Stop Patching Leaks. Replace the Pipes Causing Them
If you’ve had a second or third leak, or your water pressure keeps dropping, the problem usually isn’t one bad fitting. It’s the pipe itself. Galvanized steel rusts from the inside out. Older copper develops pinhole leaks. Polybutylene, common in homes built from the late 1970s to the mid-1990s, becomes brittle and can fail without warning.
Each repair fixes one spot while the rest of the system keeps aging. A whole house repipe replaces every water supply line at once, so you stop paying for repeat service calls and stop worrying about the next leak.
All Hours Plumber repipes homes and businesses across Tampa Bay with Uponor AquaPEX, a flexible PEX-A pipe that resists corrosion and mineral scale, including a 15 year materials and workmanship warranty. Our licensed plumbers (CFC 1431544) handle the full job, from the permit and Notice of Commencement (NOC) to the final municipal inspection.
8 Signs Your Home Needs a Repipe
- Rusty or discolored water. Brown or yellow water, especially first thing in the morning, points to corroding galvanized pipe.
- Low water pressure. Mineral buildup narrows old pipes until fixtures barely run.
- Repeat leaks. Two or more leaks in a year usually means the whole system is failing.
- Slab leaks. Warm spots on the floor, a running water meter or a sudden jump in your water bill.
- Galvanized or copper lines older than 40 years. Both are past their expected service life.
- Polybutylene pipe. Gray plastic supply lines, common in homes built from the late 1970s to the mid-1990s.
- Visible corrosion. Green or white crust on copper, or rust and flaking on exposed steel pipe.
- Damp walls, floors or ceilings. Hidden leaks show up as stains, soft drywall or a musty smell.
Why Tampa Bay Homeowners Choose to Repipe
Homeowners Insurance
Florida insurers look closely at plumbing on a 4-point inspection. Homes with polybutylene or aging galvanized supply lines can face higher premiums, required repairs or trouble getting coverage. After your repipe, we can provide a copy of the permit, NOC, final inspection and a written summary of the repipe for your insurance agent or inspector.
Slab Leaks
Most Tampa Bay homes are built on a concrete slab, so a leaking line under the floor means jackhammering to access the leak and flooring repairs. When we repipe, we run new lines through the attic and walls instead, so your future water lines aren’t buried under concrete.
Aging Housing Stock
Older neighborhoods like South Tampa, Seminole Heights and Temple Terrace still have many homes with original galvanized pipe. Many 1980s and 1990s subdivisions were built with polybutylene. If your home falls into either group, an inspection is worth scheduling before a leak forces the decision.
Selling or Buying a Home
Original galvanized or polybutylene plumbing often comes up in home inspections. Repiping before you list can improve buyer confidence; repiping after you buy protects your investment.
What to Expect During Your Repipe
- In-home assessment. Our plumber will inspect your pipes, checks water pressure and walks through the home with you. You get a written, flat-rate estimate with no surprises.
- Permit and scheduling. We pull the plumbing permits, file the NOC and book a start date that works for you.
- Protect your home. Our team covers floors, furniture and fixtures before any work starts.
- Run the new lines. We make small, targeted openings in walls and ceilings and route new PEX lines through the attic and walls. Your water is off only during working hours, and back on every evening.
- Pressure test and inspection. We pressure-test the new system, then your municipality’s inspector signs off.
- Clean up. Our plumbers clean up the work areas before we leave.
Most homes are done in 1-3 days, depending on the home’s layout, size, and number of bathrooms.
Why Uponor AquaPEX
| Feature | Uponor PEX-A | Copper | CPVC |
|---|---|---|---|
| Corrosion and pinhole leaks | Won't corrode | Can pit over time | Won't corrode |
| Fittings needed | Fewest; bends around corners | Many soldered joints | Many glued joints |
| Becomes brittle with age | No | No | Can, especially in hot attics |
| Install time and disruption | Fastest, smallest wall openings | Slowest | Moderate |
| Cost | Lower | Highest | Lowest |
How Much Does a Whole House Repipe Cost in the Tampa Bay Area?
Most Tampa Bay repipes All Hours Plumber completes cost between $5,000 and $12,000. Every home is different, so we give you a written, flat-rate price after we see the job. The main factors are:
- Number of bathrooms and fixtures. More fixtures means more lines to run.
- Home size and layout. Square footage, one story vs. two, and attic access.
- Wall and ceiling access. Finished ceilings, tile walls, and cabinets add time, because we have to work carefully around them to reach the pipes.
- Scope. Whole house repipe, or a partial repipe of the worst sections.
- Extras. Adding shutoff valves, upgrading the water heater connection or replacing the main line from the meter.
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Tampa Bay Repipe FAQ
How long does a whole house repipe take?
Most homes take 1-3 days. Larger or two-story homes can take longer. We’ll give you a timeline with your estimate.
Do I need to move out during a repipe?
Do you pull permits?
Yes. Every repipe is code compliant and includes the plumbing permit and the final municipal inspection.
How long does PEX pipe last?
PEX-A is designed for decades of service and doesn’t corrode or develop pinhole leaks the way metal pipe can. Your new system is backed by our 15 year material and workmanship warranty.
Can a repipe help with my homeowners insurance?
Should I repair the leak or repipe the whole house?
Do you repipe condos and commercial buildings?
Yes. All Hours Plumber repipes single-family homes, condos, townhomes and commercial properties across the Tampa Bay area.
What Cities and Neighborhoods Does All Hours Plumber Serve?
- Tampa
- St. Petersburg
- Clearwater
- Wesley Chapel
- Odessa
- Lutz
- Westchase
- Town 'n' Country
- Carrollwood
- Citrus Park
- Seminole Heights
- Temple Terrace
- South Tampa
- Davis Islands
- Oldsmar
- Safety Harbor
- Dunedin
- Largo
Ready to Stop Worrying About Your Pipes?
Do you need professional water repiping in your Tampa Bay Area home? All Hours Plumber is here to help.
Call All Hours Plumber at (813) 774-1199 or request service online for a repipe consultation and estimate in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Clearwater, Carrollwood, Wesley Chapel, and the surrounding Tampa Bay communities.
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