HEP Plumbing
HEP Plumbing | Pipe Upgrades | Plumbing | Ten Mile
When Ten Mile homes start showing their age, hidden corrosion, low water pressure, or rusty stains often point to one solution: pipe upgrades. HEP’s hep plumbing team replaces outdated galvanized or polybutylene lines with modern PEX or copper, improving flow, water quality, and long-term reliability. Our licensed technicians arrive on time, protect your property with clean work zones, and finish most projects in a single day so you can get back to normal faster.
From small cottages on Watts Bar Lake to sprawling farmhouses beyond State Route 304, we tailor every pipe upgrades plan to your layout, budget, and future renovation goals. Up-front pricing, lifetime workmanship guarantees, and 24/7 support mean you’ll never be left guessing—or waiting—when you choose HEP. Ready to give your plumbing a fresh start? Let’s talk today and keep the water running worry-free for decades.
FAQs
Why should I consider upgrading the original HEP (polybutylene) piping in my Ten Mile home?
HEP, or grey polybutylene, was popular in the 1970-90s because it was inexpensive and easy to install. Unfortunately, it has proven prone to internal flaking, brittle fractures, and premature leaks—especially when exposed to chlorine-treated municipal water such as Ten Mile’s supply. Upgrading eliminates the risk of unexpected water damage, raises property value, and may even reduce homeowners-insurance premiums because today’s PEX or copper systems last 50+ years.
What pipe materials do you install as replacements and how do they compare?
We generally recommend cross-linked polyethylene (PEX-A) or Type L copper. PEX-A is flexible, resists scale and freeze cracking, installs quickly, and costs 20–40 % less than copper. Copper withstands very high temperatures, is fire-resistant, and has a proven 70-year track record, making it ideal for exposed runs or homes with high water temperature demands. We help you weigh budget, water chemistry, and building code factors before deciding.
How long does a whole-house HEP pipe upgrade usually take?
For an average 2-bath, single-story home in Ten Mile, we complete the job in 2–3 working days. Larger, two-story homes may require 4–5 days. We perform most pipe pulls through existing wall cavities, minimizing drywall cuts and allowing faster patching and paint touch-ups. We supply a detailed timeline before work begins so you can plan around it.
Will plumbing upgrades leave my family without water for days?
No. We stage the project so you are rarely without water for more than a few hours at a time. Each evening we re-pressurize at least one bathroom and the kitchen so you can cook, bathe, and use toilets overnight. If a brief full shut-off is unavoidable, we notify you at least 24 hours in advance.
What does a HEP-to-PEX or copper upgrade cost in Ten Mile?
Prices depend on home size, stories, pipe routing, and chosen material, but most projects range from $4,500–$7,500 for PEX and $7,500–$11,000 for copper. We provide a free on-site assessment, detailed quote, and transparent line-item pricing that includes permits, drywall repair, and disposal of old pipe so there are no surprise add-ons.
Do you offer warranties or after-care once the new piping is installed?
Yes. Our labor is warrantied for 10 years, and the manufacturer backs PEX-A pipe for 25 years and Type L copper for 50 years. After completion we perform a full system pressure test, register your product warranty, and give you a written maintenance guide. We also schedule a complimentary one-year inspection to ensure everything is performing flawlessly.