Pipe Repair Palo Alto

Pinhole leaks in copper pipes are almost always caused by pitting corrosion — a reaction between the copper pipe and water chemistry. Palo Alto Utilities sources water that, in older unlined pipes, can pick up rust and sediment. Homes with copper installed in the 1970s–1980s are most susceptible. Multiple pinhole leaks in different locations are a strong signal that a full repipe should be considered.

Yes. Burst pipe repairs are treated as emergencies and are prioritized for same-day dispatch. Call us at (408) 533-3708 — we’ll ask a few questions, dispatch a technician immediately, and have the pipe repaired and pressure-tested before end of day in most cases.

We recommend a full repipe when: you’ve had 3 or more leaks in 12 months, multiple leaks are appearing in different locations, pipes are 40+ years old and showing widespread corrosion, or the repair cost approaches the repipe cost. We’ll give you an honest assessment — we don’t push repiping if a repair is the right call.

A properly executed pipe repair using the correct materials should last the life of the surrounding pipe — 20–50 years. A copper-to-copper solder joint or a properly rated PEX fitting won’t fail under normal conditions. We don’t use compression fittings or temporary patch clamps for permanent repairs.

Sudden and accidental pipe failures are typically covered by homeowner’s insurance — the water damage, drywall repair, and plumbing repair are all potentially claimable. Gradual leaks (drips that have been going on for months) are often excluded. We provide detailed written documentation to support insurance claims.