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Cast iron & galvanized pipe replacement
A lot of south Scottsdale homes still have the pipes they were built with. If yours has rusty water, low pressure or drains that crack and leak, it may be time to replace them.
- Built for 1950s-70s homes
- Drains and water lines
- Whole house or one section
- Price before work
Same-day service7 a.m.–8 p.m., 7 days
Galvanized water pipe
Galvanized steel was common for water lines in homes built through the 1960s. It rusts from the inside out, which narrows the pipe and causes:
- Low water pressure, especially upstairs or at the far end of the house
- Brown or rusty water when a tap first opens
- Leaks at threaded joints
Cast iron drain pipe
Cast iron drains last a long time, but after 50 years or more they rust through, crack along the bottom, and catch buildup that causes slow drains. Common signs are drains that clog again and again, a sewer smell, or water stains near a drain line.
Your options
Sometimes one bad section is all that needs replacing. When most of the pipe is worn out, replacing it all at once costs less in the long run. The plumber looks at your pipes and tells you which makes sense. Our older home plumbing guide has more on what to look for.
What you can expect
A real person answers 7 a.m. to 8 p.m., every day. No phone tree.
Price before work You hear the price and say yes before anything starts.
Licensed and insured Plumbers licensed by the Arizona Registrar of Contractors.
Respect for your home Shoe covers, drop cloths, and a clean work area.
Questions
How do I know if I have galvanized pipe?
Look where the water line comes into the house or at the water heater. Galvanized pipe is dull gray steel with threaded fittings. A magnet sticks to it.
Do I have to replace everything at once?
Not always. If only part of the system is bad, you can start there.
What does it cost?
The plumber looks at the problem first and tells you the price before any work starts.
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