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Piping & Repiping in Burbank, CA

Residential & Commercial Repiping From a Southern California Institution

Since 1927, Moe Plumbing Services has served Los Angeles and the surrounding communities, including Burbank, with full-service plumbing work for homes and businesses alike. We’re a family-owned operation with nearly 180 professionals on staff and more than 3,000 customer reviews backing our reputation. Repiping Burbank properties is among the higher-stakes jobs we handle, and it’s work that rewards experience.

Burbank’s mid-century housing stock puts this city in a familiar position. Many homes built in the 1940s through the 1960s still carry their original galvanized steel supply lines or cast-iron drain systems. These materials are well past their useful life. Getting the diagnosis right before a single pipe is touched is what separates a sound repipe from a costly series of partial fixes.

Ready to stop chasing leaks? Call us at (818) 396-8002 to schedule a piping inspection or get a repiping estimate for your Burbank property.

Why Burbank Has a Repiping Problem

The demand for repiping in Burbank isn’t coincidental. Burbank Water and Power has reported that more than 60% of the city’s water pipe infrastructure is over 80 years old, with roughly 30 miles of century-old cast-iron distribution lines actively deteriorating. BWP recorded five water main breaks in the first two months of 2025 alone.

Municipal distribution lines and private property lines age together. When city-side infrastructure is under that kind of stress, the supply lines running from the meter to your fixtures are often in no better shape. Neighborhoods like Magnolia Park are particularly prone to this pattern. Aging galvanized pipes cause rust-tinged water, recurring leaks, and declining pressure long before a pipe finally fails completely.

Piping & Repiping Services We Offer in Burbank

Our piping work covers the full scope of a property’s plumbing system. Whether a homeowner needs a whole-house repipe or a commercial building needs new water or sewer line installation, we handle it with the same diagnostic process and the same standards.

Services include:

  • Whole-house repiping: Complete replacement of supply lines from the main through every fixture, using PEX or copper pipe depending on the property’s configuration and the owner’s preference
  • Water line installation and replacement: New supply line runs for additions, remodels, or failing sections
  • Gas line installation: Residential and commercial gas line work performed to California plumbing code
  • Sewer line installation: New drain and sewer line runs, including trenchless options that minimize surface disruption
  • Electronic leak detection: Non-invasive acoustic detection to locate leaks inside walls, under slabs, and underground before any access is opened
  • Hydro jetting: High-pressure drain clearing for buildup that restricts flow

Signs Your Burbank Property May Need Repiping

Not every plumbing problem points to a full repipe, but some symptoms indicate the pipe system itself has reached the end of its service life. A professional inspection can confirm the scope, but these are the patterns worth taking seriously:

  • Rust-colored, cloudy, or metallic-tasting water from multiple fixtures
  • Low or uneven water pressure throughout the home, particularly in properties over 50 years old
  • Leaks appearing in different locations over a short period, which signals systemic deterioration rather than isolated damage
  • Unexplained increases in water bills that suggest a hidden leak inside a wall or beneath a slab
  • Pipes confirmed to be galvanized steel or polybutylene, materials prone to failure common in older Burbank homes

A property more than 50 years old with its original plumbing warrants a professional evaluation even without visible symptoms. Corrosion builds from the inside out.

What Sets Moe Plumbing Services Apart for Repiping in Burbank

Nearly a century in business is a credential that means something in a trade built on long-term reliability. Most of our technicians have worked with us for 15 to 20 years, and each one completes a minimum of five years of training before working independently. That’s not a staffing model built for speed. It’s built for accuracy.

Our work on landmark Southern California properties, including the Staples Center, Rose Bowl Stadium, Disneyland Resort’s World of Color, and the Griffith Observatory, reflects the scale and precision our team brings to commercial piping projects. For residential repiping, the same diagnostic tools and field discipline apply.

We’ve been recognized by the LA Times Readers’ Choice, Glendale News-Press Readers’ Choice, and Angie’s List Super Service Award, and our more than 3,000 customer reviews reflect what happens when you do this work consistently for nearly 100 years. All new installations carry a 10-year parts warranty and a 1-year labor warranty, and pricing is provided upfront with no hidden fees.

Commercial Piping & Repiping for Burbank Businesses

Burbank’s commercial landscape includes media production facilities, office campuses, and multi-unit residential buildings, many of which can’t afford an unplanned interruption in water service. Commercial repiping on properties like these requires phased project management that keeps operations running while work proceeds.

We serve commercial customers throughout Burbank for new piping installation, full repiping, gas line work, and sewer line replacement. The same team that has handled large-scale projects across Southern California is available for commercial piping jobs in the area.

Schedule Your Burbank Piping or Repiping Service

If your Burbank home or commercial property is showing signs of aging pipes, or if you’d simply like a professional assessment of your plumbing system, we’re ready to help. Moe Plumbing Services serves Burbank and the greater Los Angeles area with the full range of piping and repiping services described on this page, available 24/7 for emergencies.

Call (818) 396-8002 to speak with our team or schedule an appointment online. We’re here when you need us.

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PEX vs. Copper: Choosing the Right Pipe Material for Your Burbank Home

When repiping a home, the two materials our plumbers work with most often are copper and PEX (cross-linked polyethylene). Each has a strong track record, and the right choice depends on the specific property.

Copper has been the standard for residential supply lines in Southern California for decades. It’s corrosion-resistant, can last 50 or more years, and is widely accepted under California plumbing code. PEX is flexible, easier to route through walls with fewer connections, and typically costs less to install. It performs well in both hot and cold water applications and is particularly practical in older homes where running rigid pipe through tight spaces means more wall openings. A professional inspection determines which material fits the home’s configuration, water conditions, and budget. All materials we use meet California plumbing code standards.

What to Expect During a Repiping Project

A repipe moves through predictable stages, and knowing what’s coming makes the process less disruptive. We start with a full plumbing inspection, using electronic leak detection and diagnostic tools to assess pipe material, condition, and the full scope of the problem. From there, we present options with a detailed estimate before any work begins.

Access points are opened in walls and ceilings as needed to reach existing lines. Our plumbers route new pipe strategically to minimize the number of openings, and all access holes are patched when the work is complete. Most residential repiping projects take two to five days depending on home size and complexity. Water service is interrupted during portions of the work, but homeowners can generally remain in the home throughout. The project closes with pressure testing at every fixture and a full cleanup of the work area.

Electronic Leak Detection in Burbank’s Older Homes

Leaks in older homes don’t announce themselves right away. In homes with galvanized or cast-iron pipe, corrosion develops slowly inside walls and under slabs before any visible sign appears. By the time water stains show up or pressure drops noticeably, the damage has often been building for months.

Electronic leak detection uses acoustic sensors and other non-invasive tools to locate leaks inside walls, beneath concrete slabs, and underground without requiring destructive access. Slab leaks, which occur when supply or drain lines running beneath a concrete foundation develop a breach, are particularly common in Burbank homes built in the mid-20th century. Catching them early through precise detection can limit the scope of what needs to be repaired.

Long-Term Benefits of Repiping a Burbank Property

A completed repipe addresses problems that repeat-repair cycles can’t resolve. Aging galvanized and cast-iron pipes deliver corrosion, sediment, and metallic taste into the water supply. New piping can restore water clarity and improve flow throughout the property, though outcomes vary based on the home’s specific conditions and local water quality.

Beyond daily water quality, repiping replaces the recurring cost of patching individual leaks with a single planned investment. Updated plumbing can be a factor in appraisal values and buyer confidence, particularly where older housing stock is the norm. Modern pipe materials such as PEX and copper have expected lifespans of 40 to 50 or more years, meaning a repipe completed today may serve the next generation of occupants.

24/7 Emergency Service for Burst Pipes & Slab Leaks

Some piping failures don’t wait for a convenient time. A burst galvanized pipe or an active slab leak requires immediate response to limit water damage and restore service. Our 24/7 emergency availability means we can dispatch to Burbank properties at any hour: nights, weekends, and holidays included.

Slab leaks warrant urgent attention. A supply or drain line breaching beneath a concrete foundation can cause structural damage and mold growth if left unaddressed. We use electronic leak detection to locate the failure point precisely before any concrete is disturbed, keeping the repair as contained as possible.

Repiping Burbank’s Vintage Homes

Homes built before 1970 in Burbank and the broader San Fernando Valley often contain galvanized steel supply lines, cast-iron drain lines, or both. Moe Plumbing Services has served Los Angeles and surrounding communities since 1927, predating many of the homes in Burbank’s older residential neighborhoods, and we offer a Vintage Home Specialists service for properties that require the careful, custom approach vintage construction demands.

Older pipe configurations don’t always follow conventional routing, which means more diagnostic work upfront and more strategic planning to minimize wall damage during a repipe. Properties with original plumbing from the 1940s, 1950s, or 1960s are generally past the point where targeted repairs provide lasting value. Whole-house repiping addresses the systemic nature of the deterioration rather than chasing individual failures as they surface.

Schedule Your Burbank Piping or Repiping Consultation

Moe Plumbing Services serves Burbank and the greater Los Angeles area for the full range of piping and repiping services. Whether you’re dealing with an active leak, planning a repipe for an older home, or managing a commercial plumbing project, our team is available around the clock. Call (818) 396-8002 or schedule online to get started.