Don't Dig, Use Trenchless Sewer Repairs!
The newest solution to ground water contamination is repairing sewers with trenchless sewer technology.
Now, instead of digging up foot after foot of jointed pipes installed in the sewer system, repair companies are using ‘cured-in-place’ technology to fix leaks, root intrusion, and complications to the structural integrity of the system that can come from sources like new construction and natural ground shift.
The materials used are placed in the joint or section that needs repaired, and they mold to the original pipe seamlessly, preventing flow in or out of the system. There are no huge dig sites and the newer materials are stronger and more reliable than the original clay or concrete pipe.
This incredible new process saves hundreds of dollars for the consumer, as well as state funded repair s by cutting down on the labor needed to repair sewer systems. Some repairs are even done using a CCTV camera so that there is NO DIGGING AT ALL!
Each job is customized to the environment and size of repair needed. The chemical standard of the pipe filler is made to withstand all kinds of elements, and the technician determines each job uniquely.
The only minor drawback to using the trenchless sewer technology is that the host pipe being repaired usually need to be turned off during the process of the installation. Some situations can be simply plugged, and repaired while the other pipes contain the flow. Professionals can only determine the specific requirements.
This technology will be a money saver in the short term as well as long term by providing alternatives to costly pipe repairs, and more reliability than the traditional clay pipes used in sewer systems.
Be sure the company you choose is reputable and that they perform inspections using a CCTV before they begin any work. Using out-dated surveys can lead to mistakes and costly failure of the repair.
Also, be prepared to need service turned off for a few hours, or even a day or two depending on the level of repair required for your specific location. The curing time of the resin must be strictly adhered to in order to guarantee the stability of the repair. As always, do your homework as a consumer before hiring any repair company to work on your property.
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trenchless technology, trenchless sewer