Repiping Plumbing Services
What’s Involved In A Whole-House Re-Pipe
Repiping a home involves replacing the existing plumbing pipes with new pipes. This is typically done when the existing pipes are old, damaged, or inadequate for the needs of the home. Repiping can be a complex and involved process, and typically involves the following steps:
- The first step is to assess the existing plumbing system and determine the scope of the repiping project. This can involve conducting a visual inspection of the pipes, as well as performing pressure tests and other diagnostic techniques.
- The next step is to plan the repiping project, including the type and size of the new pipes, the layout of the new plumbing system, and any necessary modifications to the home’s structure. The plumber will also need to obtain the necessary permits and approvals from local authorities.
- The third step is to prepare the home for the repiping project. This can involve moving furniture and other items out of the way, protecting floors and walls from damage, and making any necessary structural modifications to the home.
- The fourth step is to begin the repiping work. This can involve removing the old pipes, installing the new pipes, and making any necessary connections and fittings. The plumber will use specialized tools and equipment to complete the work.
- The final step is to test the new plumbing system and ensure that it is functioning properly. The plumber will turn on the water supply and check for any leaks or other issues. Once the system has been tested and approved, the plumber will clean up the work area and restore the home to its original condition.
Repiping a home can be a complex and involved process, but it can provide numerous benefits, such as improved water flow, increased water pressure, and reduced risk of leaks and other plumbing problems.
Different Types Of Plumbing Pipes
PEX, copper, and PVC are all materials that are commonly used in plumbing pipes. PEX, which stands for cross-linked polyethylene, is a flexible plastic material that is often used in residential plumbing systems. PEX pipes are durable, resistant to corrosion and chemicals, and can withstand a wide range of temperatures. They are also easy to install, making them a popular choice for residential plumbing.
Copper pipes are made from copper, a highly durable and corrosion-resistant metal. Copper pipes are often used in residential and commercial plumbing systems, as they are strong and can withstand high water pressures. Copper pipes are also resistant to bacteria, making them a good choice for drinking water systems.
PVC, or polyvinyl chloride, is a type of plastic that is commonly used in plumbing pipes. PVC pipes are lightweight, easy to install, and resistant to corrosion. They are often used in residential plumbing systems, as well as for drainage and waste systems.
In general, each of these materials has its own advantages and disadvantages, and the best choice will depend on the specific needs of the plumbing system. A professional plumber can provide advice and guidance on which type of plumbing pipe is best for your situation.
Our Awesome Reviews…
Clarence L.
January 23, 2024.
They were very responsive and were able to quickly send someone out to take a look at a leak in my ceiling. They offered a free inspection which I greatly appreciated. They gave us a fair quote and fixed the problem that day. They were clear and outlined possible scenarios. Would recommend!
Vinay K.
January 22, 2024.
I called them on a Sunday, Rene was quick to respond and stop by to check the water heater. He was honest about the issue and help me get the water heater replaced. I would definitely call them for any other plumbing issues.
Don G.
December 16, 2023.
Quick service for a drain issue along with practical advice for avoiding future problems.
Kevin N.
November 18, 2023.
These folks are the best. Had a kitchen faucet that was slowly leaking until..it wasn't. I had ordered a new replacement faucet but the leak wasn't that bad yet. Well it got worse last night. Called them this AM thinking "oh we can be there after Thanksgiving." To my pleasant surprise, they had technicians out same day! They arrived on time, were very thorough, communicative and their prices always seem very fair. They did a fantastic job and they are my goto for any plumbing needs.
Brian S.
November 17, 2023.
Came out to do a leak detection test and they were able to locate the leak in the pipe under concrete.
Home builder sent another plumber to fix the issue, and confirmed that the leak was in the exact spot identified by Magnificent's leak detection specialist.
Rich L.
October 5, 2023.
Thanks for responding to my inquiry on short notice and accommodating my schedule. Edgar was great to work with -- professional, polite, and highly skilled. Both of the new faucets are working great!
Robert S.
September 29, 2023.
Magnificent Plumbing was SUPER! Easy to set up an appointment, arrived early, looked at the problem, quoted the job and then completed the work in a few hours. Julio was so warm, calm and professional. I never needed a plumber before, but if I need one again, I will not hesitate to give Julio at Magnificent Plumbing. I am happy!
James S.
August 14, 2023.
I rarely post reviews. But when I do it's because I've found a business that I strongly believe in. Then I tend to get a little carried away. Sorry.
We live in an older home and we have had a number of plumbing issues in recent years. I've tried several plumbers with mixed experiences. Then I happened to call Magnificent Plumbing and my searching has ended.
With Magnificent Plumbing it's once and done. No need for return trips. In my experience, this is a first class business.
If I have a problem, I call. I think I've always had someone come out the same day. I'm told what the problem is, how long it will take to fix it and what it will cost. Soon thereafter the problem is solved. Magnificent plumbing is always reliable and I trust their honesty.
I've been lucky because most of the time Rene shows up. Rene is the best and I'm pretty sure he is the boss. He's also a really great guy. We often have nice conversations while he is repairing away. He also has remarkable diagnostic skills.
A couple of years back Rene out did himself. We had a bad leak in the ceiling in the front hallway after it rained. Naturally I assumed I had a leaky roof. I had a couple of roofing companies come out and without even doing a legitimate inspection they gave me bids to replace my roof.
As it happened, Rene came by at about the the same time to fix a minor plumbing problem. I asked him what he thought about the leak in the hallway ceiling. Next thing I know Rene is in the attic. He returns a good while later to tell me that the roof is not the problem.
Instead he found a nail that contacted a water line in a most inaccessible location and that is what caused the leak. (A couple of years before we had to repipe the house and the men who did the repiping ran the new copper lines through the attic. Unfortunately the nail against the copper line did us in.)
Long story short, Rene and his men, repaired the entire mess right away, including the plumbing fix, new insulation, new sheet rock and new perfectly matched paint. All this at a price that was probably considerably less than it should have been.
I should mention that my leak happened after a rainstorm in 2021 or 2022, not during the winter of 2023, when it REALLY rained! So much for the estimates from the roofing companies! Haven't had a problem since Rene's fix.
Needless to say, I am a big fan of Rene and Magnificent Plumbing!
Three years ago I had a plumber fix a leak under the sink. He surveyed our pipes and stated" all of your old pipes need to be replaced." I called Magnificent Plumbing for a second opinion.Renee, looked at our pipes and said " you're 86% good. . just some small recommendations".Magnificent has been our plumbing service ever since.This company is a gem. Renee and Edgar are skilled and reliable. Problems get fixed. Pricing is fair and reasonable.Good service. Good people.
Rene and crew did a great job with performing a trenchless sewer line replacement with minimal disturbance to the landscaping and no broken concrete. They handled all communication with the city, including permits, and were able to do the work without my involvement. As a courtesy, Sergio hydro-jetted the storm water line to help unclog a drain in the atrium. They provided a lower cost than the competition while also providing great service. They are truly magnificent.
Magnificent Plumbing is awesome! I am a repeat customer. Just today, I received their help to unclog our main sewer line. Earlier this year in Jan, they also fixed a plumbing issue too.I like them for following reasons:--Rene and their team are honest--Reliable--On time--Very responsiveRene is the owner and he's great. Rest of his team who actually do the plumbing work is great too (like Sergio and Edgar).
Very happy with the work Magnificent Plumbing has done for us. They’ve installed new faucets in all of our bathrooms, replaced a toilet and fixed a leak in the kitchen sink. They are easy to reach, come on time and do great work. Definitely recommend.
I manage several homeowners associations and Magnificent Plumbing has provided excellent service and competitive pricing. Managing homeowners association I deal not just with one individual homeowner but with board members and all of the members of the property and I would highly recommend Magnificent Plumbing for your HOA needs or your individual needs.
I have been using Magnificent Plumbers for many years. They are extremely prompt and efficient. All of the plumbers I have worked with have been courteous as well as very knowledgeable. They explained my options and risks and benefits of each. I am disappointed that they have now started charging 3% for credit cards!
I used Magnificent Plumbing for full house copper re-piping.- Professional and responsive from start to end.- Fair and reasonable price for the job.- Quality of work was very good and very clean.- Work was completed as per promised schedule without cutting any corners- Any/all small issues were addressed promptly.- Rene and his team were very good and easy to work with.On the whole, I am very happy with the work and highly recommend Magnificent.I will gladly use Magnificent in the future for any other plumbing work/jobs.Thanks!
Magnificent Plumbing is one of my many vendors whom I can rely on day after day. They have a team of skilled plumbers who can do much more than just plumbing. I have used them for electrical, demolition, restoration, and sheetrock work. I know with Magnificent Plumbing the job will be completed in a timely manner and done right. The crew is responsible and communicate very well with myself and my Maintenace team. I am so happy to have found them.
Great job by the plumber. I was struggling hard to put a new toilet flange as was my fold toilet flange got rusted and then broken. I put a soft material around the PVC pipe and the screws were coming off and they are not holding strong to the basement. Plumber was very professional. Understood the problem and provided the exact solution that was needed for my problem.
The technician from Magnificent plumbing was great. The company came referred from my friend. They set my appointment according to my hectic schedule and, though they were a bit delayed from the time frame they offered, they called and texted to keep me updated. Upon arrival the technician was friendly and professional. He addressed our issue quickly and even checked out another plumbing issue we had in a different bathroom. I will definitely be calling Magnificent Plumbing if I have any other issue and letting my friends know too.
Three years ago I had a plumber fix a leak under the sink. He surveyed our pipes and stated" all of your old pipes need to be replaced." I called Magnificent Plumbing for a second opinion.Renee, looked at our pipes and said " you're 86% good. . just some small recommendations".Magnificent has been our plumbing service ever since.This company is a gem. Renee and Edgar are skilled and reliable. Problems get fixed. Pricing is fair and reasonable.Good service. Good people.
Rene and crew did a great job with performing a trenchless sewer line replacement with minimal disturbance to the landscaping and no broken concrete. They handled all communication with the city, including permits, and were able to do the work without my involvement. As a courtesy, Sergio hydro-jetted the storm water line to help unclog a drain in the atrium. They provided a lower cost than the competition while also providing great service. They are truly magnificent.
Magnificent Plumbing is awesome! I am a repeat customer. Just today, I received their help to unclog our main sewer line. Earlier this year in Jan, they also fixed a plumbing issue too.I like them for following reasons:--Rene and their team are honest--Reliable--On time--Very responsiveRene is the owner and he's great. Rest of his team who actually do the plumbing work is great too (like Sergio and Edgar).
Very happy with the work Magnificent Plumbing has done for us. They’ve installed new faucets in all of our bathrooms, replaced a toilet and fixed a leak in the kitchen sink. They are easy to reach, come on time and do great work. Definitely recommend.
I manage several homeowners associations and Magnificent Plumbing has provided excellent service and competitive pricing. Managing homeowners association I deal not just with one individual homeowner but with board members and all of the members of the property and I would highly recommend Magnificent Plumbing for your HOA needs or your individual needs.
I have been using Magnificent Plumbers for many years. They are extremely prompt and efficient. All of the plumbers I have worked with have been courteous as well as very knowledgeable. They explained my options and risks and benefits of each. I am disappointed that they have now started charging 3% for credit cards!
I used Magnificent Plumbing for full house copper re-piping.- Professional and responsive from start to end.- Fair and reasonable price for the job.- Quality of work was very good and very clean.- Work was completed as per promised schedule without cutting any corners- Any/all small issues were addressed promptly.- Rene and his team were very good and easy to work with.On the whole, I am very happy with the work and highly recommend Magnificent.I will gladly use Magnificent in the future for any other plumbing work/jobs.Thanks!
Magnificent Plumbing is one of my many vendors whom I can rely on day after day. They have a team of skilled plumbers who can do much more than just plumbing. I have used them for electrical, demolition, restoration, and sheetrock work. I know with Magnificent Plumbing the job will be completed in a timely manner and done right. The crew is responsible and communicate very well with myself and my Maintenace team. I am so happy to have found them.
Great job by the plumber. I was struggling hard to put a new toilet flange as was my fold toilet flange got rusted and then broken. I put a soft material around the PVC pipe and the screws were coming off and they are not holding strong to the basement. Plumber was very professional. Understood the problem and provided the exact solution that was needed for my problem.
The technician from Magnificent plumbing was great. The company came referred from my friend. They set my appointment according to my hectic schedule and, though they were a bit delayed from the time frame they offered, they called and texted to keep me updated. Upon arrival the technician was friendly and professional. He addressed our issue quickly and even checked out another plumbing issue we had in a different bathroom. I will definitely be calling Magnificent Plumbing if I have any other issue and letting my friends know too.
About Us
Magnificent Plumbing & Rooter in San Ramon specializes in the residential & commercial repair, installation & replacement of tank & tankless water heaters, toilets, faucets, garbage disposals, water softeners, hot water dispensers, sinks, dishwasher laundry equipment, washing machines, dryers, refrigerators, drain cleaning, repiping, gas lines, sewer lines & plumbing emergencies. Magnificent Plumbing & Rooter offers a wide variety of CPVC and PEX copper repipe including FlowGuard Gold CPVC, CORZAN & PEX. Magnificent Plumbing & Rooter serves the East Bay Area including Albany, Berkeley, Concord, Danville, Dublin, El Cerrito, Lafayette, Livermore, Moraga, Oakland, Orinda, Pleasant Hill, Pleasanton & Walnut Creek.