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You stop wondering if today’s the day your pipes burst while you’re at work. You stop worrying about insurance companies dropping your coverage or charging double because of recalled plumbing. You can actually sell your home without a buyer walking away after the inspection.
Kitec pipe repair in Foothill Farms isn’t just about swapping out bad pipes. It’s about getting your home back to a place where the plumbing works, your insurance company isn’t penalizing you, and you’re not gambling with tens of thousands in water damage every time you leave the house.
The brass fittings in Kitec systems contain high zinc levels that break down when exposed to moisture. That’s called dezincification, and it creates blockages that lead to bursts. The pipes themselves can only handle 180 degrees, but your water heater can exceed that. So you’re dealing with a system that’s failing from the inside out and can’t handle normal operating temperatures.
We replace the problem completely. Copper or PEX systems that actually last. No more recalls. No more insurance headaches. Just plumbing that works the way it should.
We know the homes in Foothill Farms because we’ve been working in them for years. We know which neighborhoods were built during the Kitec installation window. We know what it looks like when a homeowner opens a water bill that’s doubled because of a slow leak they can’t see.
We’re licensed, insured, and we show up when we say we will. Our pricing is transparent before we start, and we don’t add surprise charges after the fact. Some of our customers have paid less than the original estimate because we don’t inflate numbers to cover mistakes.
You’ll find us on Google with a 4.7 rating from 93 reviews. People mention that we’re on time, professional, and that we explain what’s actually wrong instead of upselling services they don’t need. That’s how we operate.
First, we inspect your entire system to identify every section of Kitec plumbing in your home. That includes supply lines, fittings, and connections to your water heater. You need to know the full scope before anyone starts cutting into walls.
Then we give you an upfront price for the complete job. Not an estimate that changes halfway through. You’ll know what it costs to replace everything with copper or PEX, and you’ll know how long it takes. Most full-home Kitec replacements in Foothill Farms run between $6,000 and $8,000, but that depends on your home’s size and layout.
We remove all the Kitec components and install a new system that meets current code. We’re not patching problem areas and hoping the rest holds up. We’re removing the liability completely. After installation, we test everything, check for leaks, and make sure your water pressure is where it should be.
You get documentation of the work for your insurance company and future buyers. That’s the part people forget about until they’re trying to sell and the buyer’s lender won’t approve the loan because of recalled plumbing.
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We handle the full scope of Kitec plumbing problems in Foothill Farms homes. That means supply line replacement, water heater connections, fixture tie-ins, and all the fittings that are actively breaking down in your walls right now.
Foothill Farms has around 38,000 residents, and a large percentage of homes here were built during the exact years Kitec was being installed across Sacramento County. That’s not a coincidence. Builders used it because it was cheaper and faster to install than copper. Now those homes are dealing with the consequences.
If you’re seeing higher water bills, low pressure, or discolored water, that’s often a sign that Kitec fittings are clogging from zinc oxide buildup. If you’re seeing actual leaks, you’re already in the failure stage. Some homeowners in Foothill Farms have come home to flooded houses after being gone for a few days. The damage can run $20,000 to $40,000 when you factor in drywall, flooring, and furniture replacement.
Insurance companies know this. That’s why some won’t cover Kitec homes at all, and others will charge higher premiums or require massive deductibles. Mortgage lenders are the same way. They don’t want to finance a home with a plumbing system that’s already been recalled and settled for $125 million.
Check your water heater connections, under sinks, and anywhere you can see exposed plumbing. Kitec pipes are usually orange or blue, and the fittings are brass-colored. You’ll often see the brand name stamped on the pipe itself.
If your home was built between 1995 and 2007 in Foothill Farms, there’s a strong chance you have it. That’s the exact window when Kitec was being installed across Sacramento County. A good home inspector will spot it immediately during a standard inspection.
If you’re not sure, we can come out and do a full assessment. We’ll check your entire system and tell you exactly what you’re dealing with. No charge for the inspection if we end up doing the work.
Full Kitec replacement typically runs between $6,000 and $8,000 for an average-sized home in Foothill Farms. That covers removing all the Kitec components and installing a new copper or PEX system that meets current code.
The cost depends on how much Kitec is in your home, how accessible it is, and whether we need to open walls to reach it. Larger homes or homes with complex layouts can cost more. We give you an exact price before we start, so you’re not guessing.
Some companies will offer to patch problem areas or replace only the sections that are leaking. That’s a short-term fix. The rest of the system is still breaking down, and you’ll be calling someone back in a year or two to finish the job. We replace it all so you’re done with the problem.
You can, but you’re just delaying the inevitable. Kitec doesn’t fail in one spot and then stop. The entire system is breaking down at the same rate because it’s all the same age and made from the same defective materials.
If one section is leaking today, another section will leak next month or next year. The brass fittings are dezincifying throughout your whole system, and the pipes are degrading from heat exposure. Patching one leak doesn’t fix the underlying problem.
Insurance companies and mortgage lenders know this too. Even if you repair the active leaks, you still have Kitec in your home, which means you’re still dealing with coverage issues and resale problems. The only way to actually solve it is to remove all of it and install a system that isn’t recalled.
Some insurance companies won’t cover damage from recalled products like Kitec. Others will cover the water damage but not the cost of replacing the plumbing itself. You’ll need to check your specific policy.
Even if your insurer does cover it, you’re likely looking at a high deductible and increased premiums after you file a claim. Some homeowners in Foothill Farms have paid $5,000 to $10,000 out of pocket even with insurance because of deductibles and coverage limits.
The bigger issue is that many insurers are now refusing to cover homes with Kitec at all, or they’re charging significantly higher premiums because of the liability. If you’re trying to get new coverage or renew your policy, having Kitec in your home can be a deal-breaker. Replacing it removes that problem entirely.
Most full Kitec replacements take two to four days depending on the size of your home and how much plumbing needs to be replaced. We’re not just swapping out visible pipes. We’re removing everything behind walls, under floors, and in your attic.
We’ll need to cut into drywall in some areas to access the plumbing. We patch and repair those sections after the new pipes are installed, but you may need to repaint. We try to minimize the disruption, but this isn’t a quick patch job.
You’ll be without water during parts of the work, but we coordinate with you so it’s not a surprise. Most homeowners in Foothill Farms schedule the work when they can stay somewhere else for a few days, or we break it into phases so you’re not completely without water for the entire job.
You’re gambling with a system that’s already failing. Industry professionals predict that failure rates will only increase over time, and most homes with Kitec will experience premature pipe failure. The first recalls happened in 2005, and failures started appearing around ten years after installation. Kitec was installed until 2007, so many homes are right in the failure window now.
If your pipes burst while you’re home, you might catch it before major damage happens. If it happens while you’re at work or on vacation, you could come back to a flooded house with tens of thousands in damage. Some Foothill Farms homeowners have had to replace carpet, drywall, furniture, and personal belongings after a Kitec failure.
You also can’t sell your home easily with Kitec plumbing. Buyers will walk away after the inspection, or their lender won’t approve the loan. You’ll either need to replace it before listing or drop your price significantly to account for the buyer having to do it. Either way, you’re paying for it eventually.
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