What To Expect During the Repiping Process

If your home’s plumbing has become more of a headache than a help, it might be time to consider repiping. While the thought of replacing all your pipes may feel overwhelming, learning about the process helps put your mind at ease.

Michael’s Plumbing Service is here to guide you through every step. Our team makes repiping a smooth, predictable upgrade that brings a more efficient plumbing system into your home.

What Is Repiping?

Repiping involves replacing all or most of your home’s water pipes. This could include removing outdated materials like galvanized steel or corroded copper and installing modern, durable options such as PEX or copper lines. The goal is to eliminate leaks, improve water pressure, and bring your plumbing system up to today’s standards.

8 Reasons You May Need Repiping

Pipes don’t last forever, and your house will let you know when things are wearing out. Here are eight signs you might need a full pipe replacement:

• Frequent leaks: Patching up leak after leak isn’t a long-term solution. Take this as a sign that your system is breaking down.
• Low water pressure: Corroded pipes restrict flow, leaving you with a disappointing drizzle instead of a shower.
• Discolored water: Brown or rusty tap water could mean the insides of your pipes are deteriorating.
• Strange odors: That smell coming from the faucet could be a result of bacterial growth in old pipes.
• Noisy pipes: Banging, clanging, and whistling aren’t normal. These are the sounds of your pipes crying out for help.
• Visible deterioration: Corrosion or mineral buildup on exposed pipes may indicate widespread damage.
• Old pipe materials: Homes with galvanized steel, polybutylene, or lead pipes are overdue for a safety upgrade.
• Home renovations: If you’re already tearing down walls and upgrading fixtures, it’s smart to modernize the pipes, too.

How Repiping Works

Depending on your home’s size, repiping may take two to five days. Here’s what the step-by-step process entails:

1. Thorough plumbing inspection: Technicians evaluate the current plumbing, check for problem areas, and map out a detailed plan.
2. Material planning: Once the layout is set, you’ll choose the type of piping. Most homeowners go with PEX for its flexibility and cost-efficiency, but copper is another strong, reliable choice.
3. Accessing the old pipes: Small, precise cuts are made in drywall or flooring to reach pipes. The goal is to minimize disruption to your living space while still gaining full access.
4. Removing the old system: The team takes out the old, corroded pipes and hauls them away.
5. Installing the new pipes: The new system goes in next. Plumbers run lines to every sink, shower, toilet, and plumbing appliance.
6. System testing: Before sealing up the walls, the team pressure-tests the system and checks for leaks. If there’s a problem, they fix it on the spot.
7. Patching and cleanup: No repiping job is complete until your walls, ceilings, and floors have been restored. By the time we leave, your home will look great and run better than ever.

Why Choose Us?

Homeowners across Nashville trust Michael’s Plumbing for honest, high-quality work. We started our family-owned, locally operated business in 2001 with an emphasis on honesty, integrity, and unmatched customer service. Our specialists are highly trained, respectful, and ready to answer your questions. We back every job with a 100% satisfaction guarantee, and we always make it right … right now.

If your pipes are wearing out, call us today to repipe your home the right way.