Whole-Home Repiping
Whole-Home Repiping & Galvanized Pipe Replacement Throughout Central PA
If your water comes out brown, the shower upstairs barely trickles or you’re fixing a new leak every few months, your pipes may be wearing out from the inside. Pronto Plumbing, Heating, Air & Drains replaces old galvanized and failing pipes with new copper or PEX lines for homes across Harrisburg, York and Lancaster. Whole-home repiping starts as low as $62 a month with financing.
Call 717-708-9125 or schedule online.
Does Your Home Have Galvanized Pipes?
Galvanized steel was the standard for water lines in many homes built before the 1970s. Lots of older homes in Harrisburg, Steelton, Camp Hill and Lemoyne still have it. Here’s how to check:
- Find where the water line enters your basement and look at the exposed pipe.
- Galvanized pipe is dull gray or silver, with threaded fittings where pieces screw together.
- Scratch it with a key. Galvanized stays silver-gray. Copper shows a penny color.
- Hold a magnet to it. A magnet sticks to galvanized steel but not to copper or plastic.
Not sure what you’re looking at? Our plumbers can tell you in a few minutes.
Signs Your Pipes Are Failing
- Brown, yellow or rusty water, especially first thing in the morning
- Low water pressure, worst on the second floor
- Leaks at fittings and joints
- Hot water that runs out fast or takes a long time to arrive
- Repairs on the same lines over and over
Galvanized pipe rusts from the inside. Over the years, that rust narrows the pipe until less and less water gets through. Eventually the pipe wall gets thin enough to leak.
Is Galvanized Pipe Safe?
Galvanized pipe isn’t made of lead, but it can cause problems with water quality. The rust inside can trap lead from old upstream pipes and release it into your water over time. Water utilities across the country now inventory galvanized lines for this reason. If your home has galvanized pipe, replacing it removes that risk along with the rust and pressure problems.
Why Older Central PA Homes Need Repiping
Many older Central PA homes still have their original water lines. Patching one leak at a time keeps the water running, but the rest of the pipe is just as old. Repiping replaces the supply lines throughout the house at once, so you’re done with the rusty water, weak pressure and surprise leaks.
What a Whole-Home Repipe Looks Like
- Inspection and quote. We look at your current pipes, explain what needs replacing and give you the price before any work starts.
- Choose your pipe. We install PEX or copper. PEX costs less, installs faster and handles freezing better. Copper is the traditional choice and lasts for decades. We’ll help you pick what’s right for your home.
- Replacement. Most homes take a few days. We keep wall openings as small as possible, and water is back on at the end of each workday.*
- Testing. We pressure-test every new line before we’re done.
*Timing can vary based on home size, layout and site conditions.
Repiping Cost and Financing
The cost of a repipe depends on the size of your home, the number of bathrooms and the pipe you choose. Whole-home repiping is available for as low as $62 a month with approved credit, and we offer 0% interest for 18 months on qualifying installs.
Fix It Now, Pay Over Time
0% interest for 18 months on qualifying installs, with same-day approval on most applications. Use our payment calculator to see your monthly cost before we start.*
With Approved Credit
Why Repipe With Pronto
- Whole-home repiping as low as $62 a month
- PEX or copper, your choice
- Licensed and insured (PA161940)
- Trusted in Central PA since 1969, rated 4.8 stars by more than 2,800 customers
- 0% financing for 18 months on qualifying installs
Repiping FAQs
Should galvanized water pipes be replaced?
Yes, in most cases. Galvanized pipe rusts from the inside, which causes low pressure, discolored water and leaks, and it can hold onto lead from older upstream pipes. Replacing it is the long-term fix.
When did they stop using galvanized plumbing?
Galvanized steel was common in homes built before the 1960s and 1970s. After that, builders mostly switched to copper and later to plastic piping like PEX.
Can galvanized pipes be repaired?
A single leak can be patched, but the rest of the pipe is the same age and condition. Most homeowners end up replacing it, because the leaks and pressure problems keep coming back.
How much does it cost to replace galvanized pipes?
The price depends on your home’s size, number of bathrooms and whether you choose PEX or copper. Pronto gives you the price before work starts, with financing as low as $62 a month for whole-home repiping with approved credit.
How long does it take to repipe a house?
Most homes take a few days. Larger homes or homes that are harder to access can take longer.
Do I need to leave my home during a repipe?
Usually not. Water is turned off while we work and back on at the end of each workday, so most families stay home. Timing can vary based on home size, layout and site conditions.
Is PEX or copper better for repiping?
Both work well. PEX costs less, installs faster and resists freezing. Copper is the traditional choice and holds up for decades. Your plumber will walk you through the trade-offs for your home.
Done with rusty water and low pressure? Call Pronto Plumbing, Heating, Air & Drains at 717-708-9125 to see if repiping is right for your home.