If the pipes under your property burst, back up, or stop draining over time, it can spell disaster for your home. However, you can rectify this issue by adding a new pipe lining. This process is more efficient and affordable than in previous years. If you suspect that your underground pipes or sewer lines are experiencing issues, here’s what you should know about the process.

How Pipes are Relined

Inspection

First, professionals need to pinpoint the location and cause of the damage to your pipes. They’ll send a fiber-optic camera through the pipe to evaluate their condition and determine whether pipe relining is an option. It usually is, provided there’s not significant structural damage.

Cleaning

You’ll then need to have the pipe interiors cleaned to remove any blockages or debris. This allows the new lining to fit your pipes seamlessly and assures that water will run freely to your sewer line. Sewer cleaning professionals usually use high-water-pressure hoses to perform this task.

PIP

Once the pipes are ready to be relined, the pull-in-place (PIP) method is used to add new pipe lining without the need to uproot your yard. This method involves adding a tube-shaped liner made of PVC and fiber to the interior of the damaged pipes. Air pressure pushes the new pipe lining into place, curing inside the pipe to create a seamless surface.

If you’re having plumbing issues and think you could benefit from new pipe lining, contact American Rooter. Based in Watertown, CT, the company serves all of Connecticut and Rhode Island with septic tank cleaning, drain repairs, and pipe lining services. In business since 1980, the company also offers 24-hour emergency services. The team is experienced in all types of drain clogs and sewer issues, so they can quickly and efficiently fix a variety of problems. Visit the company’s website to learn more about the pipe relining process or call (888) 863-4638 to request an appointment.