While we know that damage to stormwater drains is not uncommon, we treat each job as unique to our client’s home. We work tirelessly to fully understand your plumbing problems and determine how best to conduct the necessary repairs to the damaged section, including pipe relining. Our team is honest about how the process works and explains every aspect to ensure we not only do an excellent job at your property, but provide great service, every time.

Damaged stormwater pipes can happen for many reasons, some of which include:

• Tree Roots – If trees grow near your stormwater and other pipes, they will likely try to absorb water and get nutrients from your drainage system. As a result, they most commonly lead to broken pipes.
• Corrosion – Concrete and terracotta drains are prone to corrosion, spreading throughout the piping to cause cracks and water contamination.
• Debris – Leaves, dirt, branches, twigs, plastics, and other foreign materials can block your drains and create havoc that needs the intervention of an experienced plumber.

Pipe relining is an innovative and efficient method used to repair damaged stormwater pipes and sewer pipes without the need for traditional excavation. This technique involves inserting a new lining into the existing pipe, which hardens to form a durable, seamless pipe within a pipe. Here’s how the process typically unfolds:

1. CCTV Pipe Inspection: Before starting the relining process, a plumber conducts a CCTV pipe inspection to assess the condition of the existing pipe and identify the damaged areas. This step is crucial for determining the extent of the damage and planning the relining procedure.
2. Cleaning the Pipe: The next step involves thoroughly cleaning the pipe to remove any debris, blockages, or build-up that may hinder the relining process. This is often done using high-pressure water jets or other suitable cleaning methods.
3. Preparing the Liner: Once the pipe is clean, a felt liner saturated with epoxy resin is prepared. The liner is cut to the appropriate length to fit the damaged section of the pipe.
4. Inserting the Liner: The prepared liner is then inserted into the damaged pipe section. An inflatable bladder is used to push the liner into place, ensuring it adheres to the interior walls of the existing pipe.
5. Curing the Liner: The liner is left to cure, allowing the epoxy resin to harden and form a new, solid pipe within the original pipe. Depending on the resin used, curing can be accelerated with hot water or UV light.
6. Final Inspection: After the liner has cured, a final CCTV inspection is performed to ensure the relining process is successful, and the pipe is now free from leaks and cracks.

Pipe relining eliminates most problems related to leaks and breaks in the structure and is a cost-effective and minimally disruptive solution, eliminating the need for heavy machinery and extensive digging. It provides a long-lasting fix that prevents future problems, making it an excellent choice for maintaining stormwater drainage systems and sewer pipes.

There are many plumbing services across Canberra, but as a family-owned and run business with decades of experience, we know we excel at the repairs, inspection and replacement services we deliver. As a trusted team of specialists, you can expect us to show up when we say we will and leave your property neat and tidy once we have finished our task. We value open communication and will never keep you guessing, especially regarding repairing or replacing your stormwater drainage system.