How long does it take to repipe a house? For most single-family homes, the plumbing work takes one day with PEX. Add the city inspection and drywall patching, and the whole project usually wraps up in about three days. Larger, two-story, or harder-to-access homes take longer. This guide walks through what happens each day, what [...]
By Joe Ludlow, Master Repiper, Integrity Repipe Your shower has been getting weaker for a couple of years, and it dies completely the second somebody starts the dishwasher. Before you spend a dollar fixing it, you need to know whether you have a pressure problem or a flow problem, because they have different causes and [...]
By Joe Ludlow, Master Repiper, Integrity Repipe Inc. CSLB License #C-36-993925. Written and reviewed for South Orange County homeowners. Last updated August 2026. If your water bill jumped and nothing in your house looks wet, you're in the worst phase of a leak: the part where it's doing damage and leaving no evidence. Most homes [...]
The Process Of Repiping A House Repiping a house is crucial when your piping system shows signs of severe damage. But just like any other service, you want a process that solves problems before they happen, and the best way to know that is by learning everything involved in repiping a house. From preparing the [...]
What To Do If You Notice Your Toilet Water Pressure Is Low Clogged pipes or damaged faucets are the first cause of low water pressure, but they are not the only ones. If you don’t resolve these problems immediately, it could cause more damage to your plumbing system. Fortunately, you don't have to wait until [...]
Good plumbing maintenance comes down to two things: keeping the wrong things out of your drains, and catching small leaks and pressure problems before they turn into water damage. Most of it costs nothing and takes a few minutes a month. This is the checklist we'd hand a new homeowner, plus the part most maintenance [...]
The Lifespan Of A Home Plumbing Structure Have you ever wondered how long your plumbing system will last? The answer depends on many factors, such as the type of pipes, the quality of materials, and the maintenance. Plumbing systems are essential to our daily lives. They provide us with water, sewerage, and drainage services. If [...]
Differences Between PEX Pipe Sizes & Their Uses PEX (Polyethylene Terephthalate) pipes are widely used in plumbing systems because they are flexible, durable, and resistant to chemicals. They are also very affordable. There are several types of PEX pipe, each suited for specific applications. Choosing the correct size of PEX pipe is crucial. If you [...]
By Joe Ludlow, Master Repiper, Integrity Repipe Inc. You turned on the tap and the water came out orange. Before you call anybody, there are three checks you can run yourself, and they take about ten minutes. Those ten minutes are worth it because rusty water has three completely different causes, and two of them [...]
Why You Should Consider Repiping Your Home When you’re looking to improve your home’s water quality, almost nothing is more effective than repiping. Water filters may seem like a good solution, but in most cases, they only mask the symptoms of contaminated water without actually fixing the problem. Usually, poor water quality is caused by [...]
