Whole House Repiping in Broward County, FL
If your home was built between 1978 and 1995, there’s a significant chance it has polybutylene supply pipes — and a growing chance your homeowner’s insurance won’t renew until they’re replaced. Broward Leak and Repipe provides full and partial whole-house repiping throughout Broward County, FL, using PEX or copper depending on your home’s needs and budget.
Signs you may need a repipe
- ✓Recurring leaks at fittings or joints
- ✓Discolored or rust-colored water
- ✓Low water pressure throughout the house
- ✓Your insurer flagged polybutylene pipes on your policy
- ✓A plumber found pinhole leaks in your copper lines
- ✓Your home was built 1978–1995 and has never been repiped
Polybutylene pipes and Citizens Insurance
Polybutylene (also called poly-b or “quest pipe”) was used in Florida homes built roughly 1978–1995. The material degrades when exposed to chlorinated water — which describes virtually all Florida municipal water. Over time, polybutylene pipes develop microfractures that cause sudden failures inside walls and ceilings.
Citizens Property Insurance — Florida’s insurer of last resort — frequently excludes homes with polybutylene pipes from coverage or requires replacement before renewal. If your policy has been flagged, a full repipe is not optional; it’s a condition of maintaining coverage.
PEX vs copper — which is right for your home?
PEX (cross-linked polyethylene) is the modern standard for residential repiping in Florida. It’s flexible, resistant to the expansion and contraction caused by Florida’s temperature swings, and significantly less expensive to install than rigid copper. PEX is fully permitted in Broward County and passes all city inspections.
Copper remains the premium option for homeowners who want the longest possible service life or whose HOA or insurance requires it. We install both — and we’ll tell you honestly which one makes sense for your situation.
What a whole-house repipe costs in Broward County
Most whole-house repipes in Broward County range from $4,500 to $12,000 depending on home size, number of bathrooms, pipe material chosen, and accessibility. Homes with slab foundations or finished ceilings typically run toward the higher end. We provide itemized written quotes after an on-site assessment — never over the phone.
Before finalizing pipe material and scope, we recommend a sewer camera inspection of the drain lines — particularly in homes with pre-1972 cast iron. A full repipe of supply lines alongside a failing drain system leaves the bigger problem unaddressed.
The process
A whole-house repipe in Broward County typically takes one to three days depending on home size. We pull all required Broward County permits, complete a 100% city inspection before closing walls, and provide documentation for your insurance company confirming the scope and material of the repipe.
If your home shows signs of a slab leak — warm floors, unexplained water bill spikes, or the sound of running water under the slab — that’s a separate issue requiring dedicated leak detection before any repipe decision is made.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to replumb a house in Florida?
Most Broward County homes range from $4,500 to $12,000 for a full repipe. The main variables are square footage, number of fixtures, pipe material (PEX vs copper), and slab vs. raised foundation.
Is PEX piping allowed in Florida?
Yes. PEX is fully code-compliant throughout Florida and Broward County specifically. It is the most common material used in residential repiping today.
Will my insurance cover a repipe?
Homeowner’s insurance typically covers sudden and accidental pipe failures but not the cost of proactive repiping. However, many insurers — including Citizens — require polybutylene replacement as a condition of policy renewal. Your adjuster or agent can confirm your specific policy terms.
How long does a whole-house repipe take?
Most single-family homes in Broward County are completed in one to three days. The water is off only during active work hours — you’ll have water each evening.
Schedule a free assessment
Same-day assessments available Monday through Saturday, 7am–7pm.