WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE WATERLINE REPIPING PROCESS
Over the years, the plumbing industry has seen the use of many different materials. Unfortunately, some of these materials have been discovered to be faulty, such as galvanized piping that corrodes inside. If your home has one of these defective materials, then it’s time to consider repiping your waterlines for your health and safety.
WHAT EXACTLY IS WATERLINE REPIPING?
Waterline repiping is the process of replacing the water supply plumbing system in your home. The process involves removing old pipes that are readily accessible and installing new piping that meets today’s plumbing standards. You’ll see this repiping running from both your hot and cold-water sources to all of the existing fixtures and faucets throughout your home.
HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE?
The amount of time it takes to complete your waterline repiping is going to depend on a number of factors. However, the average time is between one and three days. Larger homes are going to take longer to repipe.
Additionally, homes with hidden plumbing will take much longer to repipe than homes with most of the plumbing lines exposed. One of our plumbers should be able to provide you with an estimated replacement timeframe so that you can plan your schedule around it. Remember that you won’t have running water during the repiping process, so planning is an absolute necessity.
SOME COSMETIC REPAIRS MAY BE NECESSARY
When a plumbing professional repipes the waterlines throughout your home, there may be some cosmetic repairs that will need to be addressed afterward. It’s highly likely that some of your water lines run behind drywall and other building materials.
A plumber may need to cut into your drywall to expose the area where they will be laying the new piping. While the objective is to minimize any potential damage, you can expect to have some holes in your drywall after the repiping process is complete. These will need to be repaired once the repiping is done.
REMOVING OLD PLUMBING LINES
Throughout the waterline repiping process, your plumber will be removing all the existing waterlines that they can gain access to in your home. This helps to provide a cleaner environment for your home and minimize future confusion about where your active waterlines are.
WHICH PLUMBING REPLACEMENT MATERIALS ARE BEST?
While plumbers have used many different piping materials in the past, two main products reign supreme in today’s market, these include copper and pex piping. Copper is constructed of metal and must be soldered together to create a seamless joint.
Pex is constructed of tempered cross-linked polyethylene. It’s very flexible and can be held together via clamped fittings as well as SharkBite fittings. The specific plumbing material that is installed in your home will depend on what you and your plumbing professional decide prior to the repiping process.
THE BENEFITS OF WATERLINE REPIPING
Repiping your home can be a major financial investment. However, it does come with many great benefits for you to enjoy. First and foremost, it provides better quality drinking water to your home. You no longer have to worry about your water traveling through corroded pipes.
If you’ve had water pressure issues in the past due to corrosion blockage in your pipes, upgrading can help to eliminate those issues. Waterline repiping will help to ensure that your home is protected from leaks and unwanted water damage. It will even increase the resale value of your home.
TOP SIGNS YOU NEED WATERLINE REPIPING
Unfortunately, no homeowner wants to hear that their home needs waterline repiping. However, it’s a necessary expense when you’re experiencing some of the issues that we’re going to discuss below.
When you notice that your pipes are constantly leaking due to corrosion, it’s time to consider repiping. If you have lead or galvanized steel pipes running throughout your home, they can contaminate your drinking water and pose serious health risks to your family members. Replacement is a must. Additionally, if your existing pipes are over 50 years old, it’s time to think about upgrading.
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