Our stormwater and sewer drains are always working hard and as a result damage can happen. And when that damage happens they need to be repaired efficiently so that everything is back in working order as quickly as possible.
The thought of repairing these types of plumbing systems can be daunting. But you’ll be happy to know that at Emu, we repair, replace and reline sewer and stormwater drains regularly. We are proud to provide the best possible solutions available, for relining or replacing damaged drains.
How do you know your Sewer or Stormwater Drains are Damaged?
First thing’s first – we need to determine if there’s damage. If you’re noticing any of the following it could be a sign of a leak or damage:
- Slow drainage
- Sewer backups and blockages
- Cracked concrete or paving
- Recurring puddles and mud patches
- Signs of building movement or softening ground around your foundations
- Recurring mould problems in the same areas
- Patches of lawn that are extra lush with growth
If you’re experiencing any of the above, it’s recommended to call in the experts to do an inspection.
Using the latest in CCTV drain inspection water jetting and robtic cutting technology we can see exactly what’s going on inside your pipes and clear out the debris for visibility within the system.
With your pipes clean and clear, we’ll be able to determine what has caused damage and exactly where it is within the plumbing system. Once we have this information we’ll know whether it’s best to reline or repair and give you everything you need to know to make the best decision for you.
Pipe Relining for your Sewer and Stormwater Drains
Damage to buried and underground pipes can be tricky, and can often be found underneath driveways, buildings or landscaping. Which can turn into a big job! That’s where pipe relining comes in.
Pipe relining repairs damaged lengths of pipe using the latest in relining technology. We use a liner of woven fabric impregnated with silicate or epoxy resin to create a completely new and incredibly strong inner pipe that will permanently bonded to the existing pipe.
It’s a common misconception that pipe relining is a temporary fix, but that couldn’t be further from the truth! Pipe relining is a long-term solution that can work for many types of pipe and damage, so if this is what’s recommended it doesn’t mean you’ll be up for additional plumbing work in the near future.
We’ll recommend pipe relining when…
- Your pipes are very deep – excavating very deep can be dangerous and expensive!
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Your pipes are awkwardly positioned – When the damage occurs underneath driveways, landscaping or foundations the last thing anyone wants to do is cut all that up, excavate and then reinstate it all again! This can be a costly and time consuming process.
- The damage is positioned down an embankment – sometimes getting in heavy machinery to excavate can be nearly impossible! In tough to reach areas, down slopes and underneath retaining walls etc.
You might be surprised how many sewer lines there are running under your feet at any given time! This is one of the reasons that pipe relining is so important. Here’s an example of how we were able to use pipe relining to repair a damaged sewer pipe located under the floor of a bar in Milton with all work completed via a single inspection point.
Replacing your Sewer and Stormwater Drains
Replacing your stormwater and sewer sometimes can be the right choice for your situation (as much as we love getting our pipe relining tools out!)
We’ll recommend a replacement when…
- The pipes have severe damage – for relining your stormwater and sewer drains to work, the original pipe, either side of the break, needs to be relatively in-alignment. If the damage is too severe and out of alignment, relining this section may not be possible.
- The damage is easily accessible – for pipes that are close to the surface and easy to access, sometimes it is quicker to simply dig up and replace them. We aim to provide the most suitable repair for the situation at hand.
- There are extremely dense roots, debris or concrete blockages – if your pipes are so badly blocked that clearing it will be cost prohibitive, then replacing those areas will often be the best option.
Sometimes, traditional pipe relining isn’t an option, however we’ll always work to find a rehabilitation solution to get you back up and running. A great example of this is a recent job we completed at a hard to access sewer in Taringa
