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Whole House Repipe cost (2026)

Replacing a home's water supply piping — typically swapping old galvanized or failing pipe for PEX or copper. Choose your city to see an estimate localized for labor rates, climate and permit fees.

National average · 2026
$3,400 – $8,000

Most jobs land around $5,700 nationally; your local price will differ.

$3,400typical $5,700$8,000
Typical range
$3,400–$8,000
Most affordable
El Paso, TX
$5,050
Most expensive
San Jose, CA
$7,400
Cities covered
1000+
By type

Whole House Repipe cost by type

National ranges by option. Localize any of these to your city below.

TypeNational 2026 range
PEX$3,400 – $7,000
CPVC$4,000 – $8,000
Copper$6,000 – $15,000
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By city

Where whole-house repipe costs the most & least

2026 estimates for major U.S. cities, fully localized. Tap through for any city's full breakdown.

Most affordable

  1. 1El Paso, TX$3,100 – $7,000
  2. 2Plano, TX$3,150 – $7,100
  3. 3Tampa, FL$3,350 – $7,500
  4. 4St. Petersburg, FL$3,350 – $7,500
  5. 5Albuquerque, NM$3,350 – $7,650
  6. 6Shreveport, LA$3,350 – $7,600

Most expensive

  1. 1San Jose, CA$4,550 – $10,250
  2. 2Fremont, CA$4,400 – $9,900
  3. 3Oakland, CA$4,400 – $9,900
  4. 4San Francisco, CA$4,400 – $9,900
  5. 5Tacoma, WA$4,350 – $9,800
  6. 6Seattle, WA$4,350 – $9,800

Whole House Repipe cost by state

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Cost drivers

What affects the price

  • Home size and number of bathrooms
  • PEX vs copper
  • Slab vs crawlspace/basement access
  • Wall opening and patching needed
Save money

Ways to cut the cost

  • PEX costs less than copper and installs faster
  • Repipe during a remodel to share wall access
  • Act before a leak causes water damage
  • Get multiple licensed-plumber bids
Best time to buy

Cheapest time for whole-house repipe

You can't time an emergency, but you can time a repipe or sewer job — and doing it in a slower month means slightly better pricing and a crew with the bandwidth to do it right.

Best window
Off-peak winter for planned work
Avoid
Anytime it becomes an emergency
Off-peak savings
Around 5%
FAQ

Whole House Repipe cost questions

How much does whole-house repipe cost in 2026?

Nationally, whole-house repipe runs about $3,400–$8,000, with most homeowners paying around $5,700. Your city moves this based on local labor, climate and permits — El Paso, TX is among the lowest ($5,050) and San Jose, CA among the highest ($7,400).

What are the main types of whole-house repipe and how do they compare?

PEX ($3,400–$7,000); CPVC ($4,000–$8,000); Copper ($6,000–$15,000). Pick a city below to localize any of these to your area.

What affects the cost of whole-house repipe?

Home size and number of bathrooms; PEX vs copper; Slab vs crawlspace/basement access; Wall opening and patching needed.

When is the cheapest time for whole-house repipe?

The best window is off-peak winter for planned work, when demand drops and installers discount — typically Around 5% off peak pricing. Avoid anytime it becomes an emergency.

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