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If your Pleasant Valley home was built between 1995 and 2007, there’s a real chance you have Kitec plumbing. Those bright orange and blue pipes looked fine when they went in, but they’re failing now.
The brass fittings corrode from the inside out. The pipes can’t handle normal water heater temperatures. And when they go, they don’t just leak—they burst, flooding your home with hundreds of gallons before you can shut the water off.
Replacing Kitec plumbing isn’t about upgrading. It’s about removing a system that plumbing experts agree has a 100% failure rate. Every Kitec system will fail eventually. The only question is whether you replace it on your schedule or deal with an emergency at 2 a.m. when a pipe bursts in your wall.
Once we remove your Kitec system and install proper copper or PEX piping, you’re done worrying. Your insurance company stops flagging your policy. Your home value stays protected. And you can turn on your faucet without wondering if today’s the day something breaks.
We’ve been handling residential plumbing in El Dorado County since before most people knew what Kitec was. We’ve seen these systems age, watched the class action lawsuits unfold, and replaced hundreds of them across Pleasant Valley and surrounding areas.
We’re not a franchise with rotating technicians. We’re a local company that shows up when we say we will, tells you the exact cost before we start, and finishes the job without surprise charges. Our 4.7-star rating comes from doing the work right and treating your home with respect.
Pleasant Valley has over 35,000 residents, and a median home age that puts thousands of properties in the Kitec installation window. If you’re one of them, you already know your insurance company isn’t thrilled about it. We can fix that problem in 2-3 days, and your home goes back to normal—just with plumbing that actually works.
First, we inspect your entire system to see where the Kitec runs and what’s involved in removing it. Most Pleasant Valley homes have it in walls, ceilings, or crawl spaces. We map it all out so you know exactly what we’re doing and where.
Next, we remove the old Kitec pipes and fittings—all of it. Leaving any part of the system in place defeats the purpose. We install new copper or PEX piping based on your home’s layout and local code requirements. Both materials are proven, durable, and won’t corrode like Kitec brass fittings.
After the new pipes are in and tested, we restore your drywall and paint it to match. You’re not left with holes in your walls or a mess to deal with. We handle the full scope—plumbing, patching, painting—so your home looks the same when we leave, just with plumbing that won’t fail on you.
Most kitec pipe replacement projects in Pleasant Valley take 2-3 days depending on home size. We work efficiently, but we don’t rush. The goal is to do it once and do it right.
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You get a complete system replacement—not a patch job. We remove every section of Kitec piping and every brass fitting. Then we install code-compliant copper or PEX throughout your home, including hot and cold water lines.
The work includes wall and ceiling restoration. We cut access where needed, run the new pipes, then patch and paint so it looks like we were never there. You’re not hiring a plumber and then scrambling to find a drywall contractor. We handle it all.
In Pleasant Valley, where the median home value sits around $433,800, protecting that investment matters. Kitec replacement typically runs between $5,000 and $15,000 depending on your home’s size and layout. That’s a fraction of what you’d spend repairing water damage from a burst pipe—and it eliminates the insurance headaches that come with keeping a known defective system in your home.
We also give you transparent pricing up front. You’ll know the cost before we start, and that’s the cost you’ll pay. No surprises, no padding, no “unforeseen issues” that magically appear halfway through the job.
Look for bright orange or blue pipes, usually visible in your water heater area, under sinks, or in crawl spaces. Kitec pipes are marked with brand names like “Kitec,” “PlumbBetter,” “IPEX AQUA,” or “WarmRite” printed directly on the pipe.
If your home was built or had plumbing work done between 1995 and 2007, there’s a higher chance you have it. That timeframe covers when Kitec was actively sold and installed across California, including Pleasant Valley and the rest of El Dorado County.
Not sure? We can inspect your plumbing system and tell you definitively. It takes about 20 minutes, and there’s no charge for the inspection. You’ll know exactly what you’re dealing with and what it’ll cost to fix.
Because when Kitec fails, it doesn’t give you a slow drip you can catch with a bucket. The pipes burst suddenly, often inside walls or ceilings, flooding your home before you realize what’s happening.
Water damage from a burst pipe can easily run $10,000 to $30,000 or more once you factor in drywall replacement, flooring, furniture, mold remediation, and temporary housing while repairs happen. And many insurance companies either exclude Kitec-related damage or hit you with higher deductibles specifically because the failure risk is so well documented.
Replacing Kitec plumbing on your timeline costs less, causes way less disruption, and removes a major liability from your home. Waiting just means you’re gambling that it won’t fail during a vacation, in the middle of winter, or when you’re trying to sell your house.
We typically install either copper or PEX piping, depending on your home’s layout and your preferences. Both are proven, code-compliant materials that won’t corrode or fail the way Kitec does.
Copper is the traditional choice—durable, long-lasting, and widely trusted. PEX is newer but equally reliable, and it’s often easier to install in homes with limited access or complex layouts. It’s flexible, resists freezing better than copper, and costs a bit less in most cases.
We’ll walk you through the pros and cons of each material based on your specific home. There’s no upselling or pushing you toward the more expensive option. We just want you to understand what you’re getting and why it’s the right choice for your situation.
Most kitec plumbing replacement projects take 2-3 days from start to finish, including the plumbing work, drywall patching, and painting. Larger homes or properties with more complex layouts might take a bit longer, but we’ll give you an accurate timeline before we start.
You’ll have water shut off during the actual pipe installation, but we work efficiently to minimize downtime. We’re not tearing apart your entire house or leaving you without water for a week. We focus on one section at a time, complete it, and move to the next.
Once the new pipes are installed and tested, we restore your walls and ceilings so everything looks normal. You won’t be left with a half-finished job or a list of contractors you need to call. We handle the full scope, and when we’re done, you’re done.
Yes—in a good way. Many insurance companies either charge higher premiums, add special deductibles, or refuse full coverage for homes with Kitec plumbing because the failure risk is so well documented. Once you replace the system, those restrictions go away.
After we complete your kitec pipe replacement, we provide documentation showing the work was done and what materials were installed. You can submit that to your insurance company, and they’ll update your policy accordingly. Most homeowners see their premiums drop or their coverage restrictions removed.
If you’re buying or selling a home in Pleasant Valley, having Kitec replaced also removes a major red flag during inspections. Buyers get nervous when they see it, and lenders sometimes require replacement before approving a mortgage. Getting it done proactively keeps your home marketable and protects its value.
Most residential kitec replacement projects in the Pleasant Valley area run between $5,000 and $15,000, depending on your home’s size, how much Kitec piping is installed, and how accessible it is. Larger homes or properties with Kitec in hard-to-reach areas can cost more, but we’ll give you an exact price before we start any work.
That cost includes removing all the old Kitec pipes and fittings, installing new copper or PEX piping, and restoring your drywall and paint. You’re not paying separately for plumbing, patching, and painting—it’s all part of the job.
Compare that to the cost of repairing water damage from a burst Kitec pipe, which can easily hit $20,000 or more once you factor in drywall, flooring, mold remediation, and lost belongings. Replacing Kitec plumbing isn’t cheap, but it’s a lot cheaper than dealing with a flood. And it’s a one-time fix that protects your home and your investment for the long term.
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