Why Kitec Replacement Is Urgent
Kitec plumbing was installed in many Coquitlam condos and homes built between 1995 and 2007. The brass fittings corrode from the inside, leading to sudden catastrophic failure — burst pipes, flooding, and in extreme cases, fire from water reaching electrical components.
Many BC insurance companies now require Kitec disclosure and may deny claims or cancel policies for homes with unreplaced Kitec. Replacement also significantly increases home resale value and eliminates liability in strata buildings.
Pricing: partial replacement from $3,000; full home Kitec replacement from $8,000–$15,000 depending on home size; free assessment; insurance disclosure assistance included.
Why Replace Kitec Now?
- ✓Eliminate fire and catastrophic flood risk
- ✓Required by many BC insurers for coverage
- ✓Significantly increases your home's resale value
- ✓Class action settlement funds may be available
- ✓Full or partial replacement options available
- ✓Licensed Red Seal plumbers on every job
Our Kitec Replacement Process
Free Assessment
We inspect your plumbing and confirm whether Kitec is present. We identify the scope — partial or full replacement required.
Detailed Quote
You receive a written quote covering all labour, materials, permit fees, and estimated completion time. No hidden costs.
Replacement Work
Our plumbers remove Kitec piping and fittings, replacing with modern PEX or copper with certified fittings.
Inspection & Documentation
Work is inspected and documented for your insurance company and any strata or real estate disclosure requirements.
Why Choose HVAC Coquitlam?
Kitec Specialists
We've completed Kitec replacements in dozens of Coquitlam condos and single-family homes. We know the scope, the timeline, and the process.
Insurance Knowledge
We understand what BC insurers require for Kitec disclosure and can provide documentation to support your policy renewal or sale.
Warranty Available
Our Kitec replacement work comes with a full 1-year labour warranty and we use materials warrantied by the manufacturer.
Class Action Awareness
We can provide information about the Kitec class action settlement and whether your fixtures may qualify for compensation.
Coquitlam Homeowners — Kitec Replaced
"Our insurer was threatening to cancel our policy unless we replaced the Kitec. HVAC Coquitlam handled the assessment, replacement, and the documentation for the insurance company. Professional from start to finish."
"Sold our condo and needed Kitec replaced before closing. They completed the full replacement in 3 days and provided all the documentation we needed for the real estate transaction."
"Our strata coordinated a building-wide Kitec replacement and HVAC Coquitlam was the most organized bidder. They finished our unit on schedule and the workmanship was excellent."
Kitec Plumbing FAQs
What is Kitec plumbing?
Kitec is a brand of flexible piping system installed in many Canadian homes and condos from approximately 1995 to 2007. It consists of an aluminum pipe with a plastic inner and outer layer, connected with brass fittings. The fittings corrode from the inside due to a reaction with hot water and zinc, leading to failure.
Is Kitec plumbing dangerous?
Yes. Kitec fittings can fail suddenly without warning, causing major flooding. In some cases, water reaching electrical components has caused fires. The system was subject to a class action lawsuit in Canada. It is considered a significant risk in any home where it has not been replaced.
How do I know if my Coquitlam home has Kitec?
Look for orange (hot water) and blue (cold water) flexible pipes behind walls, under sinks, or in your mechanical room. Kitec brass fittings are stamped with the Kitec name. The pipe itself may also be marked with 'Kitec,' 'KTC,' 'IPEX,' or 'PlumbBetter.' A free assessment by our plumbers will confirm.
Will my insurance cover Kitec replacement?
Most BC home insurance policies do not cover the cost of proactive Kitec replacement — only damage resulting from a failure. However, many insurers require disclosure and may cancel or refuse to renew policies for homes with Kitec. We provide documentation for your insurer upon completion.
Is there settlement money available for Kitec?
A class action settlement was reached for Canadian Kitec claims. Claim deadlines have passed for the main settlement, but you should consult a lawyer to understand your options. We can provide documentation of the Kitec system found in your home to support any ongoing claims.
Get Your Free Kitec Assessment Today
Don't wait for a failure. Book a free Kitec assessment in Coquitlam. We'll confirm what you have and provide a detailed replacement quote.
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