Some homes in Fruitland Park are still running on galvanized steel pipe that was installed decades ago. Others have polybutylene, a gray plastic widely used before builders moved away from it. Either way, the result is often the same: rusty water, low pressure and leaks that seem to pop up in a new spot every few months. K&K Plumbing provides whole house repipe Fruitland Park FL homeowners can plan with confidence, and the process is more manageable than many people expect.
Is it time?
Repiping is a significant investment, so it should be based on clear evidence. Here are the signs we look for:
- Brown or orange water, especially first thing in the morning
- Weak pressure throughout the house, not just at one faucet
- Multiple leaks over a short period
- Visible corrosion at fittings, the water heater or under sinks
- Gray plastic pipe stamped “PB” or connected with crimp rings
- Home inspection or insurance concerns about the pipe material
If you are seeing more than one of these, an inspection will tell you whether a full or partial repipe makes sense. Our article on older pipe materials can help you identify what you have.
Our repipe process, step by step
1. Free in-home assessment
We look at the visible plumbing, check water pressure, identify the pipe materials and talk with you about the problems you have noticed. Then we explain whether a whole-house or partial repipe is the right fit.
2. Written scope and upfront price
You receive a clear description of what will be replaced, the material we recommend, the expected timeline and the price. Nothing begins until you approve it.
3. Prep and protection
On day one, we cover floors and furniture near the work areas and plan access points. Keeping your home clean is part of the job, not an afterthought.
4. Running the new lines
New supply lines are routed through the attic and walls. Your existing system often stays in service during this phase, so you still have water most of the time.
5. Cut-over and testing
Each fixture is connected to the new system. Then the whole system is pressure-tested to confirm every joint is tight before the old pipes are taken out of service.
6. Patching and cleanup
Access openings are patched and the work areas cleaned. We walk through the house with you to confirm everything works as it should.
PEX or copper?
PEX is a flexible plastic tubing that resists corrosion and mineral scale, needs fewer fittings and handles the occasional freeze better than rigid pipe. It is our most common recommendation for Central Florida homes. Our post on installing a PEX plumbing system explains more.
Copper is rigid, long-lasting and familiar. It remains a solid choice, particularly for exposed runs and certain layouts.
We will recommend what suits your home and budget and explain why.
Living at home during the work
Most families stay put during a repipe. Plan for some noise during working hours and for water to be off at times during the day. Keep pets secured, and clear access to the attic hatch and the areas under sinks before we arrive. Once the job is done, you will have plumbing that should serve the home for many years.
A repipe is also a chance to reroute supply lines out from under the slab, reducing the chance of future slab leaks in Fruitland Park. Learn more on our repiping services page, see how we approach older homes in Leesburg, or visit the Fruitland Park plumbing page.
Ready to stop patching old pipes? Call or text 352-810-9472 to set up a free repipe assessment at your Fruitland Park home.