Warning signs
Signs you need repiping
- Known polybutylene or galvanised steel supply piping
- A pipe has burst after freezing
- Rusty or discoloured water at multiple fixtures
- Repeated pinhole leaks in the same system
The job itself
How repiping is done properly
Repiping & Pipe Repair is handled by independent licensed plumbers in Florida. This page covers what the work involves, what changes the price, and the Florida code and permit rules that apply. Published ranges are on the separate repiping costs page. Locally, the biggest markets for it are Jacksonville, Miami, Tampa. Requests for it often arrive alongside plumbing inspection.
- The existing system is mapped and material and condition documented
- Pipe material and routing are selected (PEX, copper, CPVC)
- Permits are pulled and the work is staged to limit water-off time
- New lines are run, fixtures reconnected, and the system pressure-tested
- Openings are patched and the work is inspected
Price drivers
What drives repiping pricing in Florida
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Number of fixtures, bathrooms and stories
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Pipe material chosen
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Slab versus crawl space versus accessible basement routing
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How much drywall, tile or plaster must be opened and restored
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Whether the water service line and main shut-off are replaced at the same time
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Permit and inspection requirements
Scope boundary
What a standard visit covers — and what is billed on top
The single biggest source of quote disputes is the boundary between these two columns. Get it written down before work starts.
| Normally included | Commonly billed on top |
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| Permit application and the required rough-in and final inspections | Replacing the water service line, main shut-off or pressure regulator |
| Pressure testing the finished system and reconnecting all fixtures | Temporary lodging or a bypass supply while the house lacks water |
| Mapping the existing system and planning the new pipe routes | Drywall, plaster or tile restoration, texturing and repainting after the work |
Local pages
Repiping by city in Florida
Each city page adds local ZIP coverage, permit authority and routing detail.
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Jacksonville
Duval County
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Miami
Miami-Dade County
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Tampa
Hillsborough County
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Orlando
Orange County
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Hialeah
Miami-Dade County
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Tallahassee
Leon County
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Fort Lauderdale
Broward County
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Cape Coral
Lee County
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Pembroke Pines
Broward County
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Port Saint Lucie
St. Lucie County
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Gainesville
Alachua County
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Melbourne
Brevard County
Before you sign
Questions to ask before authorising repiping
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Will every fixture, hose bib and appliance line be reconnected, including the water heater, ice maker and outdoor spigots?
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Is the main shut-off, pressure regulator and service line included, because leaving old components upstream undermines the new system?
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Which pipe material is proposed for the new distribution lines, and how does that material perform with local water chemistry?
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How many days will water be shut off, and will a temporary supply keep at least one bathroom usable overnight?
Before anyone touches a pipe
Verify the licence. It takes two minutes.
- Who licenses the work: Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR), Construction Industry Licensing Board (CILB) together with the local jurisdiction.
- Who pulls the permit: the licensed contractor, never the homeowner.
- What to ask for: the licence number, the registered name behind it, and an insurance certificate issued to the property address.
Answers first
Repiping in Florida — faq
How do I know if my house needs repiping?
The usual triggers are the material itself (galvanised steel or polybutylene), repeated pinhole leaks across the system rather than at one spot, and discoloured water at multiple fixtures. One leak in one place is a repair; a pattern across the house is a repipe conversation.
PEX or copper?
PEX installs faster, costs less in labour, tolerates freezing better and has fewer joints in walls. Copper has a longer track record and is preferred by some jurisdictions and some buyers. Local code, water chemistry and your resale plans all factor in — ask the contractor to justify the choice for your specific house.
How long does a whole-house repipe take?
For a typical single-family home, commonly a few days of pipe work plus separate drywall repair and inspection. Water is usually off only for part of each working day rather than continuously.
Does calling create any obligation to hire?
None. A call or a callback request is a conversation, not a contract. Scope, timing and price are only agreed if you decide to proceed with the professional handling Florida.
Are night and weekend calls handled differently in Florida?
Requests route around the clock, but most contractors price after-hours work differently. Ask for the after-hours rate and a committed arrival window before agreeing to a dispatch.
What information speeds up a repiping callback?
Three things: where the water or problem is showing, whether the supply is shut off, and the property type — slab, crawl space or basement. With those, a pro covering Florida can triage the urgency and bring the right parts.
How should a repiping quote be compared?
Line by line against scope: what is included, what is excluded, who pulls the permit, and whether haul-away and restoration are inside the number. The cost guides on this site list published third-party ranges so any quote can be sanity-checked.
Who handles the permit for repiping in Florida?
The licensed contractor pulls the permit — never the homeowner. If a contractor proposes skipping a required permit, treat that as the signal to stop and verify the licence.
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Repiping in Florida
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Keep reading
Related
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Cost guide
Repiping cost ranges in Florida
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Services
All plumbing services
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Licensing
Florida licensing and permits