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You stop worrying about coming home to a flooded house. That’s the real outcome here.
Kitec pipes installed between 1995 and 2007 are failing across Rocklin, CA right now. The brass fittings corrode from the inside, weaken over time, then burst without warning. If your home was built or remodeled during that window—especially in areas like Whitney Oaks, Stanford Ranch, or Sunset West—you’re living with a ticking clock.
Full replacement means you’re done with that risk. We pull out every inch of Kitec pipe and fitting, then install either PEX or copper depending on your home and budget. You get a system that’s rated for 50 to 75 years, not 10.
Your home insurance becomes easier to get and keep. Some carriers won’t cover homes with Kitec at all. Others charge more or add exclusions. Once it’s replaced, that conversation changes.
You also protect your home’s resale value. Buyers and inspectors know what Kitec is, and it kills deals. Replacing it now means you’re not scrambling later when you’re trying to close.
We’ve been serving Placer County for over 24 years. We’re licensed, insured, and local—not a franchise with call centers and upsell scripts.
We know Rocklin’s housing stock. We’ve worked in the developments that went up during the boom years when Kitec was everywhere. We know which neighborhoods have it, how it was installed, and what it takes to replace it without tearing your walls apart.
You’ll get an upfront estimate before we start. No surprise charges, no hourly padding. We’ve built a 4.7-star Google rating by showing up on time, doing the work right, and charging what we said we would.
If something goes wrong at 2 a.m., we answer. Our 24/7 emergency service isn’t outsourced. You call us, we come.
First, we confirm you actually have Kitec. It’s usually orange or gray pipe with brass fittings stamped with “Kitec” or “KTC.” If you’re not sure, we’ll check during the estimate.
Next, we map out your plumbing system and plan the replacement route. Our goal is to minimize wall cuts and keep the disruption as small as possible. Most homes can be repiped in one to three days depending on size and access.
We shut off your water, remove the old Kitec piping, and install new PEX or copper lines. PEX is faster, more affordable, and flexes with your home’s movement. Copper costs more but some people prefer it for longevity or resale appeal. We’ll explain both options and let you decide.
Once the new system is in, we pressure test everything to make sure there are no leaks. Then we restore any drywall or access points we opened. You’re left with a fully functional, code-compliant plumbing system that’s built to last.
We also provide documentation of the work for your records, your insurance company, and future buyers if you sell.
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You get complete removal of all Kitec pipe and fittings—not just the problem areas. Partial repairs don’t work because the entire system is aging at the same rate. Fixing one leak today means another one next month.
We install new supply lines throughout your home using either PEX or copper. That includes hot and cold water lines to every fixture: sinks, toilets, showers, washing machines, water heaters. If it connects to water, it gets replaced.
In Rocklin, CA, we see a lot of homes where Kitec was used in both the main supply lines and the water heater connections. We handle all of it. You’re not calling someone else to finish the job.
We also handle permits and inspections if your local jurisdiction requires them. Everything is done to current California plumbing code, which matters for insurance and resale.
You get a written warranty on all labor and materials. If something goes wrong with our work, we come back and fix it. And because we’re local, we actually will.
Most Rocklin homes built between 1995 and 2007 are sitting on Kitec systems that are 15 to 30 years old. The manufacturer estimated a 10-year lifespan. You’re already past the expiration date.
Check your exposed pipes in the garage, basement, crawl space, or near your water heater. Kitec pipes are usually bright orange, blue, or gray. The fittings are brass and often stamped with “Kitec,” “KTC,” or “PlumbBetter.”
If your home was built or remodeled between 1995 and 2007 in Rocklin, CA—especially in neighborhoods like Whitney Oaks, Stanford Ranch, Sunset West, or Southeast Rocklin—there’s a strong chance you have it. Those areas saw major development during the exact years Kitec was being installed across California.
If you’re still not sure, we can identify it during a free estimate. It takes about five minutes and there’s no charge to confirm.
You can, but it won’t solve the problem. Kitec fails because of internal corrosion in the brass fittings, and that’s happening throughout your entire system at the same rate.
If one section is leaking today, another section is a few months behind. You’ll end up paying for multiple service calls, more water damage, and more stress. It’s like patching a tire that’s bald—you’re just delaying the inevitable.
Full replacement is the only permanent fix. It costs more upfront, but it’s cheaper than dealing with repeated failures, water damage repairs, and insurance headaches. Most of our Rocklin, CA clients who call us for a “quick fix” end up choosing full replacement once they understand the timeline and the risk.
It depends on your home’s size, layout, and how accessible your plumbing is. For a typical Rocklin home, full Kitec replacement usually runs between $4,500 and $15,000.
Smaller homes with easy access and straightforward layouts cost less. Larger homes with multiple stories, complex plumbing runs, or limited crawl space access cost more. Copper replacement costs more than PEX because the material is more expensive and takes longer to install.
We give you a clear, written estimate before we start. No hourly rates, no surprise fees. You’ll know exactly what you’re paying and what’s included. And if we find something during the job that changes the scope, we talk to you first.
Probably not. Most insurance policies don’t cover the cost of replacing Kitec because it’s considered a maintenance issue, not sudden damage.
However, if your Kitec system bursts and causes water damage, your insurance may cover the damage to your floors, walls, and belongings—but not the cost of replacing the piping itself. And even then, some carriers in California are starting to exclude Kitec-related claims entirely or charge higher premiums if they know you have it.
The class-action settlement that compensated homeowners for Kitec replacement ended years ago. The deadline has passed. That means the cost of replacement is out of pocket now. But replacing it protects you from a much bigger expense later—water damage claims average over $13,000, and that’s just for the cleanup and repairs, not the emotional toll or displacement.
Most homes take one to three days depending on size and complexity. A smaller single-story home with good access can often be done in a day. Larger two-story homes or homes with difficult access take closer to three days.
During that time, your water will be off while we’re actively working. We’ll coordinate with you to minimize disruption—most of our Rocklin, CA clients schedule the work during the week when they’re at work, or they stay elsewhere for a day or two if that’s easier.
We don’t drag the job out. We show up on time, work efficiently, and clean up when we’re done. You’ll have running water again as soon as the new system is installed and tested.
Both work. PEX is faster to install, costs less, and has a 75-year lifespan. It’s flexible, so it handles ground movement and temperature changes better than rigid pipe. Most of our Rocklin clients choose PEX because it’s reliable, affordable, and code-compliant.
Copper lasts 50 to 100 years and some people prefer it for resale value or personal preference. It costs more because the material is expensive and installation takes longer. Copper is also rigid, so it requires more fittings and labor.
We’ll explain both options during your estimate and let you decide based on your budget and priorities. Either way, you’re getting a system that’s exponentially better than Kitec. Both are approved by California plumbing code, and both will pass inspection and satisfy insurance requirements.
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