Copper Repiping FAQs - LA and Orange County

1) Checklist For Homeowners
2) Take the 12 Point Plumbing Test
3) Plumber Comparison Checklist
4) What materials and accessories do we use in your repipe?

CHECKLIST FOR HOMEOWNERS
HOME IMPROVEMENT
Pursuant to California Business & Professions Code § 7159.3
(SB 2029), home improvement contractors must provide this notice.

Check Out Your Contractor
Did you contact the Contractor State License Board (CSLB) to check       the status of the contractors license?
Contact the CSLB at 1-800-321-CSLB (2752) or visit our web site:       www.cslb.ca.gov
Did you get at least 3 local references from the contractors you are       considering?
Did you call them?
Building Permits – will the contractor get a permit before the work starts?

Check Out the Contract
Did you read and do you understand your contract?
Does the 3-day right to cancel a contract apply to you?
Contact the CSLB if you don’t know.
Does the contract tell you when work will start and end?
Does the contract include a detailed description of the work to be done, the material to be used and equipment to be installed?
This description should include brand names, model numbers, quantities and colors. Specific descriptions now will prevent disputes       later.
Are you required to pay a down payment?
If you are, the down payment should never be more than 10% of the contract price or $1,000, whichever is less.
Is there a schedule of payments?
If there is a schedule of payments, you should pay only as work is completed and not before. There are some exceptions – contact the CSLB to find out what they are.
Did your contractor give you a “Notice to Owner” document, a warning notice describing liens and ways to prevent them?
Even If you pay your contractor, a lien can be placed on your home by unpaid laborers, subcontractors, or material suppliers. A lien result in you paying twice or, in some cases, losing your home in a foreclosure. Check the “Notice to Owner” for ways to protect yourself.
Did you know changes or additions to your contract must all be in writing?
Putting changes in writing reduces the possibility of later disputes.

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TAKE THE 12-POINT PLUMBING TEST

1)   Does your pluming material have a long-term, proven performance record?
2)   Is it impermeable; can it block contaminants from penetrating its walls?
3)   Can the joints withstand rapid pressure and temperature changes?
4)   Will it perform well in all weather; is it easily thawed, if necessary?
5)   Does it resist punctures and abrasions, and not embrittle with age?
6)   Can it inhibit the breeding of harmful germs?
7)   Will it not burn, or give off smoke or toxic fumes when exposed to fire?
8)   Will it withstand the weather and the sun's ultraviolet rays in outdoor applications?
9)   It is virtually maintenance-free; does it have a low lifetime cost of ownership?
10) Will it add to your home's resale value?
11) Does it have nationwide approval of building inspectors and engineers?
12) Does it have inherent quality and value, or it is it false economy?

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PLUMBER COMPARISON CHECKLIST

The Company	#1	Other
Is real, reliable, and licensed to do plumbing.	Yes	___
Has a real shop.	Yes	___
Specialized in repiping.	Yes	___
Maintains a stable address.	Yes	___
Has a real address and not a P.O. Box	Yes	___
Welcomes and encourages you to visit our shop facilities.	Yes	___
Is not a Big Box or retail outlet.	Yes	___
Is not a marketing, or referral company.	Yes	___
Does not use labor pools.	Yes	___
Provides Contractors State License Board required check lists.	Yes	___
Fully insured and bonded.	Yes	___
Has liability insurance.	Yes	___
Has workers compensation insurance.	Yes	___
The most trusted repipe experts.	Yes	___
Has uniformed friendly crews who will respect your home.	Yes	___
Has company owned trucks with logos, properly equipped with tools and parts.	Yes	___
Has current reference letters.	Yes	___
Has over 25,000 installations.	Yes	___
Has a customer service department.	Yes	___
Has service and maintenance technicians.	Yes	___
Has installation crews.	Yes	___
We have our own patching crews.	Yes	___
We do not subcontract our patching.	Yes	___
Has a supervisor on every installation.	Yes	___
Has plumbing consultants.	Yes	___
The Technicians and Workmanship
Industry leading experts in options and upgrades.	Yes	___
Prior to installation we will design, size, and match the repipe system to required demands.	Yes	___
Our technicians have over 150 hrs of classroom training per year.	Yes	___
Our supervisors have over 5 years experience.	Yes	___
We will cover and protect your floors.	Yes	___
We will do a thorough clean-up during the job and at the end of the day.	Yes	___
Home Security Guarantees
The absolute best installation and guarantees.	Yes	___
Has no risk, peace of mind written guarantees.	Yes	___
On time installation date guarantee.	Yes	___
Prevention before disaster.	Yes	___
Property protection guarantee.	Yes	___
Low price guarantee “apples to apples."	Yes	___

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The Pressure-Balancing SystemCopper Repiping Specialist

Symmons originated and patented the principle of a fully pressurized mixing valve over 60 years ago and has continued to maintain the high standard of quality that has made our products the standard of the industry.

Polished Chrome
(Also available in Brass) Copper Repiping Specialists - Polished Chrome & Brass

The RC Remodel Cover Plate

Existing 3-Handle Fitting	Cut Old Unit Away From Tubing
Install New Valve With Necessary Adapters, Fittings, And Elbows	Install Conversion Cover Plate And Valve Trim (Available in Chrome and Brass)

CDA is the information, education, and technical development of the copper, brass, and bronze industry in the United States. Plumbing and mechanical information is found on the internet at: www.copper.org

Pipe: Type 'L' or 'K' Heavy Grade, hard (Made in USA)

Fittings: (Made in USA)

Solder: Lead free (Made in USA)

Flux: Non-corrosive, water based

Valves: 1/4 Turn Ball Valves

Regulator: Wilkins 70 (Made in USA)

Insulation: Thermacel by Halstead or equal

Fixture Shutoffs: Chrome plated brass by Brass Craft (Made in USA)
or equal

Supply Lines to Fixtures: Flexible stainless steel (Made in USA)

Tub and/or Shower Valves: Optional - Symmon's Product

Water Heater Straps: (Made in USA)

Pipe Straps: Plastic Coated wire hangers, C-Clamps, Plumbers tape

Sound Isolators: Rubatex, Thermacel, Felt, Expanding Foam, and
10-mil tape

Copper Repiping

Drain Lines

Repipe Materials

Apts / Condos / Commercial

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