Modern pipe lining technology that repairs your sewer line from the inside — with minimal disruption to your property.
Most property owners are familiar with the traditional trenching method for sewer drain repair, but as a modern drain repair business, the Sewer Cleaning Company also offers trenchless repair options.
Traditional repair requires excavating a trench along the full length of the damaged pipe to access and replace it. This method is reliable but can be disruptive to landscaping, driveways, and other surface structures.
Trenchless repair uses cured-in-place pipe (CIPP) lining technology to create a new pipe inside the existing damaged pipe, requiring only one or two small access points. This minimizes disruption to your property and can often be completed faster than traditional methods.
CIPP is a proven trenchless technology that creates a seamless, jointless pipe within your existing sewer line. Here is how the process works:
Camera inspection to assess pipe condition, identify damage, and determine if CIPP is appropriate.
Thorough hydro jetting to remove all debris, roots, and buildup from the pipe interior.
Any point repairs needed before lining are completed to ensure proper liner adhesion.
The resin-saturated liner is inserted and cured in place using air pressure and UV light or heat.
Lateral connections are reopened using robotic cutting equipment to restore full service.
This method uses air or water pressure to invert (turn inside out) the resin-saturated liner through the existing pipe. Once in position, the liner is cured using UV light or ambient temperature. After curing, a robotic cutter reinstates branch connections. This method works for pipe diameters from 2 inches to 24 inches and is ideal for longer runs and pipes with multiple lateral connections.
The Pull in Place method involves pulling the liner through the pipe using access points at each end. Once positioned, the liner is inflated with air and cured in place. This method is well-suited for shorter pipe sections, point repairs, and situations where inversion is not practical.
CIPP lining can be used to rehabilitate pipes made from a variety of materials:
Clay pipes (pre-1980) typically have a 50-year lifespan. They are brittle and prone to cracking and root intrusion at the joints. CIPP lining seals these joints and creates a root-proof barrier.
Cast iron pipes corrode over time, with interior scale buildup reducing flow capacity. Before lining, thorough descaling with hydro jetting is essential to ensure proper adhesion of the liner.
Orangeburg pipes (bituminous fiber) are a special case. These pipes, made from layers of wood pulp and tar, were installed from the 1940s through the 1970s. Orangeburg pipes are too deteriorated and structurally weak to support a CIPP liner in most cases. Full replacement is typically required.
