Copper Repiping

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What is Copper Repiping?

Unless you're a plumber or other construction professional, you probably have no idea what copper repiping is. Basically, copper repiping is completely refitting all of the existing pipes in a home or a business. Why do you need to do a copper repipe though, especially if there's nothing wrong with the existing pipes? Well, the main reason is that homes and other buildings built over 25 years ago were built with iron pipes that were coated with zinc. These galvanized pipes, however, have an issue—as they get older, the zinc lining will start to erode. This allows rust to form on your pipes. As they rust, you'll have to start replacing your pipes. Instead of replacing these galvanized pipes with other galvanized pipes that will eventually need to be replaced again, most people choose to replace them with copper pipes. This process is called copper repiping. [Read More]

How Do I Know If I Need Copper Repiping?

Having a full copper repiping done to your home can be very expensive, but it can also be very necessary. It can not only give you better water pressure, make your tap water taste and smell better, and prevent water damage; it can also make your home more valuable and easier to sell. However, when do you know that you need a copper repiping? Because the process can take some time complete and is fairly expensive, you don't want to do it on a whim or when it is unnecessary. [Read More]

Why Repipe with Copper?

If you live in an older home, you may start noticing some things about your pipes and your water pressure. You might notice that your water pressure isn't as strong as it once was. Maybe your water looks a little off color, or maybe you smell something odd around your sink every now and then. Generally, these things will all develop over time—rarely do pipes burst and flood your basement or home. However, they can all indicate that it's time for a copper repiping. [Read More]

How Copper Repiping is Installed

If you've suddenly lost water pressure in your shower, washing machine, kitchen sink, or garden hose, you may have several different issues. However, the most likely problem is that you need to have a copper repiping done. This means replacing all of your old iron pipes with copper ones. Copper piping is much better than iron pipes for several reasons. It's more durable, it's more flexible, and it doesn't rust. This means you won't have to worry about getting rust in your drinking water or dealing with the possibility that your pipes will burst, causing hundreds of dollars in water damage and forcing you to have new pipes installed. [Read More]