It’s fast, mess-free, and can be cheaper than traditional pipe replacement so it’s no wonder more and more homeowners are choosing to reline their blocked, leaky, broken old pipes.
Before your pipe relining team turns up on your doorstep to give you good-as-new pipes, there are a few things you can do to prepare.
What Is Pipe Relining?
Pipe relining is a permanent pipe repair and rejuvenation method that can be used to repair leaking pipes, broken pipes or those at the end of their lifespan. This innovative method of repairing damaged pipes isn’t like traditional pipe replacement methods that involve extensive excavation to install a new pipe. It’s a faster, mess-free, cost-effective solution.
Pipe relining services are known as trenchless pipe repair because it involves inserting a pipe liner into an existing pipe from the access point. This creates a durable pipe that will last for many, many years.
How To Prepare for the Pipe Relining Process
While pipe relining causes only minimal disruption compared to traditional methods, there are a few things you can do to make the process go smoothly.
1. Ensure your pipes are free of clogs
If you’ve noticed any signs of blocked pipes or drains like gurgling noises, slow-draining pipes, foul odours or raised water levels in your toilet, it’s best to have these plumbing issues addressed before the pipe relining process. You should notify the pipe relining company if you’re experiencing any of these issues before your pipe relining appointment so that they can be addressed and don’t delay the relining process.
2. Confirm the details of your appointment
Sometimes it’s best to have someone present during the pipe relining process, especially if it involves access to internal parts of your home. You should confirm whether you will need to have someone on-site before the commencement of pipe relining work. Double-check the date and time and ask about how long the process will take so you can be prepared for any disruption to your plumbing system.
3. Clear the space around access points
While relining usually involves working on underground pipes like sewer lines or stormwater pipes, relining specialists will still need clear access to plumbing access points. Therefore, you should remove any obstacles like garden furniture or pot plants to ensure a clear path. If the relining involves internal pipes, ask the plumbing company if you need to move anything inside to make the job faster and easier.
4. Stop using the affected drains
It’s generally recommended that you stop using the pipe systems before relining. This allows the pipes to be thoroughly cleaned and prepared, ensuring a successful relining process and proper adhesion of the new liner to the pipe walls.
5. Notify building occupants of potential plumbing disruptions
While your pipes are being relined, the water supply may need to be turned off for a short time. Therefore, you should notify occupants of any possible disruptions. It’s also a good idea to fill a few containers with water for drinking or cooking, just in case. Once relining is complete, and the epoxy resin-coated liner has cured, the drainage system is safe to use as normal.
You can read more about each step in the relining process in this helpful article.
6. Plan to keep children and pets away from the work site
We totally understand that both pets and small children love visitors! However, relining jobs involve heavy equipment, so the safest thing for everyone is to keep children and pets away from where plumbers are working.
7. Confirm included services and warranty conditions
Pipe relining services include camera inspections to check the condition of the existing pipes, high-pressure water jetting to clear and clean pipes and detailed inspection reports. If it’s not clear on your quote, you should check the pipe relining work that’s included in your price and confirm the warranty period.
Ready To Fix Your Damaged Pipes with Our Trenchless Solution?
With a small amount of preparation, you can ensure your pipes are relined quickly and easily. Constant clogs, leaks and the potential for further damage are easily resolved by repairing your pipes from the inside out.
To learn more about why The Relining Company’s trenchless pipe relining solutions are superior, visit our website or call us on 0488 885 166 for a free trenchless pipe relining consultation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the benefits of pipe relining?
There are so many benefits of pipe relining including that it extends the longevity of pipe systems without the mess and hassle of traditional excavation methods. It’s also a cost-effective alternative to traditional methods because you can reline an entire pipe or just a section.
How long does pipe relining take?
The Relining Company can have your pipes as good as new in less than a day. We start work at 7:30am and normally finish by about 2:00pm.
What pipe materials are suitable for relining?
The Relining Company can perform pipe repairs on any pipe materials including PVC, copper, cast iron, concrete and clay pipes.
How long do relined pipes last?
Pipe relining is a permanent pipe repair solution and relined pipes have a life expectancy of up to 50 years. We’re so confident in the effectiveness of the process, we offer a 35-year guarantee.
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