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How Do I Know When I Should Repipe My House?
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Whole-home repiping can be a big decision. When you’re trying to decide whether to repipe your entire home or just make repairs, there are a few things that can help you to decide.
The most important things are safety and reliability. Repiping your entire home will cost you more than a simple pipe repair, but it may be necessary if your home was built with unsafe materials or if they’re coming to the end of their lifespan.
Here are some other factors to keep in mind:
What Materials Are Your Pipes Made Of?
Before you make a decision about whole-home repiping, it’s important to determine:
- When your home was built
- The material your pipes are made of
- When your pipes were last replaced
Once you have that information, you can look at the lifespan of your pipes based on the materials used.
Here are some of the most common materials used for piping, along with a brief glimpse into how long they usually last:
- Brass: 70 years or more
- Galvanized Steel: 50 years
- Brass: 70 years or more
- Iron: 100 years or more
- PVC: 40 years
- Lead: 100 years
Based on the lifespan of your materials, you may need a full replacement or you may only need repairs. It’s important not to ignore the age of your pipes as they may seem like they’re working fine, but if they are reaching the end of their lifespan, it might be better to prepare for replacement before they fail completely.
Warning Signs That You Might Need Replacements
When it’s time to replace your pipes, you may start to see issues with your bathroom plumbing. Here are some of the things you may notice when you need new pipes throughout your home:
- Leaky or discolored pipes, especially if they occur in multiple places
- Stains along your pipes or on the walls near your pipes
- Flaking or dimpling
If you notice any of these signs, especially leaks, you may need to replace your pipes.
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