• Frequent leaks in the same general area, a sign the surrounding pipe is likely also deteriorating
• Discoloured water, often a sign of corroding pipes rather than a municipal supply issue
• Noticeably low water pressure throughout the home, not just at one fixture
• Visible corrosion on exposed piping in a basement, crawl space, or under a sink
• Aging galvanized or older pipe materials that were standard decades ago but are now well past their expected lifespan

Older homes, particularly those built before the 1960s, often still run on galvanized steel piping that corrodes from the inside out, gradually narrowing the interior diameter and reducing water pressure long before an actual leak develops. Upgrading to copper or modern plastic piping like PEX improves water quality, pressure, and longevity, and it’s a job worth doing properly rather than patching section by section as individual leaks appear.

Not every home needs a complete repipe. If the corrosion or damage is isolated to a specific section or run, a partial repipe addresses the problem without the cost and disruption of replacing every line in the house. We assess the condition of your existing piping and give you an honest recommendation on scope rather than defaulting to the larger job.

A full repipe is a significant project, typically involving some opening of walls or ceilings to access existing lines, but a well-planned repipe minimizes the disruption and is completed methodically room by room rather than leaving your whole home without water for an extended period. We walk you through the process and timeline before work begins so there are no surprises partway through.