The area

Travis Ranch is a residential part of Yorba Linda with single-family neighborhoods and a school that shares its name. Homes here vary in age and size, so plumbing histories vary too.

Because the housing is not all from one period, the best first step is simple: find out what your pipes are made of and how old they are. Your city permit history, a past home inspection report or the pipe at the water heater can all help.

Work out what you have

  1. Check the water heater

    Look at both supply connections for copper, galvanized or plastic pipe, and check the seismic straps.

  2. Look under sinks

    Note pipe material behind the stop valves.

  3. Review paperwork

    Home inspection reports and repair invoices often name the pipe material.

  4. Ask the city

    Check with the City of Yorba Linda about past plumbing permits for your address.

Terms you may see on paperwork

Supply lines
Pressurized pipes that bring water to fixtures; what a repipe replaces.
DWV
Drain, waste and vent piping, a separate system.
Lateral
The sewer pipe from the house to the public sewer.
Stop valve
The small shutoff valve under a sink or behind a toilet.

Local context

Water
Hard; groundwater blended with imported water
Water provider
Named on your water bill
Gas
SoCalGas; call from outside if you smell gas
Licenses
Check at cslb.ca.gov

Questions to ask

  1. What material are my supply lines, and how old are they?
  2. Would you recommend repair, partial or whole-house work, and why?
  3. Can water be restored every evening during the job?
Map of Travis Ranch. It shows an area, not an office or a job site.

Common questions

Are Travis Ranch homes all the same age?

No. Check your own home's records and pipe material.

Does hard water mean I need a repipe?

Not on its own. It is one factor a plumber considers.

Who do I call about permits?

The City of Yorba Linda.

General information for Yorba Linda, not a quote or professional advice. In an emergency, call 911.