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You stop wondering if today’s the day your pipes burst. You stop worrying about insurance companies dropping your coverage or refusing claims because they know what Kitec does. You protect the equity you’ve built in a neighborhood where homes are worth over $700,000 and every detail matters when it’s time to sell.
Kitec was installed in hundreds of thousands of homes between 1995 and 2007. It was supposed to last decades. Instead, it started failing within ten years—cracking, leaking, flooding homes without warning. The class action settlement hit $125 million because the damage was that widespread.
If your home was built or remodeled during that window, there’s a real chance you’ve got Kitec running through your walls. And if you do, the question isn’t whether it’ll fail. It’s when. Replacing it now means you’re in control of the timeline, the cost, and the outcome. Waiting means you’re gambling with your home.
We’ve been serving El Dorado and Sacramento counties since the late ’90s. We’ve seen Kitec problems up close—especially in Folsom, Roseville, Elk Grove, and right here in Upper Land Park, CA, where older homes with newer plumbing systems often hide this exact issue.
We’re not the cheapest option, and we won’t pretend to be. But we show up when we say we will, we explain what’s actually wrong, and we give you a fair price before we start. Our Google rating sits at 4.7 out of 5 based on 93 reviews because we do the work right and we don’t disappear after the check clears.
If you’ve got a Kitec leak repair emergency or you’re trying to get ahead of a problem you know is coming, we’re available 24/7. That matters when pipes don’t fail on your schedule.
First, we come out and assess what you’ve actually got. Not every home with Kitec needs a full replacement right away, but most do—and we’ll tell you exactly what we’re seeing and why. We’ll show you where the pipes are, what condition they’re in, and what your options look like.
If you’re moving forward, we map out the scope. That includes how much of your system needs replacing, what materials we’ll use (usually copper or PEX, depending on your home and budget), and how long the job will take. Most full replacements run between $5,000 and $15,000 depending on square footage and access, but we’ll give you a firm number before we touch anything.
Then we do the work. We pull permits if needed, replace the old Kitec lines, test everything, and make sure you’ve got documentation for your records—because insurance companies and future buyers will ask. You’ll know the job’s done right because we walk you through it, and because we’re licensed, insured, and accountable.
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Kitec fails because of how it was made. The fittings are brass, but they contain high levels of zinc. When water flows through them—especially hot water—the zinc leaches out. That process is called dezincification, and it makes the fittings brittle. Eventually, they crack. Sometimes it’s a slow leak. Sometimes it’s a full rupture that floods your house in minutes.
In Upper Land Park, CA, where many homes were updated in the early 2000s, Kitec shows up more often than most people realize. It’s usually hidden behind walls or in attics, so you won’t see it unless you’re looking. But a good home inspector will spot it, and if you’re selling, you’ll have to disclose it. That can kill a deal or cost you tens of thousands in price reductions.
Insurance companies know the risk, too. Some won’t cover water damage from Kitec failures. Others will raise your premiums or drop you entirely once they find out you have it. Replacing it removes that liability and gives you documentation that your plumbing is sound. That’s worth something when you’re protecting a $700,000+ investment in one of Sacramento’s most established neighborhoods.
Check your water heater, under sinks, and in any exposed plumbing areas like basements or crawl spaces. Kitec pipes are usually blue (cold water) or orange (hot water), though sometimes they’re gray. The fittings are brass-colored and often stamped with “Kitec” or the manufacturer name.
If your home was built or remodeled between 1995 and 2007, there’s a higher chance you have it. That’s when Kitec was most commonly installed across North America, including throughout Sacramento County. A licensed plumber can confirm it in minutes during an inspection.
If you’re not sure and you’re in Upper Land Park, CA, we’ll come take a look. It’s better to know now than to find out the hard way when a pipe bursts at 2 a.m. and you’re dealing with water damage, ruined floors, and an insurance claim that may not even be covered.
You can, but it’s not a permanent fix. If one section of Kitec has failed, the rest of the system is under the same stress and likely to fail soon. Repairing one leak doesn’t stop the dezincification process happening throughout your pipes—it just buys you a little time.
Most insurance companies and home inspectors won’t accept a partial repair as a solution. They want documentation that the Kitec has been fully removed and replaced with a reliable system. If you’re planning to sell your home or refinance, a patch job won’t cut it.
We can handle emergency Kitec leak repair in Upper Land Park, CA to stop active damage, but we’ll be honest with you about what’s coming next. A full replacement is the only way to actually solve the problem and protect your home long-term.
Most full Kitec replacements cost between $5,000 and $15,000, depending on the size of your home, how much piping needs to be replaced, and how accessible everything is. A smaller home with easy access will be on the lower end. A larger home with pipes running through finished walls or tight spaces will cost more.
We give you a detailed estimate before we start, and we stick to it unless we find something unexpected—which we’ll talk through with you before moving forward. Some customers have told us our final bill came in under the original estimate, which doesn’t happen often in this industry, but it’s how we operate.
If you’re in Upper Land Park, CA and you want a straight answer on what your specific situation will cost, call us. We’ll come out, assess your system, and give you a number you can actually plan around. No surprises, no upselling, just honest pricing for the work that needs to be done.
It depends on your policy, but many insurance companies specifically exclude Kitec-related damage or won’t cover failures from known defective materials. Some will cover the water damage itself but not the cost of replacing the pipes. Others will drop your coverage entirely once they know you have Kitec and haven’t replaced it.
The best move is to call your insurance company and ask directly. Get it in writing. If they won’t cover Kitec failures, that’s even more reason to replace the system before it fails. Once the damage happens, you’re stuck with the bill—and it can easily run into the tens of thousands when you factor in drywall, flooring, furniture, and mold remediation.
We’ve worked with plenty of homeowners in Upper Land Park, CA who’ve dealt with this exact situation. If you need documentation for your insurance company after we replace your Kitec plumbing, we’ll provide everything they ask for. That paper trail matters when you’re protecting your home and your coverage.
Most jobs take between two and five days, depending on the size of your home and how much of the system we’re replacing. If we’re only replacing the water heater connections and a few exposed lines, it might be done in a day. If we’re pulling Kitec out of walls and running new lines throughout the house, plan for closer to a week.
You’ll have water during most of the process. We shut it off in sections as we work, so you’re not without plumbing for days on end. We’ll coordinate with you on timing and make sure you know what to expect each day.
If you’re in Upper Land Park, CA and you’re trying to plan around work, travel, or just life, we’ll work with your schedule as much as we can. The goal is to get it done right without turning your house upside down any longer than necessary. We’ve done enough of these jobs to keep things moving efficiently without cutting corners.
Both are solid options, and the right choice depends on your home, your budget, and your priorities. Copper is the traditional standard—it’s durable, it’s been used for decades, and it adds value when you sell. It costs more upfront and takes longer to install, but it’s a proven system that lasts 50+ years.
PEX is newer, more flexible, and faster to install. It’s also less expensive, which can make a big difference on a full-home repipe. It’s approved by code, it handles freezing better than copper, and it’s what a lot of newer homes use. Some buyers still prefer copper, but PEX is a legitimate long-term solution.
We’ll walk you through both options and help you decide based on what makes sense for your home in Upper Land Park, CA. There’s no wrong answer here—just trade-offs. What matters is getting the Kitec out and replacing it with something that won’t fail in ten years.
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