Polybutylene to PEX Replacement in Sandy UT

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# Sandy basement polybutylene swap and hose bib

##### We got called out to a property in Sandy because the homeowners were remodeling their basement and knew they still had polybutylene pipe. That stuff was…

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Outdoor frost-free hose bib mounted through brick exterior wall after replacement service in Sandy Utah

Mountain Man Plumbing replaced this frost-free outdoor hose bib on a brick wall during a Sandy, UT basement plumbing update.

Open basement ceiling joists with plumbing runs visible before finish work during poly pipe upgrade Sandy

Mountain Man Plumbing worked through this open Sandy, UT basement ceiling to swap polybutylene before finishes closed it in.

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Mountain Man Plumbing ran this blue PEX through the Sandy, UT basement framing while replacing defective polybutylene pipe.

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Mountain Man Plumbing tied new PEX into the water heater loop on this Sandy, UT job after removing polybutylene sections.

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Mountain Man Plumbing replaced polybutylene like these lines near the water heater during a Sandy, UT basement remodel.

Cluster of polybutylene pipes and fittings above mechanical equipment in open Sandy basement utility space

Mountain Man Plumbing cleared questionable polybutylene runs like these in a Sandy, UT basement before walls were finished.

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We got called out to a property in Sandy because the homeowners were remodeling their basement and knew they still had polybutylene pipe. That stuff was used a lot in the ’80s through the late ’90s, and even back then it started giving people trouble. There was a big lawsuit that put the manufacturer out of business and left millions of homes stuck with it. We run into it regularly at Mountain Man Plumbing, and Sandy is a real hotspot because so many houses there were built right when that was the go-to material.

While the basement was open we replaced about forty-five feet of the polybutylene that was going to get finished over, and we tied the new PEX back into the water heater loop so everything stayed solid. That was the meat of the job—getting the questionable pipe out before the walls closed up.

We also changed out the outdoor frost-free hose bib while we had access, and we replaced a questionable saddle valve that was clamping onto the line and piercing it to feed the ice maker. Those little clamp-on valves are never our favorite, so we put in a proper ice maker shutoff while we were already there. Water went back on, we checked for leaks, and the remodel could move forward with better pipe and cleaner shutoffs in place.

**Job facts:** Appliance Connections in Sandy, Utah. **Historical price example:** The recorded total for this completed job was **$750.00** in September 2026. This is a past-job example, not today's quote.

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Prior to the work Tyler came out to my home and provided an estimate on the work, and stuck to the estimate. He's been easy to work with, cleaned up after himself, and also allowed me to change an appointment close to my originally planned estimate appointment over the phone. The website is also easy to use and efficient for scheduling an estimate. Thank you! Posted on Google Jeremy Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

I had a great experience with Mountain Man Plumbing. Tyler showed up right on time, was professional, and got everything taken care of faster than expected—finishing the entire job in less than a day. He replaced our water heater, took care of the valves, and installed a new expansion tank, all with great attention to detail.

Everything is working perfectly now, and the whole process was smooth and stress-free. Highly recommend Tyler and the team if you’re looking for reliable, efficient plumbing work! Posted on Google Dana Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Tyler was very professional, polite and honest. Instead of trying to sell me new parts or a whole new water heater he showed me that some of the heating elements just needed cleaned. I would recommend this company for anyone looking for honest help to get the right fix without getting ripped off. Posted on Google Kyle Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Honest, thorough (caught a problem a couple people had missed), on time/reliable Posted on Google Barb Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Efficient, clean, and knowledgeable. Posted on Google Wendy Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Tyler was great! Hard to find a plumber who preps for a service call like he did. He asked questions before he came over to fix a shower valve so he could make sure he had the right parts for the fixture so he was as efficient as possible when he got here. Communication was great prior to the service call and during. Fixed everything I needed in a couple of hours for a very reasonable price. Posted on Google Ellen Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great service, fair pricing, quality work. I feel lucky to have found Tyler Nerdin at Mountain Man Plumbing! Posted on Google Karthik Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Tyler was great. He kept his schedule and his work was flawless. Definitely knows his craft. Posted on Google Jon Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great service. Tyler updated everything that had been missed with my old water heater, even unplugged my floor drain. Highly recommended.
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