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Whole-house repiping cost
Repiping a typical 2-bath house runs $4,000–$15,000. PEX is usually the value pick; copper adds 30–60%. Confirm the quote includes drywall patching — 'pipes only' quotes hide $1,500–$3,000 of finish work.
Price at a glance
| Item | Typical |
|---|---|
| Job price range | $4000–$15000 |
| Common variants | PEX is usually the value pick; copper runs 30–60% more |
| Labor share | Multi-day crew job |
| Permit | Yes |
| Duration | 3–7 days |
National job price data from the ee.ltd cost database, 2026 edition.
What drives the price
- House size and fixture count
- PEX vs copper
- Slab vs crawlspace vs basement access
- Drywall patching included or separate
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