Thousands of older properties have ageing water pipes which are corroded, leading to blockages and leaks. Pipe rehabilitation simply means that they are repaired and restored in order to function better and last longer without being replaced and causing huge amounts of disruption.
How does it work?
There are two ways of extending the life of a pipe which is cracking and at risk of leaking – pipe coating and pipe lining.
Pipe lining involves fitting a new pipe inside the existing one so that any damage and leaks are sealed from within. As no trench is needed, pipe lining is non-invasive and requires no digging, so there is minimal disruption to the property.
Pipe coating is when a protective coating or layer is applied to the pipe’s interior surface and is used to prevent any corrosion, damage and leaks. It is a good way of keeping your existing pipes in good working order.
According to the Citizens’ Advice Bureau homeowners are responsible for any pipes that sit within the property boundary. This means that any leaks that occur have to be paid for and dealt with by the property owner.
Checking your pipes
Before any work is carried out on your water and sewage pipes, it’s important to have a thorough inspection done first. This is usually done through a CCTV drain survey, where a high-resolution camera is fed into the drain to show any damage. An expert can then assess what needs to be done in order to fix it.
If you require a CCTV drain survey Coventry to be carried out, skilled surveyors such as wilkinson-env.co.uk/drainage-services-cctv-surveys-midlands/cctv-drain-surveys/cctv-drain-surveys-coventry/ can help. Once the damage has been looked at, you’ll receive a full report and a recommendation on the best course of action.
The pipe is thoroughly cleaned to remove any grease, tree roots and other debris which are in the way before the pipe lining or coating is carried out.
Both methods are more cost-effective than pipe replacement, but which one you choose will depend on the recommendations of your plumbing professional.
