Slab Leak Detection & Repair in Las Vegas: What Homeowners Need to Know

Slab Leak Detection and Repair in Las Vegas: What Homeowners Need to Know

We get calls about slab leaks every week. Some homeowners have noticed their water bill doubled without explanation. Some hear running water when everything is off. Some have found a warm spot on their tile floor or a damp patch on their carpet that has been spreading slowly for weeks. A few have called only after water has wicked up through their walls and mold has begun forming inside the drywall.

The pattern is consistent: slab leaks that are caught early are significantly cheaper to repair than those discovered late. A pinhole leak in a copper pipe beneath the slab that is found within a few weeks might cost $1,500-$2,500 total to detect and repair. The same leak discovered after months of unnoticed water migration — with saturated soil shifting the slab, floor coverings destroyed, and mold established in wall cavities — can easily run $20,000-$50,000 when all the consequential damage is included.

This guide explains why Las Vegas homes are particularly vulnerable to slab leaks, how to recognize the signs before a small leak becomes a major structural problem, what detection involves and costs, and what your repair options are — with honest cost ranges and guidance on when each option makes sense.

What Is a Slab Leak?

A slab leak is any leak in a water pipe that runs beneath the concrete foundation (slab) of a home. In slab-foundation construction — which includes virtually all single-story homes in Las Vegas and the majority of two-story homes — supply lines and drain lines are embedded in or immediately below the concrete slab before it is poured. When a pipe in this location develops a leak, the water has nowhere obvious to go: it saturates the soil below and around the slab, wicks upward through the concrete, or finds paths through cracks and penetrations into the living space above.

Slab leaks can occur in either hot or cold water supply lines, or in drain lines. Hot water supply leaks are often detected first because the escaping water heats the slab above it, creating noticeable warm spots on tile or hardwood floors — the symptom homeowners most commonly describe when calling us. Cold water supply leaks are harder to detect by feel but show up in water bill spikes and pressure readings. Drain line leaks do not show up in water usage but can cause sewage odors, foundation heaving (from soil saturation), and eventual sinkhole formation in extreme cases.

Why Las Vegas Homes Are Especially Vulnerable to Slab Leaks

Slab leaks occur everywhere there is slab foundation construction. But Las Vegas has a concentration of risk factors that makes our market significantly more susceptible than the national average. Understanding these factors is important context — not just for this guide, but for evaluating whether your home is in a higher-risk category.

Caliche Soil: The Foundation Problem Beneath the Problem

Caliche is a naturally occurring calcium carbonate mineral layer found throughout the Las Vegas Valley and most of the Mojave Desert. It forms a hard, concrete-like layer in the soil at varying depths — sometimes just a few inches below the surface, sometimes several feet down. Caliche has properties that create a uniquely challenging environment for buried pipes.

When caliche soil is exposed to moisture — whether from a leaking pipe, a heavy rain event, or landscape irrigation — it softens and expands. When it dries, it contracts and hardens. This expansion-contraction cycle, repeated over years and decades, creates movement in the soil beneath the slab. That movement stresses embedded pipes, particularly at joints, bends, and fittings. In extreme cases, caliche soil movement can crack the slab itself, creating visible foundation damage on top of the plumbing damage below.

The irony: a small slab leak causes local soil saturation, which causes caliche expansion, which causes pipe movement, which stresses adjacent pipe sections and causes additional leaks. Slab leaks in Las Vegas have a tendency to multiply if not caught early, because the initial leak creates the soil conditions that stress other pipes in the same area.

Hard Water Corrosion of Copper Pipe

Las Vegas water at 16-25 grains per gallon does not just damage water heaters and appliances — it corrodes copper pipe from the inside. The primary mechanism is a process called pitting corrosion: the mineral content and chemistry of Las Vegas water creates microscopic pits in the interior surface of copper pipe. Over years and decades, these pits deepen until they penetrate the pipe wall, creating the pinhole leaks that are the most common slab leak type in Las Vegas.

Pinhole copper leaks from hard water corrosion are not random. They tend to cluster in areas of higher water velocity (elbows, tees, reducers), areas of turbulent flow (immediately downstream of shutoff valves), and areas where the pipe rests on or contacts mineral-bearing soil. Once pitting corrosion has begun in a section of copper pipe, that pipe is more susceptible to future leaks than undamaged pipe — which is one reason that homes with a history of slab leaks tend to have repeat events.

For homeowners with original copper plumbing from the 1980s or earlier, the hard water corrosion has had 35-45 years to work on the pipe walls. Many of these pipes are at or past their effective service life, which means the question is not whether they will develop leaks but when. Our hard water solutions guide covers what you can do to protect new plumbing once existing pipes are replaced or relined.

Galvanized and Polybutylene Pipe in Older Homes

Homes built before 1970 frequently used galvanized steel pipe for water supply lines. Galvanized pipe corrodes from the inside out as the zinc coating degrades, eventually developing rust and scale buildup that reduces flow and can perforate the pipe wall. Las Vegas homes with original galvanized supply lines — now 50-60 years old — are at very high risk for slab leaks and should be evaluated for whole-house repipe.

Polybutylene pipe was used widely in Las Vegas homes built between approximately 1978 and 1995. This gray plastic pipe was recalled nationally due to a systematic failure mode: the pipe reacts over time with chlorine in municipal water supplies, becoming brittle and developing cracks at fittings and throughout the pipe body. If your home was built in this era and has never had its supply lines replaced, check the pipe material at your water heater connections, under sinks, or at the main water shutoff. If it is gray plastic (polybutylene, often marked "PB"), we strongly recommend a full assessment. Many Las Vegas insurance carriers have restrictions on polybutylene plumbing.

Extreme Temperature Cycling in Soil

Las Vegas soil experiences dramatic temperature swings across the year — and even within a single day. Surface soil temperatures exceed 130-140 degrees Fahrenheit in July. At 12-18 inches depth (where many supply lines run), soil temperatures swing from below 40 degrees in January to above 90 degrees in August. Across the span of a buried copper pipe's 30-50 year service life, that temperature cycling translates to millions of microscopic expansion and contraction cycles at every joint and fitting. Solder joints in particular accumulate fatigue stress from thermal cycling — a joint that shows no visible defect can develop a microseparation from thermal stress alone.

Warning Signs of a Slab Leak

Early detection of a slab leak is critical in Las Vegas because of the soil reactivity described above. These are the warning signs to take seriously:

Unexplained Water Bill Spike

An increase in your water bill of 20% or more with no change in household usage is one of the most reliable indicators of a hidden leak somewhere in your plumbing system — including potentially a slab leak. Las Vegas Valley Water District bills quarterly; a single quarterly bill significantly higher than the same quarter of the prior year warrants investigation. To check whether the spike is from a supply-side leak (as opposed to a toilet running or other above-slab issue), locate your water meter and check whether the usage indicator is moving with all fixtures turned off. If the meter is moving with everything off, you have an active water leak somewhere in the supply system.

Sound of Running Water When Nothing Is On

The sound of water running — particularly a hissing, rushing, or trickling sound — when all fixtures are confirmed off (toilets, faucets, appliances) is a strong indicator of an active supply line leak. Slab leaks often produce a sound that seems to come from the floor or walls, sometimes louder in certain rooms depending on where the pipe runs beneath the slab. If you can hear water running at night when the house is quiet and you are certain nothing is on, call for a leak detection inspection promptly.

Warm or Hot Spots on the Floor

A localized warm or hot area on a tile or hardwood floor — particularly if it does not correspond to a heat register or sun exposure — is a classic sign of a hot water supply line leak beneath the slab. The leaking hot water heats the concrete above it, and that warmth conducts through to the floor surface. In homes with tile floors over concrete slabs, the warm spot is often easy to feel when walking barefoot. In homes with carpet, the carpet may feel warm or damp in a localized area.

Damp or Wet Flooring

Moisture, dampness, or standing water on a slab-level floor that has no obvious above-ground source (no plumbing fixture directly above, no windows or doors that could admit rain) indicates water wicking up through the slab. The concrete is porous enough to transmit moisture from a pressurized supply leak below. By the time visible dampness appears at the surface, the leak has typically been active for weeks or longer.

Cracks in Walls or Foundation

Slab movement caused by saturated caliche soil can produce visible cracking in drywall, particularly at corners of windows and doors, and in floor grout lines. Foundation cracking is a more serious symptom indicating significant slab movement has already occurred. Vertical cracks in drywall corners are a particularly common presentation. These cracks can have multiple causes, but when combined with any other warning signs, they warrant a slab evaluation.

Low Water Pressure

A sudden or gradual reduction in water pressure throughout the house — not just at one fixture — can indicate a significant supply line leak. A large slab leak can lose enough water volume to measurably reduce pressure at fixtures. Note that low pressure can also indicate a pressure reducing valve failure or municipal supply issues; a plumber can distinguish between these causes with a simple pressure test at the main.

Mildew or Mold Smell

A persistent musty or mildew odor — particularly in a specific room or area, not throughout the house — can indicate moisture accumulating in wall cavities or under flooring from a slab leak. By the time mold smell is noticeable, water has been present long enough for microbial growth to begin. This is a serious escalation of the situation and warrants both leak detection and, if confirmed, mold assessment.

Professional Leak Detection: Methods and Costs

The critical first step when you suspect a slab leak is professional leak detection — not excavation. A licensed plumber with leak detection equipment can locate the source of a slab leak to within a few inches, non-destructively, before any digging or cutting begins. This information determines which repair approach is appropriate and exactly where work needs to occur. Skipping professional detection and proceeding directly to excavation is common with inexperienced contractors and wastes money — you can jackhammer in the wrong place and still not find the leak.

Electronic Acoustic Detection: $150-$300

Electronic acoustic detection uses highly sensitive microphones and amplification equipment to listen for the specific sound signature of a pressurized water leak — a hissing or rushing sound caused by water escaping through a small opening under pressure. The technician moves the sensor across the slab surface, comparing signal strength to triangulate the leak location. In experienced hands, acoustic detection can locate a slab leak to within 6-12 inches. This is the most common and most cost-effective detection method for supply line leaks.

Acoustic detection is most effective for pressurized supply line leaks. It is less effective for drain line leaks (which are not under pressure) and can be complicated by noisy environments (traffic, HVAC systems, other water usage in the building).

Infrared (Thermal) Camera Inspection: $200-$400

Infrared cameras detect temperature differences on the slab surface — the warm zones above hot water leaks and the cool zones (from evaporative cooling) above cold water leaks. Thermal imaging is most effective for hot water supply line leaks, where the temperature differential between the leak zone and surrounding slab is significant. For cold water leaks, thermal imaging works best when the slab surface is at a temperature that provides contrast (early morning works better than midday in Las Vegas summer). Thermal imaging is often used in combination with acoustic detection to confirm and precisely locate a suspected leak.

Pressure Testing: $150-$300

A pressure test isolates different sections of your plumbing and pressurizes them with nitrogen or air to identify which section is losing pressure. This confirms that a leak exists and helps narrow down the location to a specific pipe run. Pressure testing does not pinpoint the precise leak location but is valuable for determining which plumbing branch is affected before deploying acoustic or thermal equipment. It is also useful for confirming repair success after the work is done — a passing pressure test after repair means the fix was complete.

Video Camera Inspection: $200-$400

For suspected drain line slab leaks, a sewer camera is inserted into the drain line to visually inspect the pipe interior. The camera transmits live video showing the condition of the drain line — cracks, separations, root intrusions, or collapses. The camera head includes a locating transmitter that allows the technician above ground to pinpoint exactly where a damaged section is located. Sewer camera inspection is the definitive diagnostic for drain line slab leaks and is also valuable for confirming the overall condition of drain lines before deciding on repair approach.

Slab Leak Repair Options

Once a slab leak is confirmed and located, three primary repair approaches are available. The right choice depends on the pipe material, the number and location of leaks, the age and condition of the overall plumbing system, and your budget. We will be direct about the tradeoffs.

Option 1: Direct Access Repair (Jackhammer Through Slab)

Cost: $500-$2,000 for the repair itself (not including detection, flooring restoration, or concrete work)

Direct access repair involves cutting through the concrete slab above the leak, excavating to the pipe, repairing or replacing the damaged section, and then patching the concrete. This is the most straightforward repair when a single, precisely located leak in an otherwise sound pipe is being addressed.

When direct access makes sense:

• A single, precisely located leak in copper pipe that is otherwise in good condition
• A younger home (built after 2000) with less accumulated corrosion history
• A leak in an area with easily removed and replaced flooring (ceramic tile can be replaced; hardwood or marble is more expensive to restore)
• Budget constraints that make whole-house repipe or rerouting impractical in the short term

When direct access is not the right choice:

• Multiple leaks in the same pipe section or system (indicates systemic pipe degradation)
• Pipe material that is at end of service life (galvanized steel, original polybutylene)
• Leak location under a load-bearing wall or structural element that complicates excavation
• Precious or irreplaceable flooring above the leak area
• History of prior slab leak repairs in the same home (indicates the pipe system is failing systematically)

The full cost of a direct access repair includes not just the plumbing work ($500-$2,000) but also concrete cutting and patching ($300-$800), flooring removal and replacement ($200-$2,000+ depending on material), and if wall penetration is involved, drywall repair. Total project cost for a typical direct access slab leak repair in Las Vegas: $1,200-$5,000.

Option 2: Epoxy Pipe Lining (CIPP — Cured-In-Place Pipe)

Cost: $3,000-$6,000 for a typical residential application

Epoxy pipe lining, also called cured-in-place pipe (CIPP) lining, involves coating the interior of the damaged pipe with a flexible epoxy resin that cures in place to form a smooth, corrosion-resistant new pipe surface inside the existing pipe. A specialized liner tube saturated with epoxy resin is pulled or pushed through the pipe, inflated against the pipe wall, and cured — either thermally or with UV light. The result is a structurally sound new pipe surface inside the old pipe, without excavation.

When epoxy lining makes sense:

• Multiple pinhole leaks distributed along a pipe run (treating the whole pipe rather than individual leaks)
• Copper pipe in good overall structural condition but with corrosion-based pitting
• Locations where excavation would be extremely disruptive or costly (under finished floors, under load-bearing elements)
• Desire to avoid floor and concrete disruption entirely

Limitations of epoxy lining:

• Not effective for severely corroded or structurally compromised pipe (the lining needs an intact pipe shell to adhere to)
• Requires accessible entry and exit points for the liner installation equipment
• Slightly reduces interior pipe diameter (typically 3-5% reduction in flow area)
• Not available from all plumbing contractors — requires specialized equipment and training
• Warranty duration varies significantly by contractor and product

Epoxy lining is often the most cost-effective option when multiple leaks exist in the same pipe run and excavation would require removing expensive flooring or disrupting significant portions of the living space. The no-excavation aspect is its primary advantage over direct access repair for difficult locations.

Option 3: Pipe Rerouting (Repipe)

Cost: $3,000-$10,000+ for partial rerouting; $8,000-$20,000+ for whole-house repipe

Pipe rerouting — sometimes called a repipe — abandons the damaged pipe beneath the slab entirely and runs new pipe through walls, attic space, or crawl areas above the slab level. In Las Vegas homes, this typically means running new PEX pipe (cross-linked polyethylene, the current standard for residential plumbing) through the attic and down through walls to supply fixtures. The original under-slab piping is abandoned in place (it is less disruptive and less expensive to leave it than to excavate and remove it).

When rerouting makes sense:

• The pipe material is fundamentally at end of life (galvanized steel, polybutylene, or aged copper showing systemic corrosion)
• Multiple leaks have occurred in the same home — indicates the system is failing, not just one pipe
• The homeowner wants a permanent solution rather than ongoing patch repairs
• Insurance considerations: some policies respond better to complete repipe than to repeated repair claims
• Whole-house repipe cost can be comparable to multiple direct access repairs over a 5-10 year period

Partial rerouting — abandoning just the affected section and rerouting above slab — costs $3,000-$10,000 depending on the scope and accessibility. Whole-house repipe in a typical 1,800-2,500 square foot Las Vegas home costs $8,000-$20,000, depending on the number of fixtures, accessibility, and pipe material chosen. PEX is the preferred material for Las Vegas repipes because it is more flexible and resistant to the thermal cycling and hard water conditions that damaged the original copper.

Comparing the Three Repair Options

Option	Cost Range	Disruption to Home	Addresses Root Cause?	Best For
Direct access (jackhammer)	$500-$2,000 plumbing + $500-$3,000 restoration	Moderate — floor cutting, concrete patching	Only at the specific repair point	Single isolated leak, sound pipe otherwise
Epoxy pipe lining (CIPP)	$3,000-$6,000	Low — no excavation	Yes, for the lined pipe section	Multiple pinholes, difficult location, preserve flooring
Pipe rerouting / repipe	$3,000-$20,000+	Higher — wall opening, patching	Yes, permanently for rerouted pipes	Systemic pipe failure, old pipe material, repeated leaks

Insurance Coverage for Slab Leaks

Homeowners insurance and slab leaks have a complicated relationship that is worth understanding before you file — or fail to file — a claim. The EPA estimates that household leaks waste nearly 1 trillion gallons of water annually in the US, and slab leaks are among the most significant contributors to undetected residential water loss.

What Is Typically Covered

Most standard homeowners insurance policies cover "sudden and accidental" water damage. If your slab leak occurred suddenly — a pipe failed without prior symptoms — and caused damage to your floors, walls, or personal property, the resulting damage is typically covered under your dwelling coverage. The insurer covers the consequential damage (water damage, mold remediation, flooring replacement, drywall repair) rather than the plumbing repair itself.

What Is Typically Not Covered

Insurance does not cover the cost of the plumbing repair itself in most policies — only the resulting water damage. Additionally, "gradual or repeated leakage" is specifically excluded by most policies. If there is evidence that the leak was slow and gradual over a long period (which is often the case with hard water pitting corrosion), the insurer may argue the leak was not "sudden" and deny or reduce the claim. Prompt reporting matters: the sooner you report a confirmed slab leak to your insurer, the more defensible the "sudden" characterization is.

Tips for the Insurance Claim Process

• Document everything with photographs before any repair work begins
• Get the leak detection report in writing from your plumber — it establishes the leak location and pipe condition at the time of discovery
• Report to your insurer as soon as you have professional confirmation of the leak
• Do not begin non-emergency repairs until the insurance adjuster has inspected the damage
• Understand that the plumbing repair itself (the pipe fix) is almost never covered — only the collateral water damage
• If your claim is denied and you believe it was sudden, consult a public adjuster or insurance attorney

Emergency Steps When You Suspect a Slab Leak

If you notice warning signs of a slab leak — particularly if you see active water damage or smell mold — take these steps immediately:

1. Turn off water to the affected area if possible, or to the whole house at the main shutoff if you cannot isolate the section. Your main shutoff valve is typically located near the water meter at the street or at the point where the main line enters your home. In Las Vegas, many homes have the main shutoff in a utility box at the curb.
2. Document the damage with photos and video before touching anything. This protects your insurance claim.
3. Do not run appliances or fixtures that draw from the affected supply line until the leak is located and repaired. Running water through a leaking line worsens the situation.
4. Call a licensed plumber for emergency detection, not a general contractor. Slab leak detection requires specialized equipment — not every plumber has it. Ask specifically whether they have electronic acoustic detection equipment before booking. Call us at (702) 567-0707 for same-day leak detection service in the Las Vegas Valley.
5. Call your insurance company to report the suspected leak. Do not wait for the repair to be complete — report as soon as you have professional confirmation that a slab leak exists.
6. Extract standing water and begin drying immediately. Wet materials in a Las Vegas summer can begin supporting mold growth within 24-48 hours. If there is significant standing water or saturated flooring, a water damage restoration company should begin drying immediately — this is separate from the plumbing repair and can often be coordinated with your insurance adjuster.

Slab Leak Prevention Strategies

While slab leaks cannot be completely prevented, particularly in older homes with aging pipe, several steps meaningfully reduce risk:

Treat your hard water. Installing a water softener or scale inhibitor removes the primary corrosion driver for copper pipe in Las Vegas. The Las Vegas Valley Water District water quality reports confirm that our municipal water hardness is among the highest of any major US city. Pipes in treated water experience dramatically slower interior corrosion than pipes in untreated 20+ gpg water. If you own an older home and have not addressed hard water, this is the highest-impact preventive measure available. See our hard water solutions guide for options and costs.

Maintain consistent water pressure. High water pressure (above 80 PSI) accelerates wear on pipe joints, fittings, and the pipe wall itself. A properly adjusted pressure reducing valve keeps supply pressure in the 55-70 PSI range. Many Las Vegas homes have PRVs that have never been adjusted or replaced — if your PRV is original to the house and the house is more than 15 years old, have it tested and replaced if needed.

Inspect visually accessible plumbing regularly. Look under sinks, around water heater connections, and at any exposed pipe in the garage or utility areas. Visible corrosion, green staining on copper, or mineral deposits at joints are early indicators of deteriorating pipe that may develop leaks.

Consider whole-house repipe proactively. For homes with original copper plumbing built before 1990 in Las Vegas — now 35+ years old and continuously exposed to hard water — a proactive repipe before the first slab leak is often more economical than waiting for failures and dealing with water damage and insurance claims. A whole-house PEX repipe costing $8,000-$15,000 typically provides 50+ years of service life and eliminates slab leak risk for the re-piped sections.

Use a water leak detection system. Whole-house water leak detection systems (brands include Flo by Moen, Phyn, and Leak Defense) monitor water flow patterns and automatically shut off the main supply when abnormal flow is detected. These systems can detect slab leaks when they first begin — before significant water damage has occurred. Installed cost runs $500-$1,500 including the sensor device and shutoff valve. They are particularly valuable in Las Vegas homes with known aging plumbing or a history of leaks.

Drain Line Slab Leaks vs. Supply Line Slab Leaks

Most of this guide has focused on supply line slab leaks because they are more common and create more urgent situations (pressurized water actively spraying into the soil). Drain line slab leaks deserve separate mention because they present differently and have different consequences.

A drain line slab leak — a crack or separation in a drain pipe beneath the slab — does not create a pressurized water release. Instead, it allows sewage or grey water to seep into the surrounding soil each time a drain is used. Over time, this can cause: sewage odors in the home (particularly if the P-trap dries out due to water escaping before reaching the trap), soil saturation and subsequent slab movement, tree root intrusion into the cracked pipe (roots follow the moisture and nutrient source), and in severe cases, void formation beneath the slab as soil washes out through the pipe crack.

Detection of drain line slab leaks typically requires a sewer camera inspection through a cleanout access point. If you are experiencing sewer odors, slow drains throughout the house, or unexplained foundation cracking without a corresponding water bill spike, a sewer camera inspection is the appropriate diagnostic tool. See our sewer repair page and our drain cleaning guide for more context.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know if I have a slab leak or a different type of leak?

The key distinguishing feature of a slab leak is that the problem originates below the concrete slab — below the floor level of the home. If you can see water at a fixture, under a sink, or at an appliance connection, you have an above-slab leak that is generally simpler to address. If your water bill is high, you hear water running when everything is off, or you notice warm spots or moisture at floor level without any visible above-slab source, a slab leak is the primary suspect. A professional plumber with a water meter test can confirm whether an active supply line leak exists within about 15 minutes.

How long does slab leak detection and repair take?

Leak detection typically takes 2-4 hours for a thorough acoustic and thermal inspection of a standard Las Vegas home. A direct access repair can often be completed in one day if the concrete work is straightforward. Epoxy lining may take 1-2 days including cure time. Pipe rerouting typically takes 2-5 days depending on scope. In genuine emergencies with active flooding, we can arrange same-day service — call (702) 567-0707.

Will my homeowners insurance pay for a slab leak repair?

In most cases, homeowners insurance covers the water damage caused by a slab leak (floor, wall, and content damage) but not the plumbing repair itself. Coverage applies when the leak is "sudden and accidental." Gradual or repetitive leaks are typically excluded. Check your specific policy's language on water damage and consult your insurer promptly when a leak is discovered. Keep the detection report and all plumbing documentation for the claim.

What is the difference between a slab leak and a foundation leak?

A slab leak refers specifically to a water pipe leak beneath or within the concrete slab of a slab-foundation home. A foundation leak is a broader term that can refer to any moisture intrusion through the foundation — including from outside (groundwater) or from cracks in the foundation wall. In Las Vegas, slab foundation homes do not have a basement or foundation wall in the traditional sense, so most foundation moisture issues in this market are either slab leaks from interior plumbing or surface drainage problems from landscaping or rain events.

Can a slab leak cause foundation damage?

Yes, and this is the most serious consequence of an undetected or delayed-treatment slab leak in Las Vegas. Prolonged water release beneath a caliche-bearing slab saturates the soil, causes caliche to expand and then contract as it dries, and can produce measurable slab movement. This manifests as floor cracks, door and window misalignment, cracking at drywall corners, and in severe cases, visible slab settling or heaving. The reactive clay and caliche soils of the Las Vegas Valley are significantly more susceptible to moisture-induced movement than the sandy soils of other desert markets. Act promptly.

What is the life expectancy of PEX pipe after a repipe?

PEX (cross-linked polyethylene) pipe has a manufacturer-rated service life of 50+ years under normal residential conditions. The Department of Energy recognizes PEX as an energy-efficient plumbing option due to its lower thermal conductivity compared to copper, which reduces heat loss in hot water supply lines. It is significantly more resistant to the hard water corrosion that degrades copper pipe, more flexible (reducing stress at joints during thermal cycling), and immune to the electrochemical corrosion that affects galvanized steel. PEX is the appropriate choice for Las Vegas repipes and represents a long-term solution to the slab leak risk in aging copper plumbing systems.

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