When your water pressure drops and the tap water appears discolored and rusty, it is probably time to think about copper repiping. Galvanized pipes begin to deteriorate after time and most people prefer to replace these galvanized pipes with copper pipes, a process referred to as copper repiping.

Rust builds up inside of the pipes, restricting the flow of water and causing the added build-up of gunk and slime throughout your plumbing system. Clogged pipes reduce the volume of water that can get through to the fixtures. Copper pipes last for decades and give you the water flow needed in your home or other building.

Your water pressure may have dropped unexpectedly. Washing machines take longer to fill up and your shower may be down to almost a trickle. This means that it is time to call Schuelke Plumbing to discuss repiping your home’s pipes. We will explain the process to you in terms that relate to your specific home or commercial property. Call the plumbers at Schuelke today and get your pipes repiped with copper.

There are many reasons why you may be looking into copper repiping for your home, but perhaps the main reason is that you may have found a leak or your water pressure has dropped drastically.  Either way, once you have decided to do a copper repipe job in your home, you will need to decide on what is the best repair for you to do.   

Copper repiping is used to replace existing pipes that may have rusted or deteriorated over the years.  Most homes built over 25 years ago were piped with iron pipes, or galvanized pipes, which were covered with a zinc coating.  Over a period of time the zinc on the pipes would break down causing the pipes to rust.  Once this process happens it becomes necessary to change to copper repipe. Copper repiping is an extensive job and should not be taken lightly.  If you are thinking of doing it yourself, this is the process. You will want to run the copper piping right along side of the existing pipes as this will make the whole copper repiping much easier.  Make sure you have the right amount of fittings that you will need such as elbows, adapters and what fitting need to be threaded or not.

Clean the fittings and the pipe, then you will need to use a flux paste, which is an acid that cleans the copper making it solder able. If you are not familiar with soldering then you may want to check with some local companies to see if they can give you some pointers or consult a plumbing company.  Cleaning is the most important part before soldering.  Once you have cut the existing pipes and solder in the new copper repiping, your job is complete.  Double check, to assure that you have the cold water connected to the cold water pipe and the hot water connected to the hot water pipe.

Just weigh the options and the pros and cons of doing the job on your own or hiring someone to do the job. Schuelke Plumbing has been serving the greater Los Angeles area for more than 20 years and has the most professional reputation around. Give us a call and we will come out right away to assess your situation.

Plumbing is something everyone must deal with, whether finding a plumbing contractor for new construction, a remodeling project, or just providing plumbing repair. Contact the professionals at Schuelke Plumbing if you need help with this.

Some common problems found with plumbing include:
Rattling pipes; may be caused by several factors, most commonly because they are not sufficiently secured or strapped to the wall frame.  The pipes may need to be properly secured. Slow drains may be partially clogged.  If a kitchen sink, the dishwasher may be improperly plumbed.  The drain may need to be unclogged, or the dishwasher plumbing corrected. Loss of hot water when another faucet is turned on; especially in older homes when hot and cold water pressures are not balanced.  A pressure balance valve may be required.
Toilet tank leaks; plumbing parts inside the tank or seals may need replacing.

To make sure these plumbing repair problems are properly addressed, or when doing a remodeling project, you will want to enlist the services of a licensed plumbing contractor such as Schuelke Plumbing.

Plumbing a Remodel or New Construction

A remodeling project might include new plumbing design or new plumbing installation.  You will want to meet with the plumbers and all contractors involved and develop a timeline, so everyone works together and the project goes smoothly.

If you have found a leak or your water pressure has dropped, you may need to consider copper repiping. Galvanized pipes are iron pipes coated with zinc, commonly referred to as galvanized pipes. Structures built more than 25 years ago were fitted with these pipes, which means that more than 75% of the structures, both residential and commercial, in the greater Los Angeles area fall into this category.

As the galvanized pipes age, rust begins to form due to the zinc lining eroding. Once these galvanized pipes start to deteriorate they must be replaced. Most people choose to replace galvanized pipes with copper pipes. This process is referred to as copper repiping.

Copper repiping is a job best left to professional plumbers, such as those at Schuelke Plumbing. This is the level of experience and trust you want when doing a major plumbing repair. If your pipes have begun to leak, a foul odor come from the tap, or your tap water appears to be discolored due to rust, it is time to consider copper repipe for your home or residential building.

You may have heard that copper repiping is the way to go when upgrading your plumbing system. Here in the Los Angeles area, most of our plumbing is over twenty-five to thirty years old. At this time, most residential buildings were piped with galvanized pipes for economic reasons. Copper is now used in making pipes because it is non-toxic and resistant to corrosion. Copper is now so widely used in the pipe industry that for the last 25 years, much of our water has traveled through copper pipes. Every year, about a billion feet of copper pipes are installed throughout the United States. Some modern plumbing systems now use plastic, but copper pipes are still widely used for most water feeds and central heating pipe work. Copper is still the preferred piping material in the piping industry because of its exclusive properties.

If your home or apartment building is more than 25 years old, it was most likely piped with galvanized pipe lines, covered with a zinc coating. Over a period of time the zinc breaks down, causing the pipes to rust. Are you noticing that you have rusty water, especially in sinks and bathrooms that are used infrequently? This is a sign that it is time to have your dwelling repiped with copper.

Having your home or apartment building repiped with copper can be a huge undertaking. You want to make sure you have the work completed by a company that is experienced and reputable. Here at Schuelke Plumbing we pride ourselves with providing you with the best choice for your repiping needs.

If you have an older home or commercial building, you will want to consider having the galvanized pipes repiped with copper. Repiping will remove or bypass your existing system. Galvanized pipes rust as they age. If you are getting rusty colored water when you turn on your faucets, copper repipe may be in your future plumbing maintenance plans.

The plumbers and technicians at Schuelke Plumbing can use their video camera technology to sow you what it looks like deep inside your sewer lines. With this system we are able to show you immediately if you have a clog or other problem that needs to be addressed.

Rust builds up inside of the pipes, restricting the flow of water and causing the added build-up of gunk and slime throughout your plumbing system. Clogged pipes reduce the volume of water that can get through to the fixtures. Copper pipes last for decades and give you the water flow needed in your home or other building. Call Schuelke Plumbing for all of your questions and to set up an appointment and find out more about Canoga Park plumbers.

If you have an older home or commercial building, you will want to consider having the galvanized pipes repiped with copper. Repiping will remove or bypass your existing system. Galvanized pipes rust as they age. If you are getting rusty colored water when you turn on your faucets, copper repipe may be in your future plumbing maintenance plans.

The plumbers and technicians at Schuelke Plumbing can use their video camera technology to sow you what it looks like deep inside your sewer lines. With this system we are able to show you immediately if you have a clog or other problem that needs to be addressed.

Rust builds up inside of the pipes, restricting the flow of water and causing the added build-up of gunk and slime throughout your plumbing system. Clogged pipes reduce the volume of water that can get through to the fixtures. Copper pipes last for decades and give you the water flow needed in your home or other building. Call Schuelke Plumbing for all of your questions and to set up an appointment for copper repiping.

Repiping is the process of removing or bypassing your existing pipe system for either fresh water intake or your sewer system. This is something to consider seriously if you have a galvanized pipe system. You most likely have galvanized pipes if your home or office is more than 25 years old. The main difficulty with galvanized pipes is that they rust. This is what you are seeing when you turn on the faucet and rusty water comes out.

Over a period of 20 to 25 years, these galvanized pipes will become so rusty that you will be barely be able to see from one end to the other if you were to look through one. Your plumbing system consists of pressure vs. volume. The pressure is expressed an P.S.I. (pounds per square inch), which is measured by how much pressure the water department is pumping through your area, while volume refers to how much water can flow through your pipes.

When these pipes are plugged it is very similar to having clogged arteries in your body, and very little water can flow through your pipes. When you see rust on your pipes, have rusty water coming out of your faucets, or have any type of erosion or corrosion, there is the potential of leaks or pipe bursts. This is when you need to contact the plumbers at Schuelke Plumbing and find out more about installing copper piping.

Copper pipes have a lifetime of up to one hundred years and

If you experience rusty water or other corrosion problems with your home’s water supply, there’s a good chance that your home could benefit from a copper repipe. If it is an older home, like most of the ones in Los Angeles, you may still have the galvanized pipes that were installed when the home was originally built. Repiping your property with copper pipe can be a wise decision that in the long run will save you money and headaches, and it’s an upgrade that can add to the resale value you your home by making it attractive to more potential buyers.

The low water pressure you feel is actually due to a low volume of water. As galvanized pipes get older, the rust and corrosion cause the inside diameter of the pipe to close off, slowing down the flow of water. At the same time the reduced volume of water in the system is not sufficient to supply multiple fixtures at one time. The rust within the pipes is also transferred to your drinking water, along with your other water supply. Eventually the rust will

If your residence or commercial building needs sewer repairs, the plumbers at Schuelke Plumbing are ready to help. Using state-of-the-art technology and video inspections, they can pinpoint your sewer problems quickly and efficiently.

Trenchless technology, available in most cases, allows our plumbers to make repairs from just two small access points. This means faster repairs and minimal disruption to your landscaping, yard, or driveway. For many years, getting to sewer lines to replace and repair meant large scale excavation. This was both a costly and a lengthy process, leaving you with a yard and driveway to repair once the sewer was repaired.

Advances in technology now allow for trenchless sewer line repair, and Schuelke Plumbing has been a leader in the industry in this area. There are two different options for trenchless sewer repair. One is pipe relining and the other is pipe bursting. Pipe bursting involves bursting the old pipe apart as a new pipe is pulled through. You are left with a strong new pipe exactly in the same place as where the old pipe was.

Pipe relining has some similarities, but instead a fiberglass liner is places inside of the damaged pipes. The pipes are sealed, and your pipes will now last for many years to come.

Trenchless sewer repair is the way to go to avoid costly damage to trees, sidewalks, driveways, and landscaping.