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Kitec plumbing fails. The brass fittings corrode from the inside out, the pipes weaken, and eventually the whole system collapses without warning. You wake up to water pouring through your ceiling, your floors ruined, your belongings soaked.
Insurance companies know this. That’s why many won’t cover homes with Kitec anymore, or they charge premiums so high it feels like punishment. Even if you haven’t had a leak yet, you’re living with a system that’s designed to fail.
Professional Kitec repiping in Hood, CA means pulling out every inch of that old system and replacing it with materials that actually last. Copper or PEX. No more wondering when the next leak will hit. No more explaining to your insurance agent why you still haven’t dealt with it. Just reliable water lines that do their job without drama.
We started in El Dorado County with one truck and a commitment to showing up on time and doing the work right. More than 24 years later, we’re still here because we don’t oversell, we don’t surprise you with hidden fees, and we don’t leave until the job’s done correctly.
Hood and the surrounding Sacramento region saw thousands of homes built with Kitec between 1995 and 2007. We’ve repiped plenty of them. We know what to look for, how to remove it without tearing your house apart, and how to install a system that’ll outlast the one that failed you.
You’ll get a free estimate with the actual cost before we start. No sales pitch. No pressure. Just a clear answer about what needs to happen and what it’ll cost.
First, we walk through your home and map out where every Kitec line runs. We’re looking at your water heater, your fixtures, your supply lines—everything connected to that system. Then we give you a full breakdown of what needs to be replaced and what it’ll cost.
Once you’re ready to move forward, we shut off your water and start pulling out the old Kitec. We remove the pipes, the fittings, everything that’s part of that failing system. Then we install new copper or PEX lines, depending on what makes sense for your home and your budget.
The work usually takes a few days. You can stay in your home the whole time. We’re not demo crews—we work clean, we patch walls as we go, and we test every connection before we’re done. When we turn your water back on, you’ll have a system that’s built to last decades, not years.
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A complete Kitec repipe means removing every section of that old system and replacing it with piping that won’t corrode, crack, or collapse. We use American-made copper or PEX—both rated to last 50 to 100 years under normal conditions.
In Hood, CA, most homes we work on were built during that narrow window when Kitec was still legal. The systems are 15 to 20 years old now, which puts them right in the failure zone. We’ve seen pipes that looked fine on the outside but were completely degraded inside. That’s why partial repairs don’t work. You’re just buying time until the next section fails.
When we repipe your home, you’re also protecting your insurance coverage. Many carriers in California either won’t insure homes with Kitec or charge rates that reflect the risk. A full repipe removes that liability. It also makes your home easier to sell if that’s ever part of your plan. Buyers and appraisers both flag Kitec as a red flag.
Kitec pipes are usually marked with “Kitec” or “XPA” on the outside of the pipe itself. The pipes are often orange or blue, though sometimes they’re black or gray. The brass fittings are another giveaway—they’re usually stamped with “KTC” or have a specific Kitec logo.
Check near your water heater, under sinks, or in your crawl space or attic where supply lines run. If your home was built or remodeled between 1995 and 2007 in the Hood or greater Sacramento area, there’s a real chance Kitec was installed. Builders used it because it was cheap and easy to work with, not because it was reliable.
If you’re not sure, we can come out and take a look. We’ll tell you exactly what you have and what condition it’s in. No charge for the inspection.
Cost depends on the size of your home, how much Kitec is in the walls, and what material you choose for the replacement. A full repipe typically runs between $4,000 and $15,000 for most single-family homes. Larger homes or more complex layouts cost more.
That might sound like a lot, but compare it to the cost of one major leak. Water damage from a burst pipe can easily hit $10,000 to $30,000 once you factor in drywall, flooring, mold remediation, and replacing damaged belongings. And if your insurance doesn’t cover it because you knew you had Kitec, you’re paying all of that out of pocket.
We give you the full price upfront. No surprises, no change orders unless you ask us to do something different. You’ll know what you’re paying before we touch a wrench.
You can, but it’s not a solution. Kitec fails because of a design flaw, not because one section got unlucky. The brass fittings corrode from the inside due to a reaction with the chemicals in the pipe. That’s happening throughout your entire system, not just where you see a leak.
Fixing one leak might buy you a few months, maybe a year. Then another section fails. Then another. Each repair costs money, and each one still leaves you with a system that’s degrading. At some point, you’ve spent more on patches than you would have on a full repipe—and you’re still living with Kitec.
A full replacement removes the problem permanently. You’re not waiting for the next failure or dealing with emergency repairs at the worst possible time. You’re done with it.
Most residential Kitec repiping jobs take between two and five days, depending on the size of your home and how accessible your plumbing is. You can absolutely stay in your home while we work. We’re not gutting the place—we’re running new lines and patching as we go.
Your water will be shut off during the work, but we’ll coordinate with you so you know when to expect that. We can usually get sections done in stages, so you’re not without water for days at a time. We’ll also let you know if there are specific times when you’ll need to plan around the work, like if we’re replacing lines to your kitchen or bathrooms.
We work clean and we work fast. You won’t come home to a disaster zone. We patch walls, clean up debris, and test every connection before we leave.
Yes. Many insurance companies in California either refuse to cover homes with Kitec or charge significantly higher premiums because the failure rate is so well-documented. Once you replace the system with copper or PEX, that risk disappears from your policy.
You’ll want to get documentation from your plumber showing that the work was done and that all Kitec has been removed. Most insurers will ask for proof before they adjust your rate or reinstate full coverage. We provide that documentation as part of the job.
Even if your current insurer hasn’t flagged your Kitec yet, it’s likely to come up at renewal or if you ever file a claim. Replacing it now means you’re not dealing with coverage issues down the road when you actually need your insurance to work.
Both work. Copper lasts longer—up to 100 years in most conditions—and it’s been the standard for decades. It’s more expensive upfront, but it’s about as bulletproof as plumbing gets. PEX is newer, more flexible, and easier to install in tight spaces. It’s rated for 50+ years and costs less than copper.
For most homeowners in Hood, CA, PEX makes sense. It’s durable, it handles temperature changes well, and it’s faster to install, which keeps labor costs down. If you’re planning to stay in your home long-term and want the most proven option, copper is worth considering.
We’ll walk you through both options and explain what makes sense for your home and your budget. There’s no wrong choice here—both are infinitely better than Kitec.
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