Service With a Heart
Repiping sounds like a major project, and honestly, it is — but it doesn’t have to be an overwhelming one. Whether you’re dealing with aging galvanized pipes in a 1970s home, a corroded water service line from the meter, or repeated pipe failures that signal a systemic problem, Crown Plumbing & Restoration walks you through the process with straightforward answers and no unnecessary complexity.
Crown Plumbing & Restoration has extensive experience repiping older homes across the San Antonio area. Many homes built before the 1980s still have original galvanized steel pipes, which corrode from the inside over time — restricting flow, discoloring water, and eventually developing leaks. Our team evaluates the existing plumbing system, identifies which sections need replacement, and recommends materials that will perform well with San Antonio’s hard water. We handle the full repipe process from planning through permitting, installation, pressure testing, and final inspection. Because we’re also a restoration company, we’re especially careful about the access points we create during a repipe — and if any incidental water damage occurs during the work, we’re equipped to address it immediately rather than leaving you to deal with a separate contractor.
Crown Plumbing & Restoration offers repiping with both PEX (cross-linked polyethylene) and copper, depending on what makes sense for your specific home and plumbing layout. PEX has become a popular choice for San Antonio repipes because it resists the mineral scaling and corrosion that our hard water causes in metal pipes, it’s flexible enough to route through tight spaces with fewer joints, and it handles the temperature swings our climate throws at it. That said, copper remains the right choice in certain applications, particularly for exposed runs and connections that require rigidity. We’ll assess your home’s layout, discuss the pros and cons of each material honestly, and recommend the option that balances longevity, performance, and cost. Every repipe we do includes pressure testing and inspection to ensure everything is solid before we close up the walls.
Crown Plumbing & Restoration handles water service line replacement — the pipe running from your water meter at the street to where it enters your home. This underground line is the homeowner’s responsibility to maintain and repair, not the city’s or SAWS’s, and when it fails you’ll typically notice reduced water pressure, soggy areas in the yard between the meter and the house, or an unexplained spike in your water bill. We excavate the failed section, replace the line with durable modern materials, and restore the excavation area. For San Antonio properties, soil conditions and the age of the service line both factor into the replacement approach. We coordinate any necessary permits and ensure the new connection meets current code. If you suspect a service line problem, we can test and evaluate the line before committing to a full replacement.
Crown Plumbing & Restoration replaces curb stops, customer-side shut-off valves, and related service line components for San Antonio homeowners. Your curb stop is the valve near the meter that allows you to shut off water to your property — and when it fails, you lose the ability to stop water in an emergency. Many older San Antonio homes have gate valves that have corroded into a partially open or stuck position. We replace these with modern ball valves that provide reliable shut-off for decades. SAWS has also offered rebate programs for customer shut-off valve installation, and we can help you navigate that if it’s available. Having a functional shut-off valve isn’t just convenient — it’s one of the most important safety features in your plumbing system, and it can mean the difference between a minor leak and a flooded house.
Crown Plumbing & Restoration brings nearly two decades of experience working with older San Antonio properties, including homes with original cast-iron drains, galvanized supply lines, lead service connections, and plumbing configurations that don’t match modern code. Older homes require a careful, informed approach — aggressive modernization without understanding the existing system can create more problems than it solves. Our team assesses the full plumbing picture: what’s working, what’s failing, and what’s a ticking time bomb. We prioritize the most critical replacements first and can phase the work over time if budget is a concern. Our restoration background also means we understand the construction methods used in older homes — plaster walls, pier-and-beam foundations, and the unique challenges they present when accessing pipes. We treat older homes with the respect they deserve while bringing the plumbing up to safe, reliable standards.
