Re-piping in Irvine, CA
Whole-home and partial repiping for Irvine homes with failing supply lines.
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How re-piping works in Irvine
Corroded or failing supply lines cannot be patched forever. We replace aging galvanized and polybutylene pipe in Irvine homes with copper or PEX.
Nearly every Irvine home sits on a slab, and copper in the 1970s and 1980s villages is now at the age when pinhole and slab leaks appear.
When to call for re-piping
Consider a repipe when water pressure keeps dropping, the hot water looks rusty or smells metallic, leaks have appeared in different places within a few years, a plumber has found heavy corrosion inside the pipes, or the house has polybutylene pipe that has already failed once.
What happens when you call
We diagnose first
We find the actual cause before recommending any repair.
We quote upfront
You get a clear price before any work starts.
We fix it right
The repair is completed and tested before we leave.
We follow up
If something is not right afterward, call us and we come back.
What Irvine homeowners should know
Master-planned villages built from the 1960s to today, nearly all on slab foundations.
- 1960s and 1970sCopper supply and cast iron drains, in University Park and Turtle Rock. Watch for pinhole leaks, drain corrosion, and slab leaks.
- 1980s and 1990sCopper supply with ABS or PVC drains, in Woodbridge, Northwood, Westpark, and Oak Creek. The copper is reaching the age when pinhole leaks start, and water heaters are near the end of their life.
- 2000s to todayPEX or copper supply with PVC drains, in Quail Hill, Portola Springs, and the Great Park. The main issue is hard-water scale.
Neighborhoods we serve in Irvine
University Park, Turtle Rock, Woodbridge, Northwood, Westpark, Oak Creek, Quail Hill, Portola Springs, Great Park Neighborhoods
ZIP codes: 92603, 92604, 92612, 92614, 92618, 92620
Water hardness
Irvine Ranch Water District supplies the city. Hardness runs from moderately hard to hard, depending on the season and where you live; the district publishes current figures in its annual water quality report. Regular water heater flushing helps, and a softener is worth considering on older copper or galvanized lines.
Re-piping questions in Irvine
What Irvine homeowners most often ask us about re-piping.
How long does repiping a Irvine home take?
Most single-family homes take about two to five days, depending on size and layout. Water service is kept on wherever possible.
Copper or PEX: which is better?
Both are durable and approved by code. Copper has the longer track record and handles heat and sunlight well. PEX is flexible, routes through walls with less drywall work, and resists freeze damage. The right choice depends on the layout of your home and your priorities.
Will repiping mean opening my walls?
Yes, because supply lines run through walls and ceilings. We keep the number and size of openings down and can coordinate the drywall repair.
What customers say
★★★★★
I had an excellent experience with SoCal 1 Plumbing! Eliass came out to clear a blockage in my kitchen line by snaking it through the outside wall clean-out, and everything was done efficiently and with great care. He also installed new tubular drains under my kitchen sink to stop the leaks I’d been dealing with. The work was high-quality, and they even provided a 1-year warranty on parts and labor, which gave me peace of mind. Highly recommend their professional and reliable service!
★★★★★
Very professional and solved the problem. I would use their services again they were very reliable
★★★★★
Great experience with Miguel and Steven! Fixed my stubborn kitchen sink clog. Very informative and respectful of my home in addressing the issue. Highly recommend!
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