Poly-B Pipe Replacement Services

POLY-B, or polybutylene piping, is a grey plastic plumbing material that was widely used in residential construction across British Columbia and Canada for decades. While many systems functioned adequately when first installed, aging POLY-B pipes can deteriorate internally and externally over time. Exposure to chlorine in municipal water supplies, pressure fluctuations, and normal wear can weaken the piping material and fittings, increasing the risk of hidden leaks and burst pipes behind walls, ceilings, and floors.

Many homeowners are unaware they still have POLY-B plumbing until they experience a leak, renovation project, home inspection, or insurance review. Because failures can occur unexpectedly, proactive replacement is often recommended to prevent major water damage restoration costs later.

There are several common warning signs that may indicate your property still contains POLY-B plumbing or is beginning to experience system failure issues, including:

• Grey or light blue plastic water lines
• Visible copper fittings attached to plastic piping
• Small pinhole leaks or moisture around fittings
• Reduced water pressure
• Water stains on ceilings or drywall
• Plumbing leaks inside walls or crawlspaces
• Frequent plumbing repairs
• Insurance concerns related to aging plumbing systems

Homes built or renovated between the late 1970s and mid-1990s are especially likely to contain POLY-B piping systems.

Our team provides complete POLY-B replacement services for residential properties, townhomes, condominiums, and multi-unit buildings throughout Metro Vancouver. We carefully inspect the existing plumbing system, identify vulnerable sections, and create a replacement plan designed to minimize disruption to your home and daily routine.

Our replacement services include:

• Full POLY-B plumbing removal
• PEX or modern piping installation
• Water line upgrades
• Drywall access and repairs
• Leak detection and moisture inspections
• Plumbing system pressure testing
• Insurance documentation assistance
• Restoration and reconstruction after plumbing damage

We coordinate the entire process from inspection to final repairs, helping homeowners complete their plumbing upgrades efficiently and safely.

Waiting for a plumbing failure can result in extensive water damage, mould growth, flooring damage, drywall replacement, and expensive emergency restoration work. Replacing POLY-B pipes before a major leak occurs helps reduce the risk of sudden property damage while improving long-term plumbing reliability and home value.

Many insurance providers throughout British Columbia also place restrictions on coverage for homes containing POLY-B plumbing systems. In some cases, insurers may require replacement before issuing or renewing policies. Proactively upgrading your plumbing can help avoid future coverage complications and provide greater peace of mind for homeowners.

If your property has already experienced a POLY-B pipe failure, our restoration team can respond quickly to mitigate water damage and begin repairs immediately. We provide emergency water extraction, structural drying, mould prevention, odour removal, demolition, and complete reconstruction services following plumbing leaks and flooding events.

Our goal is to restore your property safely and efficiently while helping prevent further damage from hidden moisture and structural deterioration.