Basically, copper repiping is completely replacing all of the existing hot and cold water pipes in a home, condominium, apartment or commercial building.
The preferred method of repair historically has been to replace galvanized pipes with copper pipes, however recent developments in modern plastic polymers have made other options available.
The process typically involves the removal of existing pipes in a building and replacement with new superior copper pipes and fittings.
Repiping isn't limited to water pipes.
It can also be applied to gas and sewer pipes as well.
Since there is no way to effectively remove buildup or reverse the scaling process with metallic piping systems, home and business owners with scaled or corroded pipes are eventually forced to repipe the entire plumbing system.
The re-piping process is also known as repipe, re-pipe, re-piping, repiping, new piping, re-plumbing, re plumbing and piping replacement.
How do I know if repiping is necessary? A repipe may be necessary if you are experiencing any or all of the following: Leaky pipes Wet Foundations Pipe corrosion Low or dramatic drop in water pressure Bad water odor or taste Rusty Water (or brown water) Why choose a repipe specialist over a plumber? When you are thinking about the issue of having to repipe your home, condominium, apartment building or office, you are going to want to think about the type of company that can offer you the most experience, best prices and newest in plumbing technology.
They should be in good standing with the Better Business Bureau, be licensed and bonded and able to provide references.
Repiping Specialists only do repipes, which enables them to complete your project quickly and efficiently as well as provide you with the best possible prices.
Most homes can be completely repiped on just one day.
Another benefit of using a Repipe Specialist, is they can often professionally repipe your home for about half the price of a typical plumber or plumbing contractor, who doesn't specialize in repiping and typically charges twice as much for a repipe job that doesn't provide the same excellent quality of the materials and craftsmanship.
Since every repipe job requires making some holes in your walls, repipe specialists have qualified, experienced technicians who are specially trained to professionally patch the walls and provide you with a smooth, clean surface as well as stucco any exterior stucco surfaces while keeping your house neat and clean, protecting your floors and cleaning up at the end of every day.
The Rewards and Benefits of Copper Repiping The benefits or repiping are, reduced plumbing problems and costs, clean/clear rust free water, better volume and water flow, better tasting drinking water (a great feature if you plan on selling your home or building.
After repiping most people are surprised to discover they can shower, wash dishes, water the lawn, wash laundry, and use faucets and fixtures at the same time while maintaining good water pressure.
Perhaps you have put off repiping because you think it's too much hassle or that it might be too costly.
However the costs of extensive water damage can easily outweigh the expense of repiping.
When you are ready to consider repiping, be sure to get an estimate from a repiping specialist if you want to ensure the highest quality results at the lowest possible price.