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Surrey, BC

Kitec Pipe Replacement in Surrey, BC

Kitec Fittings Fail Without Warning — Replace Before They Do

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Kitec Pipe Replacement in Surrey

Kitec pipe was installed in Lower Mainland homes from roughly 1995 to 2007 — right after Poly B was phased out. You can spot it by the orange (hot) and blue (cold) flexible pipe and the distinctive brass fittings. The pipe itself holds up fine. It's the fittings that fail. They deteriorate through dezincification: zinc leaches out of the brass over time, and eventually a fitting that looks fine from the outside cracks under pressure — sometimes without any warning at all. When we replace Kitec in a Surrey home, we pull the full system: pipe and every last fitting. You get a proper repipe with PEX-A, a plumbing permit, and a documented record.

What's Included

  • Full inspection to confirm Kitec pipe and assess fitting condition
  • Complete removal of all Kitec pipe and brass fittings
  • Full repipe with PEX-A (cross-linked polyethylene)
  • City of Surrey plumbing permit and final inspection
  • Reconnection of all fixtures, appliances, and water meter
  • Pressure testing of the new system before sign-off
  • Written assessment report for insurance or resale documentation

When You Need This Service

  • →Your home was built or renovated between 1995 and 2007 and has never been repiped
  • →You can see orange and blue flexible pipe at your water heater, under sinks, or in the crawl space
  • →Your insurer flagged Kitec at renewal or refused to write a new policy
  • →A home inspection report listed Kitec as a deficiency
  • →You're preparing to sell and want to clear the issue before listing
  • →You've had an unexplained leak and traced it to a Kitec fitting

Our Process

  1. 1

    We inspect every accessible pipe location and confirm the Kitec system — water meter, utility spaces, under sinks, crawl space.

  2. 2

    We apply for the City of Surrey plumbing permit before any work starts.

  3. 3

    Our crew removes all Kitec pipe and fittings and routes new PEX-A through the same pathways, keeping drywall access minimal.

  4. 4

    We pressure-test the full new system before reconnecting fixtures.

  5. 5

    The City inspector signs off. You get a copy of the completed permit.

Why Choose Surrey Poly B Pros for Kitec Pipe Replacement

  • We replace pipe and fittings — not just one or the other
  • Permit included on every job, no exceptions
  • PEX-A installation rated for 50+ years
  • Written assessment report for your insurer or listing agent
  • Pressure-tested before we leave the site

Kitec Pipe Replacement — Where We Work

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FAQ

Kitec Pipe Replacement — Common Questions

What is Poly B pipe and why does it need to be replaced?
Polybutylene (Poly B) is a grey plastic pipe installed in BC homes between the late 1970s and mid-1990s. It reacts with chlorine in municipal water, causing the pipe walls to flake and crack from the inside. Leaks often start without warning — sometimes behind walls or under floors — and can cause significant water damage. Most insurers now flag it as a liability.
How do I know if my home has Poly B pipe?
Poly B is grey, flexible plastic pipe usually found at the water meter, under sinks, in utility rooms, and in crawl spaces. It's often stamped 'PB2110' along its length. If your home was built between 1978 and 1995 in the Lower Mainland, there's a good chance it has Poly B. We can inspect and confirm.
How long does a full Poly B replacement take?
A typical Surrey home takes one to two days for a full repipe, depending on size and layout. Larger homes or those with complex plumbing may take a day longer. We aim to have your water restored by end of day.
Will my homeowner's insurance cover Poly B replacement?
Most standard home insurance policies do not cover elective replacement — they cover damage caused by a sudden leak. Some insurers in BC are now refusing new policies or raising premiums on homes with Poly B. We can provide a written assessment report to support your claim or policy review.
What do you replace Poly B with?
We replace Poly B with PEX-A (cross-linked polyethylene), the current standard for residential repiping. PEX is flexible, freeze-resistant, and rated for 50+ years of service. We can also use copper if you prefer — just ask.
Do you pull the required plumbing permits?
Yes. All repipe work in Surrey requires a plumbing permit from the City of Surrey. We handle the permit application and schedule the required inspection so you have a clean, documented record for resale or insurance.

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