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Do I need to repipe? A two-minute assessment

NYC Repipe & Repair built this to answer "do I need to repipe?" before anyone visits. Nine plain questions about your building. Your answers sort the situation into one of four outcomes, with what it means and what to do next.

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Is water leaking right now?

Yes, activelyThere's a stain or damp spot, not drippingNo

When was the building built?

Before 19401940–19691970 or laterNot sure

What does the water look like first thing in the morning?

ClearBrown or orange on the hot side onlyBrown or orange on hot and cold

How is the pressure at the highest or farthest shower?

NormalWeakVery weak, or the shower valve won't stay hot

How many plumbing leaks in the last 12 months?

NoneOneTwo or more

What does the pipe look like where water enters, by the meter?

Copper (orange-brown, soldered joints)Gray steel with threaded joints (galvanized)Dull gray and soft; a key scratch turns shiny silver (likely lead)Not sure

Have you had pinhole leaks in copper pipe?

NoOnceMore than once

Have you received a DEP letter about a lead service line?

NoYes

Are you renovating a kitchen or bathroom in the next 12 months?

NoYes

Do I need to repipe? A two-minute assessment

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