Repipes
Replacing old or failing supply lines, planned to minimize disruption to your home.
Repipes: an overview
When a home has had leak after leak, low pressure or discolored water, the problem may not be one bad fitting but the pipe itself. Repiping replaces the water supply lines, either throughout the home or in the sections that are failing.
A repipe is a bigger project, so planning matters. We evaluate the existing material and condition, map out the new routing, and explain how we’ll access walls and ceilings and what patching will be needed. We also plan how long your water will be off.
We’ll be straightforward about whether you need a full repipe, a partial one or just targeted repairs. The recommendation depends on what we find, not on selling the largest job.
What’s included
What this work typically covers. Your scope depends on your home and equipment.
Evaluation
Pipe material, condition and leak history.
Whole-home repipes
Replacing supply lines throughout the home.
Partial repipes
Replacing failing sections only.
Routing plan
Planned access to limit openings.
Valves and connections
New shut-offs and fixture connections.
Testing
Pressure testing before walls are closed.
When a repipe is worth discussing
- Repeated leaks in different places
- Low pressure throughout the home
- Discolored water from the tap
- Aging pipe materials known to fail
- Planning a major remodel
Why homeowners call Kelm for repipes
Third-generation master plumber
Clint Kelm follows his father and grandfather into the trade and is Responsible Master Plumber (RMPL #41051).
Gas work covered
Clint also holds an RRC LP-Gas plumber exemption for propane work.
Family business, 50+ years
Kelm Home Services has served the area as a family business for more than 50 years.
More than plumbing
Electrical, generators and construction are handled by the Kelm family of services when your project needs them.
How it works
From your first call to a finished, tested job.
Call
Tell us about the leaks or pressure issues.
Evaluate
We inspect the system and explain what we find.
Plan
Routing, access and water-off schedule.
Repipe
New lines installed and connected.
Test and restore
Pressure test, then service restored.
Repipes FAQ
Common questions about this service.
How long does a repipe take?
It depends on the size of the home and access. We’ll give you a realistic schedule.
Will I have water during the job?
Water is off during parts of the work. We plan to minimize the downtime.
Who patches the drywall?
We’ll explain how access openings are handled; patching can be coordinated with Kelm Construction.
Do I need a full repipe?
Not always. Sometimes a partial repipe or targeted repair is enough.
Get an estimate for repipes
Tell us about your home and the work you need. We’ll follow up by your preferred method.
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