Pipe repair in Burnaby splits into three categories. Acute failures (burst pipe, active leak) get same-day or 24/7 emergency dispatch. Section replacement (one or two failed runs) typically books within 1–2 days. Whole-house re-pipe (galvanized replacement, polybutylene replacement, Kitec replacement) is a 2–5 day scheduled project.
Burnaby's heritage homes are our specialty. We've replaced galvanized supply lines in pre-1970 Burnaby Heights, Capitol Hill, and East Burnaby homes for years. The work involves careful access through finished walls, careful preservation of plaster and original molding where possible, and clear documentation of what was found and replaced.
All pipe work is permitted through the City of Burnaby plumbing inspector and inspected before and after wall closure. Workmanship warranty: 1 year on labor, manufacturer warranty on materials.
What's Included
Burst pipe emergency repair
24/7 dispatch for actively leaking lines. Most repairs completed same visit including supply isolation, repair, and pressure test.
Galvanized pipe replacement
Whole-house galvanized → PEX or copper re-pipe in heritage Burnaby homes. Removes long-term corrosion risk.
Copper pipe repair & section replacement
Pinhole leaks, sweat-joint failures, and section replacement on copper supply lines.
Polybutylene replacement
1980s-era polybutylene piping (a known failure-prone material) replaced with PEX or copper.
DWV (drain-waste-vent) repair
Cast iron drain stack repair, ABS replacement, vent line repair. Older Burnaby homes often need DWV work.
Outdoor water service replacement
Water service from municipal stop to house — copper or PEX. Common upgrade with older Burnaby galvanized service lines.
Pipe Issues by Burnaby Era
Pre-1970 Burnaby homes (Burnaby Heights, Capitol Hill, East Burnaby, parts of Edmonds) almost always have galvanized steel supply lines. Galvanized has a 50–80 year service life and corrodes from the inside out — by year 60+, the inner diameter is half the original, water pressure to fixtures drops, and the rusted pipe wall starts seeping. Whole-house re-pipe is the right answer.
1970s–early 1990s Burnaby homes (Cascade Heights, Sullivan Heights, Willingdon) usually have copper supply lines. Most are still serviceable, but pinhole leaks become common around year 40+. Section replacement of failed runs is typical — a 3–5 hour repair, not a whole-house job.
1995–2007 Burnaby homes (newer Sullivan Heights, parts of Lougheed, Brentwood townhouses) commonly have Kitec, which has its own dedicated page. 2007+ builds use PEX, which is generally trouble-free for the first 20–30 years of service.
What Burnaby Homeowners Say
“We bought a 1999 build and the inspection flagged Kitec. They re-piped the whole house with PEX in three days, fixed the manifold, and only opened drywall where they had to. Clean job.”
“Basement flooded twice last fall on Capitol Hill. They installed a primary sump plus a battery backup and re-routed the perimeter discharge. Dry through the worst week of November rain.”
“Furnace quit on a Tuesday morning in February. Called HVAC Coquitlam at 8am — tech arrived from Coquitlam by 9:30. New ignitor installed, heating restored before noon. Honest pricing, no upsell.”
Other Burnaby Plumbing Services
We handle the full plumbing silo for Burnaby homes — every service below is from the same in-house team, dispatched from Coquitlam.
Burnaby Plumbing FAQs
The questions Burnaby homeowners ask us most about this service.
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Need Pipe Repair in Burnaby? We Specialize in Heritage Homes.
Galvanized, copper, PEX, polybutylene — done right and permitted.
- Response within 1 hour — a real human answers, not a call center.
- Same rates 24/7 — no overtime, weekend, or holiday surcharges.
- Licensed, insured, permitted — Red Seal gas fitters, FSR electricians, $5M coverage.
- Workmanship warranty — 1-year labor warranty plus full manufacturer parts coverage.