Trenchless Water Line Repair

broken water line pipe in need of trenchless water line repair services

Water lines play an important role in your home or business. They deliver water from the city line into your home through channels dug underground. Although these water lines are durable, their placement makes them susceptible to external damage resulting in cracks, breaks, and deterioration. Given the importance of water lines, any damage can cause disruptions such as leaks, flooding, and slow-running water. So what do you do if your water line is damaged?

Traditionally, plumbers would have to dig large trenches to access these underground water lines. Not only was this time-consuming, but it was also costly and messy as workers would have to dig through whatever was above the water line, like lawns, gardens, or concrete foundations. Luckily, technology has advanced and the emergence of new methods like trenchless water line repair has become more accessible.

The Benefits of Trenchless Water Main Repair

As mentioned, traditional repair methods require plumbers to dig large trenches to access the water main. Depending on where your water main is located, this could easily result in your patio, garden, or lawn being dug through making it unusable throughout the length of repair. Trenchless water main repair has emerged as a new repair method that solves your problem while keeping your home’s exterior spaces intact. 

Benefits of trenchless water line repair include:

  • Reduces Damage: Our trenchless water line replacement methods avoid the need to excavate or dig a trench to reach your water line. This not only reduces damage to your property, but it also keeps your landscaping and structures intact, so you don’t have to redo them.
  • Require Less Time: Since excavation is not required, trenchless replacements can be completed in less time than what is typically required with traditional trench methods reducing time, labor costs, and disruptions to your home.
  • More Affordable: Our trenchless techniques reduce the time needed to excavate a large trench and fill it back. By avoiding the need to do so, you save money in hourly rates, labor, and supplies needed to restore the excavated space.

Trenchless Water Pipe Repair Methods

Trenchless water pipe repair methods call for minimal digging into your outdoor space. Rather than digging a large trench to access the water pipe, small entry and exit points are drilled into the ground above the water pipe. This allows access to the pipes without destroying areas in your outdoor space. From there, plumbers can proceed with their trenchless repair methods.

Trenchless Water Pipe Repair Methods include:

  • Slip Lining– This method involves inserting smaller pipes into the damaged area of the pipeline. These smaller pipes are then sealed together and grouted to the original pipe.
  • Cured-In-Place– This method consists of inserting a long tube into the damaged pipe. Water and air pressure are used to contour the tube to fit the shape of the pipe. Once it’s in place, heat is applied to fasten it and create a new barrier to the damaged pipe.

Trenchless Water Line Repair Cost

The cost of a water line repair depends on many factors. The cost of materials can vary depending on the type of pipe used. Water supply pipe materials typically consist of galvanized steel, copper, PVC pipes, polybutylene, polyethylene, or lead. The existing pipe material is used to assess repair methods and to estimate the effort going into the repair. From there, expected labor, equipment use, and hourly rates can be determined. If the existing water lines are old, it may be necessary to consider a water line replacement. At the Tankless Guys, we provide full evaluations and estimates so you can compare the cost of repair vs the cost of replacement and choose the best option for you.

Best Trenchless Water Line Repair Contractors

The Tankless Guys are licensed plumbing experts with years of knowledge and experience working on water main repair projects. We are transparent and provide detailed assessments before beginning any water line repair job. We provide you with the details, options, and recommendations you need to make the best decision for your home.

Don’t let water line problems interrupt your day-to-day life. Book Now or contact the Tankless Guys at (408) 580-0031 today to schedule an appointment.

Why Choose the Tankless Guys

Our investment in state-of-the-art inspection equipment ensures accurate and detailed evaluations. With cutting-edge cameras and sensors, we get an inside look at your sewer, capturing every detail.

While many only address problems when they manifest, our sewer inspection services emphasize preventive care. We identify potential issues early on, saving you from costly future repairs.

Each inspection is followed by a detailed report outlining what we found. This not only highlights any issues but also offers actionable recommendations to ensure your sewer’s longevity.