If your home was built between 1978 and the mid-90s, it may have Poly B (polybutylene) piping — a plastic material prone to cracks, leaks, and catastrophic failure. Insurance companies often won’t cover damage caused by Poly B, and many now require replacement before issuing a policy.
At Sterling, we replace Poly B plumbing the right way — with clean workmanship, expert re-piping, and clear communication every step of the way.
✅ Full-home Poly B replacement
✅ Free visual assessment & re-pipe consultation
✅ Code-compliant PEX replacement
✅ Clean, respectful service — we protect your space
✅ The best Poly B warranties in Calgary (ask us why)
Poly B pipes were once popular because they were flexible and easy to install. But over time, they’ve proven to be:
If your home has Poly B, it’s not a matter of if it will fail — it’s when.
🔍 Visual Inspection & Confirmation
We’ll inspect your visible pipes and fittings to determine if you have Poly B and how extensive the replacement needs to be.
🏠 Whole-Home Repipe (Poly B to PEX)
We remove Poly B piping and replace it with modern, code-approved PEX piping — safe, flexible, and long-lasting. We work section-by-section to minimize disruption and ensure everything is sealed, secured, and pressure-tested. You will have water back on at the end of each working day. We protect floors and property with floor covers, booties and poly tarps to minimize dust during replacement.
🔨 Wall Patching & Repair Coordination
We cut carefully and minimize drywall damage — and we’ll refer trusted trades for full wall/ceiling repairs if needed.
📷 Before & After Documentation
We provide photo and video documentation of the work done — ideal for resale value and insurance proof.
📝 Compliance & Permit Handling
We handle permitting and ensure all work is up to Calgary plumbing code.
Poly B is usually light gray flexible plastic piping. It’s common in homes built between 1978 and 1997. We’ll confirm with a quick inspection.
No — but many insurance companies now require you to replace it before renewing or selling. And if it leaks, they may deny your claim.
Most homes can be completed in 2–5 days, depending on size and access. We’ll provide a detailed timeline after inspection.
We’ll make clean, minimal cuts and can have a professional drywaller or painter for final restoration. Some clients prefer to use their own contractor.
Yes — we offer one of the best Poly B replacement warranties in Calgary. All new piping and workmanship is covered under our Sterling Standard. Poly b Replacement warranty ranges from 1-5 years.
Yes — many fast-growing areas developed in the 1980s and 1990s used Poly B extensively. If your home was built during that time and is in one of these areas, it’s worth having your plumbing checked:
If your neighborhood is listed here and your home was built before 1998, it likely has Poly B plumbing.
Costs vary depending on the size of your home, access to plumbing, and how much wall/ceiling repair is required.
We’ll provide a full quote after an in-person assessment. No pressure, no upsells — just clear options from a team that cares about doing it right.
📞 (587) 952-7615
🚿 Call now or Book Online for a Poly B inspection and replacement quote.
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