Sewer pipe bursting technology, also referred to as trenchless pipe excavation, has made some significant improvements over the past decade. Before, if you caught news that a local sewage pipe ruptured and needs repaired, you would instantly imagine (and expect) massive road demolition, extensive traffic congestion, long-term construction, and near-by commercial businesses taking a financial hit.
Sewer pipe repair used to be tedious, inconvenient, and messy; blocking popular high-traffic roadways and businesses and costing loads more money to accomplish. But with the latest advancements in plumbing pipe repair, there is a better and easier way of doing things now. Continue reading to learn more about trenchless pipe bursting technology and how it benefits companies, contractors, and various industries in terms of pipe repair and replacement.
Pipe Repair and Replacement
Trenchless pipe repair and replacement is the perfect solution to fixing damaged or problematic sewage pipes deep beneath the ground. Its process is quite simple actually: two holes are dug, one at each end of the section of piping that needs repaired. Then a remote-controlled machine is inserted into one hole and guided through the pipe until it’s near the second hole. If the pipe simply needs renovating or reinforcing, there are two easy methods:
- Insert a polyethylene tube after the machine is inserted, and then expand it or attach it to the inner walls of the existing piping using hot air or ultraviolet light.
- Spray an epoxy resin onto the inner walls of the existing piping.
For larger projects and repairs, these simple patching remedies won’t do. The level of repair and replacement must be kicked up a notch. This is where trenchless pipe bursting technology becomes most useful. Just like before, a remote-guided machine is inserted into one hole, but this time it has an auger attached to the front of it. It is directed through the path of the pipe, or the corrected path, slicing the existing pipe walls to shreds with thin blades. This forces the old piping to the side and allows new piping to be inserted and expanded. This eliminates several hazards and inconveniences, like ground heaving, heavy construction, massive demolition, and more.
If you are a commercial business or property owner that requires pipe repair and replacement services, be sure to trust only a licensed master plumber for the job. This kind of work requires a unique, comprehensive understanding of plumbing systems and pipe works that only master plumbers retain. Be sure they have more than 10 years of experience so they are familiar with the old and new versions of underground piping and sewage systems.