If your home in Victoria was built between the late 1970s and the mid-1990s, there’s a good chance Poly-B (polybutylene) piping is hiding behind your walls. It was once a popular, low-cost plumbing material — but time has shown just how unreliable it really is.

• It’s a ticking time bomb. Poly-B pipes get brittle with age and can burst suddenly — often without any warning.

• Leaks hide where you can’t see them. Failures usually start behind walls, ceilings, or under floors, leading to hidden (or not so hidden) water damage and mould.

• Insurance companies hate it. Many insurers in BC charge higher premiums or refuse coverage until the Poly-B is replaced.

• Your home’s resale value drops. Buyers and inspectors flag Poly-B instantly, and some deals may even require full replacement before closing.

• Replacing it pays off. Upgrading to modern PEX with Tubman Plumbing LTD means fewer worries, a safer home, and long-term protection from costly damage.

We won’t sugarcoat it — a full Poly-B replacement isn’t a clean, no-dust job. The truth is, removing old piping means opening walls, ceilings, or floors to access hidden lines. Every home is different, and the level of demolition varies depending on layout, finish materials, and how the original system was installed.

Tubman Plumbing LTD approaches every repipe with precision and care. We plan routes carefully to minimize damage, protect your home, and keep disruption as low as possible. Ideal conditions are single-level homes with crawlspace access — more concealment or additional stories generally mean more complexity and repair work afterward.

Our goal is to replace your Poly-B efficiently, cleanly, and professionally, so you can move forward with a reliable system and peace of mind knowing the job was done right.

Not everyone can jump straight into a full repipe, and that’s okay — but waiting forever isn’t. Poly-B will fail eventually, and even small steps toward replacement make a real difference.

Tubman Plumbing LTD can help homeowners take a phased approach. If you’re already renovating, finishing a basement, or opening walls for another project, that’s the perfect time to replace exposed Poly-B sections. You can start with key areas like the water main or most accessible plumbing runs, then schedule additional phases over time.

It’s all about working within your budget while moving in the right direction — toward a safer, more reliable system. Every piece of Poly-B you remove is one less risk hiding behind the drywall.

When it’s time to deal with Poly-B, Tubman Plumbing LTD is here to make it simple, transparent, and done right. We start with a full system assessment — identifying where Poly-B is located, estimating replacement options, and helping you plan around your schedule and budget.

Our licensed technicians handle everything from partial repipes to full system replacements, using high-quality PEX piping and code-compliant fittings throughout. We coordinate with other trades when needed and keep your home protected every step of the way.

Whether you’re ready to repipe today or just want an honest inspection and estimate, Tubman Plumbing LTD is your trusted partner for reliable solutions and straightforward advice.