If you are having your water line replaced, the accessibility of the line you need replaced is a serious cost factor. Accessibility can become a relevant cost factor if you have to excavate an extensive area, divert traffic, or use an expensive piece of equipment.

How complex a project is will also be a consideration to take into account when determining the cost of a project. How accessible a line is, the material used, and the size of the project all matter in terms of the complexity of a project and how many labor hours will have to be dedicated to it for Hero Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Electrical to do the job right.

Whether you are installing a new water main line or replacing an old one, the length of the water line is perhaps the preeminent cost factor for any project. The longer the water line that is being installed, the more costly it will be.

The most common materials used to install a water main line are copper and PVC. Copper is frequently used in cooler climates, but is the more expensive option.