If you are experiencing problems with your sewer line, from blockages to burst pipes, you may think your only recourse is to dig up your yard to replace or repair your sewer line. But with trenchless sewer line replacement in Sacramento, you can replace your sewer line without destroying your landscaping.
Thanks to trenchless technology, there’s no longer a need to dig a destructive — not to mention expensive — ditch to repair or replace your sewer line. Instead, hydraulic pipe bursting equipment is used to replace the sewer lines with minimal landscape disruption. Let’s take a more in-depth look at what trenchless sewer line replacement is and what the benefits are.
Trenchless Sewer Line Replacement: Defined
This method is designed to replace buried sewer pipes without the added labor and potential damage associated with traditional, trench-digging replacement. With traditional methods, equipment must be used to dig trenches to access, replace, or remove broken or old pipelines. This can take several days to a week to complete.
However, with trenchless sewer repair, the pipeline can be repaired or replaced without having to dig up and remove the old one. First, professionals send a camera into the pipes to determine the extent of the damage and the recommended option for repair. There are two main trenchless sewer line replacement methods:
- Pipe bursting
- Pipe lining
Both methods prevent the need to rip up the surrounding landscaping and sidewalks, as well as underground systems.
Pipe Bursting
This involves the expansion and bursting of an old sewer line, while replacing it with a new one comprised of high-density polyethylene (HDPE) at the same time. Your sewer line contractor in Sacramento will insert a bursting head into the old pipeline, which breaks it apart from the inside. A new, flexible pipe constructed of high-density polyethylene is attached to the back of this device, immediately replacing the old line.
Minimal digging is required, with just two pits being dug at either end of the sewer line for access.
Pipe Lining
A cured-in-place pipe lining (CIPP), also known as structural pipe lining, comprises a sleeve or liner coated with epoxy. The lining is then inserted into the old line and inflated. With steam or UV lighting, the epoxy cures on its own within hours, resulting in a new seal that lines the walls of the old pipes. The pass liner is then removed, leaving behind the epoxy which forms a brand-new lining right inside the old pipe.
Benefits of Trenchless Sewer Line Replacement
From reduced risk of damage to a quicker time frame, there are many benefits associated with trenchless sewer line replacement in Sacramento.
1. Minimal Damage to Your Yard
Because trenchless pipe repair uses modern equipment and machines, there is no need to make a big mess by digging up the yard. The only digging that will be done involves small holes at the exit and entrance of the pipe so that specialized machinery can be used to install the liner.
2. Less Time
With no large trench to dig, it takes a lot less time to repair or replace the sewer line. Specialized equipment and sensors are used to detect solid objects such as pipes, tree roots, and foundations. If detected, the pipe’s course can be altered accordingly. When compared with conventional methods of sewer line repair, trenchless methods take only about two to three days or less for minor repairs.
3. Cost Efficient
Because there’s no need for a large trench to be dug up, your patios, walkways, and landscaping will be free from damage. Coupled with the faster timeline, this lowers the cost of the project significantly due to less labor involved. Trenchless sewer line replacement gives you the same service and results in less time with less damage.
4. Better Quality Work
When compared with conventional methods, trenchless replacement offers higher quality work, specifically when it comes to using cured-in-place liners as well as seamless PVB piping that are higher in quality than average pipelines on the market. These high-quality materials will not rust or corrode as quickly and therefore won’t cause further problems in the future.
5. No Interruptions
Traditional sewer line replacement is very invasive, loud, and time consuming. With trenchless methods, there are no loud noises that last all day for a week, reducing the disruption to your life as well as that of your neighbors’. Instead, the work is done with minimal disruption in your own backyard without affecting your neighbors with property damage or noise.
6. Cleaner Water
Your drinking water will actually be healthier and cleaner than before thanks to the new liner that is installed. The new pipe won’t be riddled with bacteria, mold, or dirt, giving you cleaner water overall.
Get a Free Quote on Trenchless Sewer Line Replacement Today
Our highly experienced and trained team specializes in trenchless sewer line replacement for homeowners in the Sacramento and surrounding areas. Get your free quote on trenchless sewer line replacement today when you contact us at (916) 690-5858 or complete our online form.