Many houses built before 1920 were built with galvanized steel pipes, which are in bad shape today. If your pipes are corroding, it causes water problems and plumbing problems. At Fischer Plumbing & HVAC, we’ve been helping the residents of Greece, NY for years with repiping services and we can help you too. Call us today for an appointment.
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Why Repipe?
If a leak occurs in a small section of your home’s pipe, it’s easy to fix. However, if the whole system is collapsing, it’s more difficult to stay on top of the many plumbing problems you’ll have. If your pipes are old, it may be time for a repipe. Here are signs it’s right for you.
- Age: If your home is over 50 years old, the pipes may be failing now. Getting a repipe means your plumbing is solid well into the future.
- Low Water Pressure: Is your water pressure as high as it used to be? If not, it could be because of corroding pipes. Repiping restores water pressure to normal levels.
- Discolored Water: If your water is brown or murky, it could be due to rusting pipes. A repipe solves this problem.
How Long Does a Whole Home Repipe Take?
Repiping a home is a complex job. It’s taking all of your old steel and lead pipes and replacing them with modern, durable materials like plastic. All homes are different, but an average repiping job takes one or two days. Call your local repipe contractor and ask for a consultation.
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Best Materials for Repiping a Home
Builders made older homes with lead and steel pipes. Today, your plumber has a variety of options when repiping your home. The materials used today are durable, and made to last for many years. Here are a few options your plumber has.
- PEX plastic
- CPVC pipe
- Copper
Call Fischer Plumbing & HVAC today and find out what options are best for your home.
