North South Carolina Plumbing
How much does whole house repiping cost in Raleigh, NC?
Published local ranges for a polybutylene to PEX repipe run from about $3,500 to $12,000, driven by square footage, number of bathrooms and wall access.
Raleigh sits on red clay, and clay is hard on pipes, hard on trenches and hard on repair budgets.
Raleigh, Cary and Apex have many subdivisions built between the late 1970s and mid 1990s, the era when polybutylene supply pipe was widely used. A published local range for a polybutylene to PEX repipe is about $3,500 to $12,000, driven by square footage, bathroom count and wall access. We inspect first and quote in writing.
Signs you need whole house repiping in Raleigh
- Grey or blue plastic supply lines in the crawl space, attic or near the water heater
- Low water pressure that keeps getting worse
- Brown or discolored water
- Repeated pinhole leaks
- Home inspection that flagged polybutylene or galvanized pipe
How we handle it
- Inspect and map the existing supply system.
- Choose PEX or copper based on budget and house layout.
- Phase the work to keep the house livable, typically in one to a few days.
- Pressure test, patch access holes and walk you through the new shutoffs.
What it costs in Raleigh
Published local ranges for a polybutylene to PEX repipe run from about $3,500 to $12,000, driven by square footage, number of bathrooms and wall access.
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Areas we work in Raleigh
We work around Downtown Raleigh, Five Points, Oakwood, Cameron Village, Glenwood South, North Hills, Falls Lake, North Carolina State University.
ZIP codes we serve in Raleigh
27601, 27602, 27603, 27604, 27605, 27606, 27607, 27608, 27609, 27610, 27611, 27612, 27613, 27614, 27615, 27616, 27617, 27619, 27620, 27622, 27623, 27624, 27625, 27626, 27627, 27628, 27629, 27634, 27635, 27636, 27640, 27650, 27656, 27658, 27661, 27668, 27675, 27676, 27690, 27695, 27697, 27698, 27699
Need whole house repiping in Raleigh?
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does whole house repiping cost in Raleigh?
Published local ranges for a polybutylene to PEX repipe run from about $3,500 to $12,000, driven by square footage, number of bathrooms and wall access.
Do you provide whole house repiping in Raleigh, NC?
Yes. We serve Raleigh and nearby parts of Wake County. Call (980) 352 5155 for an arrival window and a written price before work starts.
How fast can you get to Raleigh?
Arrival depends on your location and call volume. Call for an arrival window. Our dispatch promise is: we confirm an arrival window by phone before anyone is dispatched.
Do I need a permit in Wake County?
Many jobs such as water heater replacement, repiping, sewer work and gas work need a permit. The local building department sets the rules, and we handle permits as part of the work.
How do I know if I have polybutylene?
Look for grey or blue flexible plastic pipe near the water heater, the main shutoff or in a crawl space. Markings may include PB.
PEX or copper?
PEX is faster and less expensive and handles minor freezing better. Copper lasts a long time and some owners prefer it. We price both.