drain repiping involves the following steps:
- Survey the house and study any existing house plans to map out the current location of all pipes.
- Identify which pipes are galvanized, cast iron, or otherwise need to be replaced.
- Shut off water to a particular zone within the house. So no one uses the drains.
- Open up walls, floor, slab to expose any buried pipes.
- Remove and properly dispose of the old pipe.
- Connect the correct size replacement approved drain piping the Mr. Drain ® plumbing professional will assess each installation on a case by case basis.
- Pressure test the new pipe for drain leaks.
- Pressure test the entire drain system.
- Close up and smoothly patch any walls or floors that had been opened up.
Mr. Drain ® Plumbing provides the highest quality service - make it your Red Bluff plumbing services choice! |
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Repiping Cost |
After the drain repiping most people are amazed to find out they can have a shower, flush toilets, wash dishes, wash laundry, and use faucets and fixtures at the same time while maintaining excellent drain flow.
You may think the cost of repipe too high. But the costs of extensive sewer damage can undoubtedly outweigh the expenditure of drain repiping. When you are ready to get the drain repipe done, be sure to get an assessment from Mr. Drain ® Plumbing 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.
- Sewage Backing - The presence of fungus and mineral impurities in the Sewage can cause health concerns when sewage backs up.
- Home Value - Drains with leakage and rusted pipes seriously reduces the resale value of your home.
- Rotting Pipes - Sewer leakage will quickly destroy sub-floors and walls leading to expensive reconstruction of floors, walls, and even foundations.
- Corrosion - Reduces drain flow by restricting drain capacity in the pipes. It also introduces minerals and bacteria into the p-traps.
- Lower Cost - Replacing old galvanized pipes with new abs or copper pipes can significantly reduce home owner insurance premium
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Frequently Asked Questions About ABS Drain Repiping
What are some signs that I need to replace my drain lines?
If you have noticed slow drains in your sink, shower, or bathtub, it may be time to replace your existing drain lines. The slow drain 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 drain pipes?
Many older homes and buildings have drain supply systems that use galvanized and cast iron 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 2" pipe to have an effective inner diameter of 1.5" or less, reducing drain flow by approximately 50%.
What are the advantages of drain repiping?
There are many benefits of ABS repipes. ABS is a very durable material and can provide reliable service for 50 years or more. This, incidentally, is one reason why ABS 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, ABS 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. ABS is also biostatic, meaning that it prevents the growth of bacteria for a long time. Overall, ABS 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?
Call Mr. Drain ® Plumbing of Red Bluff today, and we'll install new copper piping for you. Because the process of fusing copper pipes together is technique-sensitive, make sure you have a skilled technician from Angel Plumbers to get the job done correctly for you the first time. |
5 Steps of Drain Repipe offered by Mr. Drain ® Plumbing of Red Bluff |
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Inspection for the sizing and the distribution system |
Cutting the walls and ceilings to access pipes |
Replacement of pipes in the entire house |
Final test and inspection of the installed system |
The walls and ceiling are patched and painted |
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