If your home was built before 1990, there’s a good chance your plumbing pipes are made of galvanized steel or polybutylene — materials that are now known to corrode, fail, and cause serious water damage. Davis Plumbing and Heating Inc. has repiped dozens of homes throughout Murrieta, Temecula, Menifee, Sun City, Perris, and Lake Elsinore. Here’s everything you need to know.
What Is Whole-Home Repiping?
Repiping means replacing all the water supply lines inside your home — from the main shutoff valve to every faucet, toilet, and appliance. It does NOT typically include the drain lines (sewer pipes), which are a separate system. Modern homes are repiped with copper or PEX (cross-linked polyethylene) piping, both of which are durable, reliable, and long-lasting.
Signs You Need a Repipe
- Rust-colored water — Galvanized pipes corrode from the inside and contaminate your water with rust and sediment.
- Consistently low water pressure — Corrosion buildup inside older pipes narrows the interior diameter, reducing flow.
- Frequent leaks — If you’ve had multiple pinhole leaks in recent years, the entire pipe system is failing, not just individual spots.
- Visible corrosion or green staining — Green staining on copper pipes means pinhole leaks and corrosion are already underway.
- Noisy pipes — Banging, rattling, or whistling in the walls often indicates pipe deterioration.
Copper vs. PEX: Which Is Better?
- Copper — The gold standard for decades. Extremely durable, heat-resistant, and long-lasting. More expensive than PEX but adds home value.
- PEX — Flexible plastic piping that’s easier and faster to install, resistant to freezing, and less expensive. Very popular in new construction and whole-home repiping projects.
Davis Plumbing can repipe with either material and will recommend the best option based on your home’s age, layout, and budget.
How Long Does Repiping Take?
Most single-family homes in Riverside County can be repiped in 2–5 days. Larger homes or homes with complex layouts may take longer. Your water will be off during working hours but restored each evening. We work to minimize disruption to your daily life.
How Much Does a Repipe Cost?
In the Riverside County area, whole-home repiping typically costs $4,000–$12,000 depending on the size of the home, number of fixtures, pipe material chosen, and accessibility. This may sound significant, but compare it to the ongoing cost of patching leaks, water damage remediation, and deteriorating water quality.
Does Homeowner’s Insurance Cover Repiping?
Most homeowner’s insurance policies do not cover repiping as a “maintenance” issue. However, if a pipe fails and causes water damage, the damage itself (flooring, drywall, belongings) is often covered. Ask your insurance agent about your specific policy.
Schedule a Free Repipe Consultation
If you’re concerned about your home’s plumbing, Davis Plumbing offers free whole-home plumbing assessments. We’ll inspect your pipes, test your water pressure, and give you an honest recommendation — no pressure, no gimmicks. Call (951) 657-0393 today or contact us online.