If your pipes are rust-colored, delivering weak water pressure, or springing leaks every other season, it may be time to consider a full repipe. Homeowners often ask CountBricks for one clear number, but the cost to repipe house with PVC depends on many variables. In this in-depth guide, our residential construction experts outline every factor, share typical price ranges, and explain how our AI-driven estimating platform produces fast, reliable figures you can trust.
PVC (polyvinyl chloride) piping has replaced aging galvanized steel and brittle copper in countless homes. CountBricks crews recommend PVC because it is lightweight, corrosion-proof, and budget-friendly. Unlike metal pipe, PVC resists scale build-up, maintains water quality, and installs quickly. The result is lower material cost and less labor—two major drivers in any repipe budget.
• Persistent pinhole leaks or multiple repairs each year
• Orange or brown water discoloration after periods of non-use
• Water pressure that drops when two fixtures run simultaneously
• Visible corrosion on exposed supply lines
• A home built before 1980 that still has galvanized steel
1. Square footage and number of plumbing fixtures
2. Single-story vs. multi-story layout (vertical pipe runs add labor)
3. Accessibility of crawl spaces, attics, and wall cavities
4. Local permit fees and inspection schedules
5. Restoration work—drywall, tile, or cabinet removal and replacement
6. Pipe diameter upgrades to meet new fixture demands
7. Regional labor rates and material market pricing
Our historical project data shows three tiers:
• Compact, single-bathroom homes: $4,500 – $7,500
• Mid-size 2–3 bath residences: $8,000 – $12,500
• Large or multi-story properties: $13,000 – $20,000+
These numbers include demolition, new PVC supply lines, fittings, reconnection of fixtures, pressure testing, and basic wall patching. Finishes such as premium tile replacement or custom cabinetry are additional.
• Real-time voice conversation: Walk through each room with your phone and describe fixture locations. Our AI converts speech to structured takeoff data.
• Blueprint uploads: Snap photos of plans or existing plumbing diagrams. CountBricks’ vision engine extracts pipe lengths and fixture counts in seconds.
• Regional cost database: Material and labor pricing refreshes nightly, ensuring every quote reflects current PVC market rates in your ZIP code.
• Instant line-item report: Receive a detailed PDF with pipe quantities, fittings, valves, and labor hours—ready to share with lenders or insurers.
• Fewer site visits mean reduced billable hours for estimators
• AI-assisted task sequencing cuts field labor by 10–15%
• Bulk pricing on Schedule 40 PVC through CountBricks supplier network
• Digital change orders prevent surprise overruns
1. Schedule a free voice estimate at CountBricks.com/consultation
2. Complete the 15-minute virtual walk-through with a project manager
3. Approve the automated quote or adjust scope in the customer portal
4. CountBricks pulls permits and orders pre-cut PVC bundles
5. Licensed crew performs repipe, pressure tests, and inspections
6. Restoration team patches walls and resurfaces affected areas
7. Final walkthrough and warranty hand-off
How long will my water be off?
• Most single-family homes experience 4–8 hours of downtime. CountBricks stages work to reconnect critical fixtures each evening.
What warranty do I receive?
• CountBricks includes a 25-year material warranty on PVC and a 5-year workmanship guarantee. Optional lifetime service plans are available.
Can I stay in the house during the project?
• Yes. We isolate work zones and schedule noisy demolition during daytime hours. Many clients remain comfortably at home.
The fastest route to uncovering the exact cost to repipe house with PVC is a CountBricks AI estimate. In less than an hour, you’ll hold a line-item proposal that traditional contractors might take a week to deliver. Visit CountBricks.com/services to get started today.
A recent homeowner in South Austin inherited galvanized pipes that leaked behind bathroom walls. Traditional plumbers offered “ballpark” figures ranging from $9,000 to $15,000—far too broad to plan financing. The owner used CountBricks instead.
• 18-minute voice walk-through documented 24 fixtures and 310 ft of pipe
• AI cross-checked regional PVC costs and labor rates updated that morning
• PDF proposal with three scope options hit the client’s inbox before lunch
1. Crew arrival to water shut-off: 7:45 a.m.
2. Old pipe demo and PVC rough-in complete: Day 2, 4:30 p.m.
3. City inspection passed: Day 3 morning
4. Wall patch and texture: Day 3 afternoon
5. Final walkthrough and warranty registration: Day 4 noon
Original CountBricks estimate: $10,850
Final invoice: $10,740 (savings credited for unused fittings)
Homeowner budget variance: –1%
• Real-time material tracking prevents last-minute price spikes
• Pre-fabricated PVC bundles shave a full day off labor on single-story homes
• Transparent change-order approval keeps invoices aligned with estimates
Whether you own a compact bungalow or a sprawling two-story, CountBricks combines technology and craftsmanship to keep the cost to repipe house with PVC predictable. Explore more success stories at CountBricks.com/portfolio and book your free consultation today.
