Repipe costs in California can vary significantly based on several factors. For a typical 3-bedroom home, expect costs to range from $4,000 to $18,000 depending on materials and complexity. This guide provides a detailed breakdown of these costs to help construction professionals make informed decisions.
• PEX: $0.40–$0.60 per linear foot. Total cost: $4,000–$9,500.
• Type L Copper: $2.50–$3.50 per linear foot. Total cost: $10,000–$18,000.
• CPVC: Priced between PEX and copper.
• Small homes (under 1,400 ft²): 150-200 linear feet needed.
• Larger homes (2,400 ft²+): 350-450 linear feet, increasing costs by 25-40%.
• Open basements reduce labor by 15%.
• Slab-on-grade requires additional work, increasing costs.
Permit fees: $300–$900. Compliance with Title 24 standards is mandatory.
• Standard patch: $2–$4 per square foot.
• Premium finishes: Add 10-15% to costs.
• Two-bed bungalow: $6,800–$9,200 with PEX.
• Four-bed home: $11,500–$16,000 with copper.
• Mid-century property: $18,000–$24,000 with upgrades.
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• Combine repiping with other renovations.
• Use PEX headers to reduce costs.
• Install isolation valves for serviceability.
• Use colored PEX for easy inspections.
• Bundle water heater replacement for savings.
1. Virtual walk-through.
2. AI-generated estimate.
3. Permit application.
4. Installation and inspection.
5. Restoration to pre-job finish.
6. Final walkthrough and warranty.
Typically three to five days, longer for larger homes.
Yes, with minimal disruption.
Insurance may cover proactive repiping.
The Fernandez family needed a repipe for their 1924 Craftsman. Options included:
• PEX: $8,900, three-day schedule.
• Hybrid PEX/copper: $11,200.
• Full copper: $14,600.
• Reduced wall demo by 30%.
• Copper mains for longevity.
• Supplier rebates saved $450.
• Quick permit release.
• Progress notes synced nightly.
• Matched historical plaster texture.
• Passed pressure test at 150 psi.
• Completed early, saving costs.
• Invoice matched estimate closely.
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• Book inspections early.
• Consider trenchless options.
• Combine repipe with water heater relocation.
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