Serving Irvine, CA · CSLB #1087885

Whole House Repiping
in Irvine, CA

PEX & Copper Repipe Specialists Serving Irvine Homeowners

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CSLB #1087885 C-36 Licensed Fully Insured Permit Included Same-Week Scheduling ★★★★★ Rated
4+
Repipes in Irvine
$16,506
Avg Job Value
1–2
Day Completion
25yr
PEX Warranty
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Why Irvine Homeowners Repipe

Many Irvine homes — especially those in Woodbridge, Northwood, and University Park built during the 1970s–1990s — still carry original galvanized steel or aging copper pipes. These materials corrode from the inside out, and most homeowners don't notice until pressure drops or rust-colored water appears at the tap. Irvine Ranch Water District water, while well-treated, carries mineral content that shortens galvanized pipe lifespan significantly. Repipe OC has completed Irvine repipes averaging $16,506 — among the highest in Orange County, reflecting the size and quality of homes here.

Water district: Irvine Ranch Water District · Neighborhoods served: Woodbridge, Northwood, University Park, Turtle Rock, Quail Hill

🔴Rusty or discolored water
🔴Low water pressure throughout
🔴Recurring leaks or repairs
🔴Pipes 30+ years old
🔴Home sale or refinance coming
🔴Galvanized steel plumbing

Repipe Services in Irvine

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PEX Repipe
Flexible, freeze-resistant, 25-year manufacturer warranty. Our most popular choice for Irvine homes. Approved by local building departments.
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Copper Repipe
Premium longevity and proven track record. Increases home resale value. Ideal for Irvine homeowners who want the traditional option.
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Water Line Replacement
Main water line from the city meter to your home. Common need in older Irvine tracts. Full permit and inspection included.

Drain Repipe & Gas Repipe in Irvine

We don't just repipe water lines in Irvine — we also handle drain repipes and gas repipes for homes throughout the area. Aging cast iron drain lines in older Irvine neighborhoods develop root intrusion, belly sags, and internal corrosion that causes slow drains and sewage backups. Corroded or undersized gas lines pose a serious safety risk and often need full replacement when upgrading to modern appliances.

When you bundle your Irvine drain repipe or gas repipe with a whole-house water repipe, you save significantly on labor — our crew is already on-site with walls open and permits pulled. Many Irvine homeowners choose to replace all three systems at once and get their entire plumbing infrastructure upgraded in a single project.

Irvine Leak Detection — Free with Repairs

Repipe OC offers free leak detection in Irvine when you hire us for the repair. That means if we find the leak, and you give us the repair work, we waive the leak detection fee entirely. Our technicians use electronic leak detection equipment and thermal imaging to pinpoint water leaks and gas leaks in Irvine homes without tearing into walls unnecessarily.

Gas leak detection in Irvine is critical for your family's safety. If you smell gas or suspect a leak in your gas lines, call us immediately at (949) 524-2362. We'll locate the leak and recommend either a spot repair or a full Irvine gas repipe depending on the condition of your lines.

Sewer Camera Inspection in Irvine

Before recommending a drain repipe, we run an HD sewer camera inspection through your Irvine home's drain lines so you can see exactly what's happening underground. This shows root intrusion, pipe collapse, bellies, and corrosion in real time on a monitor. Many Irvine homes built before 1990 still have original cast iron drains that are well past their lifespan — a camera inspection confirms whether a full drain repipe is needed or if a spot repair will solve the issue. No guesswork, no upselling — just the facts on screen.

Irvine Tankless Water Heater Upgrades

The best time to upgrade to a tankless water heater in Irvine is during your repipe. Why? Because the gas line and water lines are already exposed — we can run properly sized lines to your new tankless unit without any additional demolition. Irvine homeowners who bundle a tankless water heater installation with their repipe save hundreds on labor compared to doing it as a separate project.

Tankless water heaters deliver unlimited hot water on demand, reduce energy bills by up to 34%, and last 20+ years. Most Irvine gas and electric utilities offer substantial rebates that can offset a significant portion of the upgrade cost. Ask us about current Irvine tankless water heater rebates when you schedule your free estimate.

Tankless water heater installation in Irvine, CA — Repipe OC 2026

Irvine Fixture Upgrades — Discounted During Your Repipe

Why pay for a plumber twice? When our crew is already in your Irvine home for a repipe, we offer discounted rates on fixture upgrades because the walls are open and the water is already off. This is the smartest time to upgrade everything at once — new fixtures on new pipes means zero future compatibility issues.

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Shower Valves
Replace old Irvine shower valves with modern pressure-balanced units during your repipe. Discounted labor — we're already in the wall.
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Faucet Installs
Kitchen and bathroom faucet installations at reduced rates for Irvine repipe customers. New pipes deserve new faucets.
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Toilet Installs
Toilet installation included with your Irvine repipe. Upgrade to water-saving models while we're already on-site.
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Ice Maker Boxes
Proper ice maker box installation for your Irvine kitchen refrigerator. Eliminates the risk of water damage from loose connections.
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Laundry Boxes
Recessed laundry boxes with shut-off valves for your Irvine home. Required by code and prevents washer flooding.
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Hose Bibbs
Replace corroded outdoor hose bibbs with frost-proof models during your Irvine repipe. New PEX lines run right to the exterior.

Our Irvine Repipe Process

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Free Estimate
We visit your Irvine home, inspect the plumbing, and give you a firm quote. No surprises.
02
Schedule Job
Most Irvine jobs scheduled within the same week.
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1–2 Day Install
Our crew works clean and fast. You stay in your home throughout.
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Inspection Passed
We pull the permit and pass the city inspection. Done.

Repiping in Irvine — FAQ

How long does a repipe take in Irvine? +
Single-story homes complete in one day. Two-story Woodbridge and Northwood homes typically take two days including drywall patch.
Does Irvine require a permit? +
Yes. Repipe OC handles the permit and coordinates the City of Irvine building inspection — fully included in your price.
What pipe material is best for Irvine water? +
PEX is our top recommendation. Irvine Ranch Water District water handles well with PEX and it carries a 25-year manufacturer warranty.
How much does a repipe cost in Irvine? +
Irvine repipes average $16,506. Most homes range $9,500–$22,000. Firm written quote — no surprises.
Do you offer free leak detection in Irvine? +
Yes. Repipe OC offers free leak detection in Irvine when you hire us for the repair work. If we find the leak and you authorize the repair, we waive the leak detection fee entirely. This applies to both water leak detection and gas leak detection in Irvine.
Can I upgrade fixtures during my Irvine repipe? +
Absolutely. During your Irvine repipe, we offer discounted rates on fixture upgrades including faucet installs, shower valve replacements, toilet installations, ice maker boxes, laundry boxes, and hose bibbs. Since the walls are already open and water is off, the labor cost is significantly lower than scheduling a separate visit.
Do you install tankless water heaters in Irvine? +
Yes. The best time to install a tankless water heater in Irvine is during your repipe — the gas and water lines are already exposed, so we can run properly sized lines to your new unit without additional demolition. Most Irvine utility companies offer substantial rebates on tankless installations.
Do you do drain repipes and gas repipes in Irvine? +
Yes. In addition to water line repipes, we handle complete drain repipes and gas repipes in Irvine. Aging cast iron drain lines and corroded gas lines are common in older Irvine homes. Bundle all three with your water repipe for maximum savings.
Do you offer sewer camera inspection in Irvine? +
Yes. We use HD sewer cameras to inspect drain lines in Irvine homes before recommending any drain repipe work. You see the footage in real time — root intrusion, pipe collapse, bellies, and corrosion — so you can make an informed decision. No guesswork.

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Nearby Repipe Service Areas

Repipe OC provides whole-house repiping, drain repipes, gas repipes, leak detection, tankless water heater upgrades, and fixture installations throughout South Orange County. Click below for repipe services in a city near Irvine.

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