Short answer
Repiping replaces a home's water supply lines, usually with PEX or copper, when old galvanized pipe is clogged with scale or copper keeps springing pinhole and slab leaks. Most homes are repiped in a few days with the water back on each night. Call (857) 201-2772 to talk through the scope and get a written quote.
By Prime Plumber Phoenix team · Updated
Whole-house repiping in Phoenix and across Arizona
When a house has had more than one pinhole or slab leak, or still runs on galvanized or polybutylene lines, patching each leak gets expensive. Repiping replaces the supply lines, usually with PEX run through the attic and walls, so the house stops leaking from the same tired pipe.
We take whole-house repiping calls in Phoenix and in cities across Arizona, from Mesa, Chandler and Scottsdale to Tucson, Flagstaff and Yuma. The quickest way to start is to call (857) 201-2772 and describe what you are seeing. A person answers and talks you through what to do right away, and you get a written quote before any work starts.
What are the signs you need whole-house repiping?
- More than one slab leak or pinhole leak in a few years
- Galvanized steel lines with low pressure or rusty water
- Polybutylene (gray plastic) supply lines
- Blue-green spots on copper or recurring copper pinholes
- Remodels that open walls anyway
If more than one of these sounds familiar, do not wait for it to get worse. Water damage, mold and higher bills grow quickly, and small repairs often turn into large ones when they are put off. If water is actively leaking, close the main shutoff valve first, then call.
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Call (857) 201-2772How do we approach whole-house repiping?
- Inspect current lines and confirm materials and fixture count
- Plan the route, usually overhead through the attic in single-story homes
- Replace supply lines and stop valves, then pressure test
- Patch access holes or coordinate drywall repair
We look for the cause, not just the symptom, and we explain what we find in plain language. If there is more than one reasonable way to fix it, we tell you the trade-offs (cost now versus cost later, disruption, and how long each option is likely to last) so you can choose.
What affects the price of whole-house repiping?
- Number of bathrooms and fixtures
- Single-story versus two-story
- Pipe material chosen (PEX or copper)
- Drywall and finish repair
| Question | Short answer |
|---|---|
| Most common sign | More than one slab leak or pinhole leak in a few years |
| First step on site | Inspect current lines and confirm materials and fixture count |
| What changes the price | Number of bathrooms and fixtures; Single-story versus two-story; Pipe material chosen (PEX or copper); Drywall and finish repair |
| How to start | Call (857) 201-2772 for a diagnosis and a written quote |
We do not quote a number without knowing the job, but we can explain these factors on the phone and narrow the range. For water heaters, try the water heater replacement cost calculator for a typical installed range based on published national data. Then call (857) 201-2772 for an exact quote.
Why do Arizona conditions matter for whole-house repiping?
Hard water and slab contact shorten copper life in much of the Valley, and many 1980s and 1990s Arizona homes have polybutylene. Attic runs in desert heat need proper insulation and routing.
Arizona water is hard almost everywhere, from Phoenix to Tucson and Yuma. Utilities such as Phoenix Water Services publish yearly water quality reports showing what is in your supply, and the Central Arizona Project delivers Colorado River water to much of central and southern Arizona. That mineral load is behind a lot of early water heater failures, crusted fixtures and narrowed drains. Low-desert heat is hard on garage and attic plumbing, while high-country cities face winter freezes.
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Call (857) 201-2772What should you check before you hire a plumber?
In Arizona, the Registrar of Contractors oversees contractor licensing. Use the Arizona Registrar of Contractors contractor search to check any plumber's license status and complaint history before you hire. Ask for a written scope and price, ask what permits the job needs in your city, and keep the paperwork. Permits for major work such as repipes, sewer replacements and water heater changes are handled by your city or county building department.
Where do we offer whole-house repiping in the Phoenix metro?
Most of our whole-house repiping calls come from the Valley. In Phoenix that means everything from 1950s block homes in Maryvale and Arcadia to newer houses in Ahwatukee and North Phoenix. In the East Valley we cover Mesa, Gilbert, Tempe and Queen Creek. On the west side we cover Glendale, Peoria, Surprise, Avondale, Goodyear and the retirement communities of Sun City and Sun City West. Each city page covers local water supply, housing age and official resources.
Outside the Valley, we take whole-house repiping calls from Tucson, Marana and Oro Valley in Pima County, from high-country Flagstaff, Prescott and Prescott Valley, and from river and border cities including Lake Havasu City, Bullhead City, Yuma and San Luis. Call (857) 201-2772 and we will tell you what scheduling looks like at your address.
What should you do before the plumber arrives?
- Find the main water shutoff, usually in a box near the street or on an outside wall, and know how to close it.
- If a water heater is involved, turn the gas valve to pilot or off, or switch off its breaker.
- Move valuables and rugs away from any leak, and take photos for your records or insurer.
- Clear access to the area: under the sink, the water heater closet, the yard cleanout or the attic hatch.
- Write down when the problem started and anything that changed, such as a new appliance, a recent freeze or a monsoon storm.
These steps limit damage and make the visit faster. When you call (857) 201-2772, we will tell you which of them matter most for your situation.
Which related services might you need?
Plumbing problems overlap. A clog can point to a sewer line problem, and a slab leak can lead to a repipe. Related pages: Emergency Plumbing, Drain Cleaning, Water Heater Repair, Slab Leak Repair, Sewer Line Repair, Water Filtration. See all plumbing services or browse Arizona cities we serve.
Where can you get whole-house repiping in Arizona?
Each city has its own page for whole-house repiping with local water, housing and climate details: Phoenix, Mesa, Glendale, Scottsdale, Gilbert, Tempe, Surprise, Chandler, Peoria, Avondale, Tucson, Goodyear, Buckeye, Yuma, Queen Creek, Flagstaff, Maricopa, Casa Grande, Marana, Lake Havasu City, Prescott Valley, Oro Valley, Prescott, Sierra Vista, Apache Junction, Bullhead City, San Luis.
Frequently asked questions
How long does a repipe take?
Many single-family homes take a few days. The house is usually without water only during part of each day.
PEX or copper?
PEX is the most common choice today for cost and speed. Copper is an option where preferred. We can talk through both.
Do I need a permit?
Many Arizona cities require a permit for a repipe. We confirm requirements for your city.
Do you offer whole-house repiping outside Phoenix?
Yes. We take calls from cities across Arizona, including Mesa, Chandler, Glendale, Tucson, Flagstaff and Yuma. Call (857) 201-2772 with your address and we will confirm scheduling and next steps.
Will I get a price before work starts?
Yes. After the diagnosis you get a written quote with the scope and price, and no work starts until you approve it. If we find something else during the job, we stop and talk to you before going further.
How do I verify a plumber in Arizona?
Use the Arizona Registrar of Contractors contractor search to check license status and complaint history. Ask for a written scope and price, and ask whether the job needs a city permit.