Open 24/7 · Serving the City of Pittsburgh, PANow YB Plumbing & Excavation (formerly YB Plumbing of Pittsburgh) · (412) 888-7988

Water Line

Water Line Installation & Repair in Pittsburgh, PA

Trenching and replacement for main-to-meter water service lines, fixing low pressure, leaks, and aging lead or galvanized pipe.

  • Free estimates
  • Open 24/7
  • Residential & commercial
  • City of Pittsburgh

Problems we solve

When you need water lines work

  • Water bubbling up in the yard or along the driveway
  • Low water pressure when more than one fixture runs
  • Aging lead service lines or corroded galvanized pipe
  • Underground pipes freezing in hard Pittsburgh winters
Illustration: new copper water service with meter, pressure regulator and shutoff valves on a basement wall
Illustration

How we do it

Our method, step by step

  1. Excavation below the Pittsburgh frost line (36 to 48 inches minimum)
  2. Continuous Type K copper or high-density polyethylene tubing
  3. Curb-stop valve connection and a secure interior meter tie-in
  4. Full hydro-test before backfill to confirm zero leaks

What you get

Why it's worth doing right

  • Clean, high-flow water coming into your building
  • Frost-protected depth that prevents winter freeze-ups
  • No more worrying about sudden yard sinkholes
  • Upgraded shutoff valves for emergencies

Pittsburgh local considerations

Built for Pittsburgh ground

Water service lines in Pittsburgh have to sit deep enough to avoid frost heave and freeze-thaw cycles. Our crews dig to compliant depths and protect the pipe for the long haul.

Pricing: every water lines job is quoted for free, after we see the site. Call for pricing.

Questions

Water Lines FAQ

How long does a water service line replacement take?

Most residential water service line excavations and replacements are finished within 1 to 2 days, depending on distance and soil conditions.

How deep do you bury a new water line?

Below the Pittsburgh frost line, with a minimum depth of 36 to 48 inches.

Do you test the line before backfilling?

Yes. Every new line is hydro-tested to confirm zero leakage before the trench is closed.

From Google

Rated 4.8 by Pittsburgh customers

★★★★★

“Great service and people. Can't go wrong”
Jason TaylorGoogle review · November 2026

★★★★★

“The came on time and did a great job”
Golan BarackGoogle review · November 2026

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Simple process

How it works

Requesting, planning and finishing your project, in three steps.

  1. Contact Us

    Tell us about your plumbing or excavation project through the estimate form, or give us a call. We're open 24 hours.

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  2. Get an Estimate

    We discuss your site, look at the conditions in person, and give you a clear, upfront estimate.

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  3. Get the Job Done

    Our team does the work safely and cleanly with the right equipment: excavate, lay pipe, pressure-test and backfill.

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Call or text(412) 888-7988 Email[email protected]
Address701 Wood St, Pittsburgh, PA 15221
HoursOpen 24 hours, 7 days a week

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