Full Remediation in Falconer Heights
When Bruce decided to address the Poly B plumbing in his Falconer Heights home, he chose Urban Piping’s full remediation and restoration package. This comprehensive approach handles everything from pipe replacement through drywall repair, texture matching, and paint touchups—returning the home to pre-project condition without requiring Bruce to coordinate multiple contractors.
The plumbing scope included complete replacement of all polybutylene lines with Rehau Class A PEX piping featuring UV barrier protection. Every fixture received new Dahl shut-off valves and braided distribution hoses. Brass exterior faucets replaced aging outdoor connections, and a code-compliant laundry box completed the installation. The new PEX system delivers reliable water distribution throughout the home with modern fittings designed for decades of service.
Site preparation protected Bruce’s home throughout the project. Ram board covered tile and hardwood surfaces, professional-grade carpet liner protected high-traffic areas, and plastic liners shielded furniture in work zones. Urban Piping’s four-stage HEPA air scrubber maintained air quality during construction, filtering the fine particulates that plumbing and drywall work can generate.
Following pipe installation, the drywall phase restored all access points. Boarding, mudding, taping, and texture matching returned walls and ceilings to their original appearance. Wall paint matching completed the visible restoration, leaving Bruce’s home showing no obvious signs of the work performed. This Poly B Replacement Edmonton project demonstrates the full remediation approach that returns homes to move-in condition. This meticulous attention to detail is crucial, especially for homeowners considering selling a house with Poly B in Edmonton. Potential buyers are often wary of old plumbing systems, so restoring the home to its original state not only adds value but also provides peace of mind. The successful completion of this project highlights the importance of addressing plumbing concerns before putting a property on the market.
About Falconer Heights Edmonton
Falconer Heights is a residential neighborhood in southwest Edmonton, nestled within the larger Riverbend area along the North Saskatchewan River valley. The neighborhood developed primarily during the late 1980s and early 1990s following adoption of the Falconer Heights Neighbourhood Structure Plan in 1989. Today approximately 1,900 residents call Falconer Heights home, living in roughly 760 dwellings spread across quiet cul-de-sacs branching from Falconer Road.
The neighborhood takes its name from James F. Falconer, who served on Edmonton’s Names Advisory Committee from the 1950s through 1979. His decades of service to the city earned this recognition when the area developed. The naming reflects Edmonton’s practice of honoring citizens who contributed to civic life through committee work and community involvement.
Single-family detached homes dominate Falconer Heights, comprising approximately 61% of the housing stock. The remainder includes apartment-style condominiums, duplexes, and rental units. About 80% of residences are owner-occupied, creating the stable, invested community character typical of established Edmonton neighborhoods. Riverbend Square shopping center at the neighborhood’s northeast corner provides convenient retail access.
The development timeline places Falconer Heights squarely within the polybutylene installation era. Homes built during the late 1980s and early 1990s commonly received Poly B plumbing—the gray or blue plastic pipes that represented modern technology at the time. After three decades of service, these systems have reached the age where proactive replacement prevents the failures that aging Poly B increasingly experiences.
Why Falconer Heights Homeowners Address Poly B Proactively
Falconer Heights residents have invested in an established southwest Edmonton neighborhood known for well-maintained properties and quiet streets. The community’s proximity to the river valley, Terwillegar Park, and quality schools attracts families and professionals seeking balanced urban living. Protecting these investments means addressing aging infrastructure before problems develop.
Polybutylene plumbing installed during the neighborhood’s development has now operated for approximately 30 to 35 years. While some Poly B systems continue functioning, the material’s known degradation patterns mean failures become increasingly likely with age. Chlorine in municipal water supplies gradually weakens Poly B from the inside, while oxidation affects exterior surfaces. Fittings—particularly the plastic and metal connections joining pipe sections—often fail before the pipes themselves.
The consequences of Poly B failure extend beyond simple plumbing repair. A burst pipe or failed fitting can release significant water volume before detection, damaging flooring, drywall, insulation, and personal belongings. Insurance considerations add complexity, as some policies exclude or limit coverage for Poly B-related water damage. The cost of reactive repairs following water damage typically far exceeds proactive replacement costs.
For homeowners like Bruce, full remediation provides comprehensive resolution. Rather than monitoring aging plumbing and hoping problems don’t develop, complete replacement with modern PEX eliminates the concern entirely. The finished project delivers peace of mind along with a plumbing system designed for another generation of reliable service.
Falconer Heights Within Edmonton’s Riverbend Area
Falconer Heights belongs to Edmonton’s Riverbend residential area, established in 1972 through city council’s adoption of the Riverbend-Terwillegar Heights District Outline Plan. The broader Riverbend area encompasses multiple neighborhoods developed over subsequent decades, each with distinct character while sharing access to the amenities that make southwest Edmonton desirable.
The river valley location provides Riverbend residents with exceptional recreational access. Terwillegar Park offers extensive trail networks, off-leash dog areas, and river access points. The mature ravine lands preserved throughout the area create green corridors connecting neighborhoods to the valley floor. For outdoor enthusiasts, this combination of urban convenience and natural access defines the Riverbend lifestyle.
Neighborhoods within Riverbend developed sequentially as Edmonton expanded southward. Falconer Heights joined earlier-developed areas like Henderson Estates and Ogilvie Ridge, each following their own neighborhood structure plans while contributing to the cohesive Riverbend community. The Riverbend Community League coordinates events and activities that connect residents across neighborhood boundaries.
The sequential development pattern means Riverbend neighborhoods span multiple construction eras. Earlier areas may contain homes from the early 1980s, while later neighborhoods extend into the 1990s and beyond. This variation affects which properties contain Poly B plumbing—generally those built before 1995 warrant evaluation. Falconer Heights’ late 1980s and early 1990s development places it firmly within the Poly B window.
Falconer Heights Edmonton Project Photos
Urban Piping documents the work completed on every job site. Below are the project photos from Bruce’s Falconer Heights full remediation Poly B replacement.
