Alternatives to Digging: Pine Bursting and Pipe Relining

Dealing with an old, damaged, or clogged sewer pipe can be a daunting and costly experience, especially if you have to dig up your yard, driveway, or sidewalk to replace the pipe. Fortunately, there are alternatives to digging that are cost-effective, minimally invasive, and eco-friendly.

Two of the most popular options are pipe bursting and pipe relining.

Pipe bursting is a trenchless technology that involves bursting the existing pipe while simultaneously installing a new High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE) pipe.



The process involves using a cone-shaped bursting head that is pulled through the old pipe with a cable, creating an expanding force that fractures the old pipe and pushes it out of the way.

The new HDPE pipe is then installed in the space left behind by the old pipe. The benefits of pipe bursting are that it is fast, cost-effective, and minimally invasive. Tony's Drain and Sewer Cleaning plumbing contractors can assess whether pipe bursting is a viable option for your sewer repair needs.

Pipe relining, on the other hand, involves the insertion of a lining material, which is usually a woven polyester yarn with a polyurethane coating, into the existing pipe. The lining is inflated using hot water or hot air, which forces it to conform to the shape of the old pipe, creating a new pipe within the old one.

Once the lining has cured, it becomes a hard, durable pipe that can withstand years of use. Pipe relining is a more affordable and less disruptive option to traditional sewer repair. It also helps prevent future root infiltration because the new lining is a single sheet material.

Using either of these trenchless technologies to repair your sewer line has its benefits. Unlike traditional dig-and-replace methods, pipe bursting and pipe relining don’t require excavating large trenches in your yard.

This means that your landscaping, driveway, sidewalks, and other outdoor fixtures will remain intact. Also, both methods take less time to complete than traditional sewer repairs, so your daily routine will be minimally disrupted.

A sample story of the benefits of using these alternatives to digging for sewer repair:

Mike and Linda had noticed that their basement toilet was backing up, and they could hear gurgling noises whenever they flushed their toilets or ran their washing machine. They called Tony's Drain and Sewer Cleaning, and after conducting a thorough camera inspection, the plumber identified an offset in their main sewer line. The plumber recommended that they use trenchless technologies like pipe bursting or pipe relining to fix the problem.

After weighing their options and consulting with the plumbing contractor, they decided to go with pipe relining. The process took just a few hours, and by the end of the day, their sewer line was fixed without the need for excavation.

They were thrilled that they didn't have to deal with any digging, and their yard remained intact. Best of all, they no longer had to worry about future root infiltration or other costly repairs.

In conclusion, if you're dealing with a damaged sewer pipe, don't assume that digging is your only option. Tony's Drain and Sewer Cleaning offers advanced trenchless sewer repair technologies like pipe bursting and pipe relining that can save you time, money, and hassle. Contact them today (630) 596-7712 to learn more about these cost-effective, eco-friendly alternatives to traditional sewer repair.

What are the Alternatives to Digging? Written by Tony's Drain and Sewer Cleaning