25 Year Warranty.
Fixed Price.
100% Poly B™ Replacement Guaranteed.
Home Completely Protected Throughout Work.
Certified Poly B™ Re-mediators.
Poly B™ Remediation Certificate Issued.
Our business holds an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau and hold hundreds of 5 star reviews online.
The Urban Piping Advantage
28,000+
successful poly b replacements.
More than all competitors combined
15+ years
specialized experience.
We pioneered the industry
72-hour
plumbing completion.
Minimal disruption guaranteed
25-year warranty
Industry-leading protection
A+ BBB rating
Proven customer satisfaction
Fixed pricing
No surprises, no hidden fees
Flexible financing
Payments from $150/month
Complete remediation
100% poly b removal guaranteed
Full restoration
Your home returned to pristine condition
Urban Piping is Vancouver’s most trusted specialist for replacing Poly B pipes with an unmatched track record: 28,000+ successful replacements completed across Canada – more than all competitors combined. Since 2008, we’ve been serving Vancouver homeowners with complete turnkey service that includes professional plumbers, drywall experts, and painters all working together under one roof.
Note: Focuses on high-quality plumbing work; additional repairs like drywall and painting are the homeowner’s responsibility
Note: While we provide a quote from our preferred drywall contractor, we do not coordinate or manage their work and are not responsible for their services.
Perfect for homeowners wanting a fully managed project with guaranteed completion dates and professional execution.
The thing that sold me to hire Urban Piping was that I would have my own supervisor assigned to my condo reno. It made life a lot easier—I was able to contact ONE person who knew what was going on and could give me updates. The best part was before my renovations started they did a walk through and helped me prepare for the renos.
Stephanie MacGregor | Vancouver
Over the last couple years we have invested a ton of money and time into fixing up our townhome complexes. We own over 80 different townhome complexes throughout the city and have been picking away at them. My first experience with the renovations was not a good one, but after some chatting and spamming Facebook groups, we heard about Urban Piping. I am blown away with how professional and hardworking the team at Urban Piping is, and will continue to hire them for any upcoming project.
Ben Anderson | Vancouver
My husband and I have made a decent side business from buying highrises and renovating for our tenants. We do not like shortcuts and only want to have the job done once. We have had our fair share of no shows and half-a** jobs, but once we spoke to Juan from Urban Piping we were sold. Every project that we have hired Urban Piping for has been done on time and the way they operate is like an open book. I always look forward to the updates and open communication between the staff.
Lizzy Burton | Vancouver
We finally made the decision to sell our condo in Vancouver and head back to Ontario, but we realized we needed a lot of updates. It was really comforting knowing that Urban Piping knew their stuff. We had a couple emails back and forth, some phone calls, and finally when Eugene came to our condo it just felt right. The steps they took to make sure that there was no damage to my condo or furniture showed how serious they took their job. Sometimes it’s the little things that make a big difference.
Sam Hull | Vancouver
Over the past few years we have been renovating our condo building. We first hired a team that left us in the hole—the job was never completed, the things they did were never done properly. It was a disaster. But for the last year we have had Urban Piping come in and take care of the plumbing in all of our suites, and I couldn’t be more happy. Having our own supervisor from Urban Piping assigned to us has made this a walk in the park. The open communication, the constant updates, and the fact that they know anything and everything when my wife asks a question tells me that we have hired the best of the best.
Mike Allen | Vancouver
SAY GOODBYE TO SUBCONTRACTORS!!! I have had the worst experience with contractors over the years of owning townhome complexes in Van… but ever since we heard about Graham over at Urban Piping our lives have changed. I absolutely LOVE that the job is completed by people IN HOUSE and they are not subcontractors. It has made a world of a difference.
Kyle King | Vancouver
My family has had multiple townhome complexes throughout the city my entire life, and I recently have stepped up to take over the family business. The one person my dad said to always use and recommend to anyone and everyone was Urban Piping. He said that the job was always done right, the job was always clean and organized, and that the staff was the best. We recently had Taylor over at one of our rentals to do some updates and renovations—he was a nice guy that knew his stuff. I really appreciated hearing what was going on, what the next steps were, and what they intended to do. No corners were cut. I will continue to use Urban Piping for all renovations and updates.
Ethan Simms | Vancouver
Mel McInnes | Vancouver
I own 5 different condos in a highrise downtown Vancouver and have been told they are ‘outdated’ by a lot of my friends and tenants… So I have decided to finally do some updates and give my suites a little facelift. I honestly didn’t know where to start—I have a Pinterest load of ideas but didn’t know where to start. I joined a Facebook group that pointed me in the direction of Urban Piping. Wow, just wow. I was so happy how simple they made my life, telling me what I should do, where I should start, and how they could make this happen. The fact that I had one person who was able to chat about what was going on, if they ran into any troubles, and were available around the clock made it sooooo much easier.
Hailey McDonald | Vancouver
I am in the process of getting my condo ready to sell and have been picking away at some renovations here and there. I cannot do any electrical work or plumbing, since I am not the handiest of people. I spoke to someone down the hall who I knew recently had some plumbing done, and they spoke very highly of Urban Piping. I am happy to say that they lived up to the good review.
Jesse King | Vancouver
Coquitlam is a Tri-Cities community in Metro Vancouver where homeowners proactively address Poly B plumbing risks. Urban Piping completed Steve’s whole-home repipe after he decided to act before potential leaks, water damage, or insurance complications.
Delta is a Metro Vancouver municipality where Ladner homeowners take proactive action on Poly B plumbing. Urban Piping completed Roslyn’s whole-home repipe after she learned about the risks of aging polybutylene pipes including leaks, water damage, and insurance complications.
Delta is a Metro Vancouver municipality where Ladner homeowners are proactively addressing Poly B plumbing. Urban Piping completed Romel’s whole-home repipe before any leaks or insurance issues arose, replacing all polybutylene with modern PEX piping.
Leading insurance companies serving the Lower Mainland—including Intact, Aviva, Co-operators, TD Insurance, and Wawanesa—are implementing strict policies regarding homes with Poly B systems. Homeowners throughout North Vancouver, Surrey, Coquitlam, Richmond, and other Metro Vancouver communities are receiving policy non-renewal notices demanding complete pipe replacement within 12-24 months. This directive has sparked concern among many homeowners and property managers who are now faced with the financial burden of extensive renovations. Estimates suggest that the costs of Poly B replacement in BC condos can be substantial, leading to additional stress in an already challenging housing market. As a result, some residents are exploring alternative insurance options or seeking financial assistance to manage these unexpected expenses. Many homeowners are now organizing community meetings to discuss the collective impact of these insurance policy changes and share resources. In addition to exploring alternative insurance options, residents are weighing the long-term benefits of pipe replacement against the immediate financial strain of Poly B replacement expenses in Vancouver. As awareness grows, some are advocating for policy changes to protect homeowners from the financial fallout associated with outdated plumbing systems. Homeowners are also urging local governments to provide clearer guidelines and a realistic timeline for Poly B replacement in the GVA, hoping to alleviate some of the urgency imposed by insurance companies. While many recognize the need for modern plumbing systems, the rapid pace of mandated changes leaves little room for financial planning. Community advocates are pushing for resources and support to help residents navigate this complex situation effectively.
Insurance applications are being rejected when property inspections identify Poly B plumbing. Underwriters have studied the claims data: Poly B installations aged 25-45+ years demonstrate high failure rates, generating water damage claims that average $15,000-$50,000 per occurrence.
Urban Piping’s Vancouver service delivers comprehensive insurance documentation—extensive photographs, inspection certificates, material specifications, and compliance documentation. We assist Metro Vancouver homeowners in meeting insurance requirements and protecting their coverage.
You received an insurance company notification about your Poly B piping
You discovered active leaks or visible water damage
You're preparing to sell your Vancouver home
You experienced any Poly B leak incident
(indicating system-wide deterioration)
Your Poly B pipes are 25+ years old
(critical failure age)
Day 1
Days 1-3
It represents the highest-quality PEX material manufactured, withstanding pressures up to 497 psi. Class A PEX maintains structural integrity during occasional Vancouver freezes—unlike Poly B which cracks in cold conditions. The material resists mineral buildup, performs reliably across temperature ranges, and provides 100+ year service life supported by comprehensive 25-year warranties.
Many Vancouver contractors substitute lower-grade Class B or Class C PEX to increase profit margins. Urban Piping exclusively installs Class A PEX because even Vancouver’s moderate climate demands premium materials for decades of reliable performance.
Days 4-7
Unlike conventional Vancouver plumbers who complete piping and leave homeowners coordinating finishing contractors, Urban Piping’s in-house restoration team manages the entire process
Complete honesty: Some repair visibility may occur due to texture aging and lighting variations. Many Vancouver homeowners opt for full-room painting achieving perfectly seamless results, or select our “Ceiling Renewal” service delivering invisible repair integration.
Our 2-year service warranty covers all drywall restoration work.
Days 8-10
Vancouver homebuyers should approach Poly B properties with informed caution. Request plumbing inspections for any home built 1978–1995. Replacement costs in Metro Vancouver range $12,000–$20,000 depending on home size. Use Poly B presence as negotiation leverage for price reductions or seller-funded repairs before closing.
Vancouver condo owners replacing Poly B face strata approval requirements and coordination challenges unique to BC’s multi-unit properties. Metro Vancouver condo repiping costs $8,000–$15,000 per unit depending on layout complexity. Strata councils increasingly approve building-wide projects to address insurance requirements and prevent unit-by-unit water damage incidents.
Vancouver’s Poly B pipes face accelerated deterioration from chlorinated municipal water and BC’s moisture-heavy climate. Most Metro Vancouver Poly B systems installed 1978–1995 have exceeded their intended 25-year lifespan. Warning signs include pinhole leaks, fitting corrosion, and visible pipe brittleness—all indicating replacement urgency before catastrophic failure.
If your property was constructed between 1985-1997, you likely have Poly B throughout your plumbing infrastructure. Look for grey flexible plastic tubing stamped “PB2110” with brass crimp fittings. Urban Piping provides complimentary property assessments—call us to schedule. It’s essential to recognize the signs of Poly B to prevent potential leaks and costly damage. Homeowners can research how to identify Poly B pipes in the Vancouver area by checking for color variations and pipe markings specific to this material. If you suspect your plumbing may contain Poly B, reach out to us for a thorough evaluation and guidance on replacement options.
Call us immediately for emergency response. We provide 24/7 emergency service throughout Metro Vancouver, can rapidly stop active leaks, assess damage scope, and develop plans for complete system replacement preventing future failures.
