Hippo Plumbing & Heating TSBC License: LGA 0209268
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Expert copper pipe work — from pinhole leaks to full repiping.
Burnaby's older North Burnaby bungalows frequently have galvanized supply lines from the 1940s–1960s, while 1980s–90s homes in South Burnaby often have Poly-B. Metrotown-area condos and highrise buildings require commercial plumbing expertise for strata repairs. Our Burnaby plumbers are equipped for all of it — one licensed team for every type of Burnaby property.
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Copper piping is durable and reliable, but it can develop pinhole leaks, corrode over time, or sustain damage from freezing temperatures or physical impact. Hippo Plumbing & Heating repairs and replaces copper pipes throughout Coquitlam and the Lower Mainland — from a single leaking joint diagnosed at 3am to a complete copper-to-PEX repipe of your entire home.
Coquitlam's water supply can be aggressive to certain copper alloys, particularly in older plumbing systems, leading to pinhole leaks that can cause hidden water damage for months before they're discovered. If you notice blue-green staining in sinks or tubs, or a musty smell behind walls, contact us for an assessment.
Burnaby's older North Burnaby bungalows frequently have galvanized supply lines from the 1940s–1960s, while 1980s–90s homes in South Burnaby often have Poly-B. Metrotown-area condos and highrise buildings require commercial plumbing expertise for strata repairs. Our Burnaby plumbers are equipped for all of it — one licensed team for every type of Burnaby property.
The local details below come from the Burnaby service-area profile and help place this plumbing service in the context of the city’s homes and neighbourhoods.
Pre-war bungalows in North Burnaby often have galvanized water lines causing low pressure and rust-coloured water. Copper or PEX repipe restores clean, full-pressure water delivery and eliminates the corrosion problem.
Metrotown and Brentwood area highrise condos require licensed plumbers familiar with strata building systems — from suite repairs to risers, pressure-balancing valves, and common-area plumbing.
Burnaby's aging mid-rise rental buildings frequently rely on central boiler systems for heat and hot water. We service, repair, and replace commercial boilers for building managers throughout Burnaby.
North Burnaby's pre-war and wartime bungalows — many built in the 1940s and 1950s — are among the most plumbing-challenged properties we service. Original galvanized supply lines in these homes cause chronically low water pressure and rust-tinted water that won't improve until the pipes are replaced. Copper or PEX repipe permanently solves both problems and typically improves home resale value.
Metrotown and Brentwood are Burnaby's highrise hubs, with dozens of strata towers requiring licensed plumbers familiar with multi-unit building systems. From suite-level fixture replacements to pressure-balancing valve issues and common-area riser work, we coordinate directly with strata managers and property management companies to minimize disruption to residents.
Edmonds is a mid-century residential neighbourhood with housing predominantly from the 1960s and 1970s. Poly-B piping is present in the 1980s-built homes on the neighbourhood's eastern edge near New Westminster. We assess and replace Poly-B in Edmonds properties and also service the neighbourhood's older cast-iron drain lines that can crack and invite root intrusion over time.
Skilled copper pipe soldering, repair, and replacement
Honest assessment of whether repair or replacement is the right call
Fast response for active copper pipe leaks
Licensed plumbers with expertise in copper and PEX pipe work
Clean, tidy work with drywall patching guidance
Every job is handled by TSBC-licensed technicians using quality materials and equipment.
Copper pinhole leaks are common in some water conditions — we repair them properly with a solder patch or section replacement.
Professional torch soldering of copper fittings, valves, and connections to code standards.
Repair of burst copper pipes caused by winter freeze events — common in exposed pipes in Coquitlam garages and crawlspaces.
Targeted replacement of a corroded or damaged section of copper piping, with minimal disruption.
Upgrading from old or failing copper to modern PEX piping — often with less invasive installation and equal durability.
If your water has a metallic taste or blue-green staining on fixtures, we diagnose copper pipe corrosion and recommend solutions.
Pre-war bungalows in North Burnaby often have galvanized water lines causing low pressure and rust-coloured water. Copper or PEX repipe restores clean, full-pressure water delivery and eliminates the corrosion problem.
Metrotown and Brentwood area highrise condos require licensed plumbers familiar with strata building systems — from suite repairs to risers, pressure-balancing valves, and common-area plumbing.
Burnaby's aging mid-rise rental buildings frequently rely on central boiler systems for heat and hot water. We service, repair, and replace commercial boilers for building managers throughout Burnaby.
Copper Pipe Repair & Replacement Emergency in Burnaby?
(604) 365-0812A licensed technician answers every call — 24 hours a day.
Call NowPinhole leaks in copper piping can be caused by water chemistry (aggressive or soft water), high flow velocity, internal corrosion, or soil conditions for buried lines. In some Coquitlam-area neighbourhoods, the municipal water supply chemistry has been a factor. If you have had one pinhole leak, others are likely — we recommend an assessment.
If you have an isolated, accessible leak, repair makes sense. If you have had multiple pinhole leaks, widespread corrosion, or aging copper (pre-1960s), a full or partial repipe to PEX may be more cost-effective long term. We provide an honest assessment and explain both options with costs.
Properly installed copper pipes in typical BC water conditions last 50–70+ years. However, aggressive water chemistry, improper installation (no dielectric fittings between dissimilar metals), or physical damage can shorten that lifespan significantly. Pinhole leaks are the most common early failure mode.
PEX (cross-linked polyethylene) is flexible, freeze-resistant, and immune to the corrosion that affects copper. It is now widely accepted under BC Building Code and by insurers. Most modern repipes in Coquitlam use PEX for its cost, flexibility, and longevity. We can advise which material is best for your specific situation.
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