If you have a sewer line rupture on your property and require a repair, then you may be worried about not only the cost, but the mess that will occur as your yard is dug up. Well, professionals can sometimes complete a trenchless sewer line repair. Keep reading to learn about this and also to understand when the type of repair can be used.

What Is A Trenchless Repair?

A trenchless sewer repair is a process of replacing a sewer line without digging a trench. There are a few different types of trenchless repair called pipe lining and pipe bursting. Pipe lining involves the placement of a liner material that runs throughout the inside of the broken sewer line. Typically, a flexible pipe is coated with a resin material. The pipe is pulled through the broken sewer line and the resin is left to harden and cure. This essentially creates a hardened pipe inside the old one. 

Pipe bursting is where a new sewer pipe is pulled through the old one. The old pipe breaks apart in the process and the new and solid pipe is left in place to move sewage wastes away from your home. The old pipe pieces are left in the earth with the new pipe, so no cleanup is necessary.

Both types of trenchless repairs are long-lasting, so neither type of repair is better than the other. You should understand that the repair will usually cost a bit more, so expect to pay at least a few hundred dollars more for the trenchless fix than you would for the basic trench repair.

When Can A Trenchless Repair Be Completed?

Trenchless repairs can almost always be completed instead of trench repairs. However, it may not be wise if the line broke due to a tree root blockage or a damage issue due to the accumulation of rocks around the sewer line. In these situations, excavation may be required and it is easier to create a trench at the same time as the excavation.

Also, you may need to choose between a pipelining and a pipe bursting repair. If for some reason the sewer pipe has reduced in size, like if rust or other debris has accumulated along the pipe, then a pipelining may not be possible. Bursting is a better choice. This may also be true if the outside of the pipe is extremely deteriorated. In this situation, then resin does not have a solid surface to cling to during the lining process. 

If you want to know about your sewage issue and the best repair option, then speak with a professional.