How pipe relining works

The process of pipe relining

How does pipe relining work?

Pipe relining uses trenchless technology to rehabilitate and repair broken underground pipes. Trenchless pipe relining is less disruptive and more cost-effective than plumbers' traditional pipe replacement methods.

When your drain pipes are smelly, blocked or broken, a pipe relining specialist uses a single access point to diagnose and fix your deep-rooted plumbing issues. Whereas a plumber might dig trenches or rip up concrete to repair underground drains, pipe relining is a fast and non invasive process.

See how it works below!

The steps we take to repair your pipes

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1. Inspect the cracked pipes to identify the problem

When our pipe repair specialists visit your apartment, home or commercial business, we begin the procedure with a drain camera inspection.

A drain camera inspection is the most cost-effective solution for pinpointing the root cause of blocked drains. You’ll get a comprehensive view of your underground plumbing system without the hassle of a plumbing company digging deep trenches in your garden to replace the cracked pipes.

2. Clean the broken pipes

Using a high-pressure water jet blaster, we remove invasive tree roots and foreign materials causing obstructions inside the blocked sewer pipes.

As part of our pipe relining services, we also reline PVC pipes. We use high-speed sanding panels for these industrial plastic pipes to remove the glossy shine from the internal surface. This allows the liner to seal permanently and stop leaks within the broken PVC pipe.

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Hands putting a lining down an outdoor drain

3. Reline drain & apply epoxy resin

We insert high-quality Brawoliner textile liners into the broken sewer pipe using air or water pressure. This environmentally-friendly material covers the drainage tube wall and bends up to 90°.

Once the cracked pipe walls are relined, we press a thick epoxy resin against the pipe wall. The resin works with the textile liner to create a new pipe wall.

4. Inspect the completed pipe repairs

After the new epoxy pipe replacement has hardened, we re-insert our drain camera inside the pipeline. 

We inspect our pipe repair work to ensure everything is properly fixed and that there are no further problems.

The pipe relining process creates a perfect new watertight pipe within the old one, which has a lifespan of 50 years.

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From start to finish-

What to expect when you call The Relining Company

Don’t wait for the plumbers if your pipes are cracked, missing a section, or developing leaks. Call us today!

Our team of professionals repairs pipes, stormwater drains, and sewer lines throughout Sydney. We provide long-term pipe relining solutions for your homes and commercial businesses.

Knowing what to expect when you have major plumbing issues can be a little daunting. So, we’ve outlined our step-by-step process below to help you understand what measures we’ll take to fix your cracked sewer pipes.

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Consultation

When you call for a free quote, our office staff answer any questions you may have.

Then, we'll organise a visit to your place of residence or business at a time that’s most convenient for you.

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SMS on arrival

You will receive an automated SMS letting you know our sewer pipe relining technician is on the way to your house.

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Inspect & explain

The technician will arrive with a drain camera to investigate the cause of your plumbing issues. Then, they explain the pricing options for fixing your blocked toilet or leaky shower.

Our technology allows us to repair one crack within the drain, or to reline the complete length.

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On-the-spot quote

The technician will provide you with an obligation free quote on the spot, explaining all the pipe relining costs associated with fixing your stormwater drain pipes.

Don’t forget to take advantage of our interest free finance*!

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Job booking

If you wish to proceed, our office will call to arrange a deposit and schedule a suitable day and time to carry out the work.

We will explain the step-by-step process to you so you can prepare in advance.

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Alert prior to arrival

On the date of the installation our technicians will SMS with an estimated arrival time.

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On-site briefing

The technician will explain what is going to happen while they are on-site.

Typically, they will use drain cameras to investigate the different sections of your pipe system to see which parts are in need of repair.

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Video evidence

Once the job has been completed, you can use the drains almost immediately. We will provide you with a complimentary USB with CCTV video recordings before and after the work is completed.

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Final payment

On completion, we take payment via EFTPOS, direct debit or finance options. You will receive a receipt with your payment accompanied by our 35 year warranty certificate.

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Follow up support

12 months after the job is completed you’ll receive an email to remind you to book a follow up consultation which includes a complimentary CCTV inspection to ensure you don’t experience any further blockages.

Get an obligation free quote today and the right advice*

The benefits

Why choose pipe relining over replacement?

Compared to the traditional method of repairing drains, Pipe Relining offers some distinct advantages including:

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We get amazing results

The Seamless liner developed in Germany has an epoxy coating to seal the cracks in your old pipes creating a watertight seal.

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What our customers say

Reputation for excellence

Peter arrived on time, explained clearly what he needed to do, and worked very professionally, clearing a difficult blockage from our shared sewer. He identified a serious crack in the... read more

Max Robertson

Full marks to Steve and the team. They were professional, communicated well and did a good job at a competitive price. Would highly recommend them if you need your pipes... read more

Scott D

Steve’s team were absolutely flawless from start to finish. They provided a really clear recommendation, competitive quote and were super professional and trustworthy throughout. I’d book them again... read more

Nik Weber

Peter arrived on time, explained clearly what he needed to do, and worked very professionally, clearing a difficult blockage from our shared sewer. He identified a serious crack in the... read more

Max Robertson
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Christina Borec
Christina Borec
22:56 28 Mar 22
This is a very professional and qualified team. Job was done perfectly and even though there was a ton of dirt dug up, everything was spectacularly cleaned up at the end of the job. Well done!!
Fred C
Fred C
23:54 19 Feb 22
This is a premium service who came to replace an old clay sewer pipe with PVC. They were on time for both quote and service. They offered 2 options and weighed the pros and cons of both options. Steve and Peter were easily contactable or would call back shortly when they were busy. A follow up call was made to make sure I was happy. The team that came round to replace the sewer pipe were fantastic, knowable and considerate. Very Happy.
Alex Buryak
Alex Buryak
08:44 18 Dec 21
Very good and friendly service. Highly recommended!
Emily Fong
Emily Fong
07:48 03 Dec 21
Steve and his team relined the pipes to our home recently and we're totally satisfied with the work done. Steve was very patient explaining the relining process to us and we're most appreciative when he helped us choose bathroom accessories online during the lockdown. Thank you Steve.
Reuben Bou - Samra
Reuben Bou - Samra
08:08 02 Dec 21
We used Steven and his team to do major relining work at our house. From the the outset Steven and his entire team were professional, extremely knowledgeable and very helpful. All the worked was carried out very neat and tidy and they answered any questions we had. The technique and product they use is awesome and we would definitely recommend The Relining Company. Thank you Steven and team. You’ve helped us fix a stressful issue !
Jackie Stivaletta
Jackie Stivaletta
06:12 20 Nov 21
A great service provided by Adam and the team, they were punctual , friendly and thoroughly explained the whole pipe repair and relining process. A great experience and would highly recommend there services!! Thankyou
Jennifer Mackenja
Jennifer Mackenja
03:41 19 Nov 21
Yesterday the Relining Company relined a damaged sewer pipe in the backyard of a block of units in Coogee. They arrived on time and completed the job ahead of schedule. They were on hand and ready to answer any queries and they made sure they communicated, after the job was completed,, by phone explaining what they were able to accomplish. A very professional job and would recommend the company.
Ilona Hajnal
Ilona Hajnal
00:23 09 Nov 21
Amazing customer service: friendly, helpful, great communication. Highly recommended.
Cameron Webb
Cameron Webb
02:04 28 Oct 21
We had a collapsed sewer pipe and got charged a bomb to fix it by another mob. When they finished they told me the rest of the pipes would need relining and quoted me another exorbitant figure. So I called the Relining Company to get another opinion - they came around within 2 hours, stuck a camera down and confirmed the problem, without a callout fee or charge for their investigation. They also told me how they would have fixed the first problem. Their quote came out $3500 cheaper than the other mob and it would have saved me several thousands if I got them to sort out the initial problem. These guys were polite and knowledgeable, no heavying me to accept their quote on the spot, allowed me time to consider and fully informed me about the process. They were prompt, efficient, tidy and a real pleasure to deal with. I recommend this company highly and if I ever have any other poo pipe issues I won't need to shop around - I'll go straight to them. Great service!
Neil Dutton
Neil Dutton
05:52 08 Oct 21
Excellent technology. Friendly business who explained precisely their approach to relining the degraded sewer pipes in my property. The team turned up on time and left no mess. The quoted price was very competitive and these guys use the best technology. I give my full recommendation to the Pipe Relining Company.
Lauren Waldon
Lauren Waldon
21:39 17 Sep 21
Adam and Jackson were very professional and friendly. Efficient and professional. Would highly recommend this company.
Tony Ianni
Tony Ianni
04:58 16 Sep 21
The best at what they do-hands down.Always on time and never let me or my customers down- and that’s coming from a plumber.Steve and the team- Well done!!
Deannah Birtles
Deannah Birtles
10:26 12 Sep 21
I arranged for 6.2mtrs pipe relining, Steve took the details of the Job over the phone as I had 2 written quotes from other companies.I went with this company as they had come highly recommended.What these other companies had failed to do was recognise that the plumbing issue was to do with my total collapsed sewer that was seeping under the house!Unfortunately, for me the job price almost tripled due to the seriousness of the problem!However, young Jack, Jackson and Adam worked magic and Steve was extremely patient with me.Whilst on sight and within half an hour of accepting Steve’s quote which was fair, the skip bin and digger had arrived to get the job done.My 4 hour job turned into 3 days!Instead of leaving my plumbing the way it was the team worked tirelessly to get the job done in the fastest possible time frame with the best outcome for me.The result was a whole new sewer and an additional 7mtrs of pipe relining which was a blessing because my whole cemented backyard would have had to be excavated.The guys were extremely professional and the end result was top quality.From start to finish there is not one bad thing I can say about Pipe Relining Company.I highly recommend this company for any major plumbing job that needs doing.For me to be able to trust this company to do the right thing was key.15/10 thanks guys!
Ralph Amore
Ralph Amore
05:05 20 Aug 21
We regularly use The Reline Co for our pipe relining. They are always competitive in price, on time , do a great job and warrant there work. Would recommend them to anybody .
Max Robertson
Max Robertson
00:14 18 Aug 21
Peter arrived on time, explained clearly what he needed to do, and worked very professionally, clearing a difficult blockage from our shared sewer.He identified a serious crack in the sewer line which we are going to get him to fix before it gets worse.I am very pleased with his work, tidy, knowledgeable and he has a very impressive toolkit to resolve plumbing problems efficiently.
Scott D
Scott D
05:15 07 Jul 21
Full marks to Steve and the team. They were professional, communicated well and did a good job at a competitive price. Would highly recommend them if you need your pipes relined.
Nik Weber
Nik Weber
04:59 07 Jul 21
Steve’s team were absolutely flawless from start to finish. They provided a really clear recommendation, competitive quote and were super professional and trustworthy throughout. I’d book them again in a heartbeat.
Jennifer Ledingham
Jennifer Ledingham
06:38 06 Jul 21
These guys did a great job. They were so polite, prompt and efficient.
Alex Murphy
Alex Murphy
05:09 25 Jun 21
The team from The Relining Company gave me a huge amount of confidence in their ability to identify and resolve major sewerage damage on my property. They helped me understand the cause and effect and provided a responsive plan of action. Very happy and highly recommend.
Budwi Charbel
Budwi Charbel
19:07 03 Jun 21
I’m a builder in the eastern suburbs and the Relining company have attended on a number of occasions to clean the drains on my Job sites when building waste gets flushed down the pipes. They were even able to remove concrete on a job in Coogee.Always a great service with this company
Don Price
Don Price
07:31 31 May 21
Excellent company to deal with. Friendly and knowledgeable. Just had my free 1 year follow up of my sewer pipe lining. Quick and prompt service. Highly recommended.
Jason Todoroski
Jason Todoroski
01:10 31 May 21
One of the best companies ive ever dealt with . Customer service ,and workman ship is 2nd to none. Saved me alot of time and money. Cleaned up when they finished , even wanting to mop the tiles. Cannot recommend these plumbers highly enough . Thanks to Peter at the head office and the awesome plumbers on site Adam and Jackson. So friendly and amazing work.A1. Thank you
anthony elias
anthony elias
03:37 05 May 21
I was impressed with the whole operation from my first enquiry to the prompt completion of a very challenging drain unblocking. Highly recommended.
Henk Eberwijn
Henk Eberwijn
02:32 05 May 21
All the staff were very helpfull and informative. They did a great job relining the the pipes leaving the work area clean and tidy. Very satisfied with job.
McMullin & co.
McMullin & co.
11:13 03 May 21
I highly recommend the Relining company. They changed me $6000 less than another company who quoted me and not to mention all their staff were exceptionally nice and went above and beyond. Thanks Paul, Adam and Luke for making the experience so seamless and doing a fantastic job.
Madeline McMahon
Madeline McMahon
03:38 29 Apr 21
The Relining Company came and unblocked my pipes in north bondi. Overall great service and they cleaned up after themselves.Highly recommend
Nalan Erdogan
Nalan Erdogan
14:28 16 Apr 21
Every interaction I had with different team members was professional, courteous and they were all very responsive. I appreciated that I was provided with information that allowed me to make the right decision. I was even given a USB stick with camera footage so I could see the issue with my own eyes rather than just being told. Not only did they fix the problem, they also cleaned up after the job was done. I'm so impressed with the level of effort and professionalism. Highly recommend their services.
Neil Rowland
Neil Rowland
03:52 06 Apr 21
I highly recommend The Relinging Company. From start to finish the honesty, attention to detail and overall friendly staff was second to none...thank you so much guys. Five ⭐️’s.
Jane Thorpe
Jane Thorpe
03:09 19 Mar 21
The Relining Company re-lined the rest of my sewerage pipes after they found further blockages and tree roots and replaced a gully. I had used them two months earlier. As before - they were professional, on time and gave great customer service! They confirmed arrival times and arrived at the time promised. They did a great job of cleaning up and replaced my verandah boards even though that was not included in the quote. I would thoroughly recommend them to other homeowners struggling with plumbing issues.
Brenda La
Brenda La
11:11 08 Mar 21
We would like to thank The Relining Company for repairing our sewer pipes. They were efficient, professional, skilled and worked with care to our home.We would recommend their service definitely.
Gino Giangrasso
Gino Giangrasso
06:52 19 Jan 21
I found the tradies from The Relining Company to be reliable, prompt, very professional and clean. They completed my job efficiently. Very knowledgeable in the work they carry out. Highly recommend their services.
Ed Ness
Ed Ness
23:19 08 Nov 20
Peter from the Pipe Relining Company came over & thoroughly investigated a small leak we had. In doing so he & his team discovered some unrelated issues further down the pipe, which were good to address & fix before they became bigger issues down the track.The guys were prompt, very professional and good value for money. Re questions post installation, I had a call back within 10 minutes to make sure everything was ok. No hesitation in recommending the Pipe Relining Company to anyone looking have their pipes relined.
Brian Jarvie
Brian Jarvie
02:55 29 Oct 20
We intended to obtain two quotes to line our sewer pipes to prevent the roots of the huge fig tree in our street from constantly blocking the pipes. On the advice of our plumber, we obtained a quote from The Relining Company. After meeting Peter from that firm, we did not obtain a second quote for the work as Peter was most impressive in addition to being very enthusiastic and knowledgeable about his work. We were also most impressed that Peter did not pressure us to accept his quote. The work was carried out by Peter and Adam and we were extremely pleased with their professional workmanship. Every step of the complicated process was carefully explained to us and our courtyard was left in immaculate condition. It was also very pleasing to hear the men speak so highly about Steve, the owner of the company. We consider we received excellent value for such intricate work requiring expensive equipment and we therefore highly recommend this outstanding company.Brian and Kay Jarvie.
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