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If your South Natomas home was built between 1995 and 2007, there’s a real chance you have Kitec plumbing running through your walls. And if you do, you’re living with a ticking clock.
Kitec doesn’t just wear out slowly. It fails suddenly. Fittings corrode from the inside out through a process called dezincification, where the zinc literally dissolves out of the brass. What’s left is weak, brittle, and ready to blow. When it goes, it’s not a drip—it’s a flood.
Insurance companies know this. Some won’t cover homes with Kitec at all. Others jack up your premiums or raise your deductible so high that a claim barely helps. And if you’re trying to sell, buyers either walk away or demand a discount that wipes out your equity.
A whole-home Kitec repipe removes every inch of the old system and replaces it with copper or PEX—materials that won’t fail in ten years. You get stable water pressure, clean water flow, and the kind of peace of mind that comes from knowing your pipes aren’t about to ruin your week. Or your house.
We’re a licensed, insured, family-owned plumbing company serving South Natomas and the greater Sacramento area. We’ve handled hundreds of repipes in homes just like yours—many of them in Natomas neighborhoods where Kitec was standard during the building boom.
We’re not the cheapest option, and we won’t pretend to be. What we are is transparent. You’ll get a written estimate that includes removal, installation, wall patching, and paint—so there’s no surprise invoice at the end. Some of our customers have told us the final bill came in under the original quote.
We show up on time. We do the work right. And if something goes wrong at 2 a.m., we answer the phone. That’s been our reputation for over two decades, and it’s reflected in our 4.7-star Google rating from 93 reviews.
We start with a full inspection of your plumbing system to confirm where the Kitec is and what it’ll take to remove it. Then we give you a detailed estimate that covers the whole job—demo, new pipe, drywall repair, and paint.
Once you approve, we schedule the work around your life. Most whole-home repipes in South Natomas take one to three days depending on the size of your house and how accessible the plumbing is. We shut off water to specific areas as we go, so you’re not completely without service the entire time.
We pull out every section of Kitec—hot and cold lines—and replace them with either copper or PEX, depending on what makes sense for your home and budget. PEX is flexible, fast to install, and has a lifespan of around 75 years. Copper is the gold standard for resale value and longevity.
After the new pipes are in and tested, we patch the drywall, texture it to match, and paint so it blends in. You’re not left with a half-finished job or a list of contractors to call. When we’re done, your water works and your walls look normal.
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A complete Kitec repipe means removing all the old pipe—not just the sections that are leaking or look bad. We replace your water supply lines throughout the house, from the main shutoff to every fixture. That includes hot and cold lines to sinks, toilets, showers, washing machines, and water heaters.
In South Natomas, most of the homes we work on are single-family residences built in the late ’90s or early 2000s. These houses typically have straightforward layouts, but we’ve also handled multi-story homes and properties where the plumbing runs through tight crawl spaces or attics. Access affects timing, but it doesn’t change the quality of the work.
We also coordinate the finish work. Once the new pipes are installed and pressure-tested, we repair and paint any drywall we had to open. That’s part of the estimate—not an add-on. You’re not stuck hiring a handyman or living with holes in your walls.
If you’re financing the project, we offer in-house payment plans. Repiping a home in South Natomas typically runs between $5,000 and $15,000 depending on square footage, pipe material, and how much wall access is needed. We’ll walk you through the options so you can make a decision that fits your budget and your timeline.
Kitec pipe is usually orange or blue, and it’s often marked with “Kitec” or “KTC” printed along the length of the pipe. You’ll most likely see it near your water heater, under sinks, or in your attic or crawl space where supply lines run.
If your home was built or repiped between 1995 and 2007, it’s worth checking. That’s when Kitec was most commonly installed in South Natomas and throughout the Sacramento area. A lot of builders used it because it was cheap and easy to work with.
If you’re not sure, we can come out and take a look. It takes about ten minutes to identify, and there’s no charge for the inspection. Knowing what you have is the first step to protecting your home.
Probably not. Most insurance policies don’t cover the cost of replacing plumbing, even if it’s defective. They’ll cover damage caused by a sudden pipe burst—like flooring, drywall, or furniture—but not the actual repipe itself.
That said, some insurers in California are starting to either refuse coverage or increase premiums on homes with known Kitec systems. If you’re shopping for a new policy or up for renewal, it’s worth asking your agent directly. You might find that replacing the Kitec now actually saves you money in the long run by keeping your premiums stable.
The class action settlement against the Kitec manufacturer ended years ago, and the deadline to file a claim has passed. So if you’re hoping for manufacturer reimbursement, that window is closed. You’re covering this one out of pocket, but it’s still cheaper than dealing with a flood.
Most single-family homes in South Natomas take between one and three days to repipe, depending on size and layout. A smaller two-bedroom house with easy attic or crawl space access might be done in a day. A larger two-story home with plumbing running through interior walls will take closer to three.
We work in sections so you’re not completely without water the entire time. We’ll usually shut off service to one part of the house, complete that section, then move to the next. You’ll have limited access during the day, but we make sure you’ve got working water by the time we leave each evening.
The finish work—patching drywall and painting—happens after the plumbing is done and tested. If we need to bring in a texture specialist or let mud dry overnight, that might add a day. But we don’t leave your house torn up. Everything gets buttoned up before we call it complete.
Both are solid choices, and the right one depends on your priorities. Copper is what most buyers expect to see when they’re shopping for a home. It’s durable, it’s been around forever, and it adds a little resale value if you’re planning to sell in the next few years.
PEX is faster to install, costs a bit less, and it’s more flexible—literally. It expands and contracts with temperature changes, so it’s less likely to crack or burst if you ever have a freeze. It also lasts around 75 years in residential use, which is more than enough for most homeowners.
In South Natomas, we install both depending on what the homeowner wants. If resale value is your main concern, go with copper. If you want a faster install and a lower upfront cost, PEX is a smart move. Either way, you’re getting rid of the Kitec, and that’s what matters most.
You call us immediately, and we’ll get someone out there. We offer 24/7 emergency plumbing service for situations exactly like this. A burst pipe can dump hundreds of gallons of water into your home in a matter of minutes, so speed matters.
We’ll shut off the water, assess the damage, and make temporary repairs to stop the flooding. Then we’ll talk through your options. In most cases, a burst is a sign that the rest of the system isn’t far behind, so a full repipe is the next step. But we’ll stabilize things first so you’re not living in a construction zone while also dealing with water damage.
Your insurance should cover the damage to your floors, walls, and belongings—but not the cost of replacing the plumbing itself. Keep that in mind when you’re weighing whether to repipe now or wait. Waiting might save you money in the short term, but it can cost you a lot more if the pipes let go while you’re at work or on vacation.
For most homes in South Natomas, a full Kitec repipe runs between $5,000 and $15,000. That includes removing all the old pipe, installing new copper or PEX lines, patching and painting drywall, and testing everything to make sure it works.
The final price depends on the size of your home, how many bathrooms you have, and how easy it is to access your plumbing. A single-story house with an open attic is faster and cheaper to repipe than a two-story home where we have to open up interior walls. Material choice also plays a role—PEX costs a little less than copper.
We offer free estimates, and we’ll walk you through exactly what’s included so there’s no confusion. If the upfront cost is a concern, we have financing options with customized payment plans. The goal is to get the Kitec out of your house without putting you in a financial bind.
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