Trenchless Replacements
Trenchless Replacements | Pipe Upgrades | Plumbing | Apison
Imagine renewing your water or sewer lines in Apison without turning your yard into a construction zone. HEP’s trenchless replacements slip durable, high-density piping right through the footprint of your existing line, avoiding the mess and weeks of disruption that come with traditional dig-and-replace methods. Whether a single leak is threatening your foundation or decades-old clay lines are collapsing under tree roots, our technicians pinpoint problems with video inspection, then rehabilitate or replace the pipe from curb to crawl space—all through two small access points.
These minimally invasive pipe upgrades restore full flow capacity, boost water pressure, and add decades of corrosion-free service in a fraction of the time of conventional repairs. You’ll keep your driveway, landscaping, and daily routine intact while gaining the peace of mind that comes from HEP’s workmanship guarantee and 24/7 local support. Ready for a cleaner, faster solution beneath your home or business? Talk to the HEP team today and see how trenchless know-how can keep Apison running smoothly.
FAQs
What is trenchless pipe replacement and how does it work?
Trenchless pipe replacement is a modern plumbing technique that lets us rehabilitate or fully replace underground water or sewer lines without digging long, open trenches. In Apison we typically use pipe bursting or pipe lining. With pipe bursting, a conical bursting head breaks the old pipe apart while simultaneously pulling in a new, high-strength HDPE pipe through the same path. With pipe lining (CIPP), a resin-soaked liner is inverted into the existing pipe, then cured to form a seamless, joint-free inner pipe. Both methods require only one or two small access pits and leave most of your yard, driveway, and landscaping undisturbed.
What kinds of pipe problems can be fixed with trenchless methods in Apison?
Trenchless technology can solve most issues found in aging or damaged water and sewer lines: root intrusion, corrosion, pinhole leaks, offsets at the joints, small bellies, and even complete collapses (using pipe bursting). It works on clay, cast iron, Orangeburg, PVC, and galvanized steel pipes from 1½" to 12" in diameter—the sizes most common in Apison homes and small businesses. If the line is severely crushed or has too sharp a bend, we will inspect it first with a video camera to confirm that trenchless is still feasible.
Will trenchless pipe upgrades damage my lawn, driveway, or landscaping?
Very little, if any. Because we only need a couple of entry pits—usually at the curb and near the building—your turf, flower beds, trees, patio, and hardscapes remain intact. Heavy machinery stays on the street or driveway, and sod removed for the access pits is set aside and replaced after backfilling. Customers in Apison appreciate that there is no long scar across the yard and no weeks-long restoration process.
How long does a trenchless replacement take compared to traditional excavation?
Most residential trenchless replacements in Apison are completed in one day. Traditional dig-and-replace projects often take three to five days due to excavation, pipe installation, backfilling, and site restoration. Trenchless saves time because the new pipe is pulled or lined in a single operation, and cleanup is minimal. This means less disruption to your water or sewer service and to your daily routine.
Are trenchless pipe replacements more expensive than digging?
Upfront, trenchless methods can be 10–20 % higher than basic excavation. However, when you factor in the costs of restoring landscaping, driveways, sidewalks, and sometimes municipal street patches, trenchless often ends up equal to or less expensive overall. The new HDPE or epoxy-lined pipe also carries a 50-year or longer life expectancy, reducing future repair costs. We provide a detailed quote so Apison homeowners can compare the true total cost of each option.
Do Apison’s soil conditions or local regulations affect whether trenchless is possible?
Apison’s mostly loamy and clay soils are well-suited for both pipe bursting and pipe lining. We verify underground utility locations through Tennessee 811 before work begins, and Hamilton County plumbing codes fully recognize trenchless rehabilitation as an approved method. The only limitations arise if the existing pipe runs beneath large, immovable foundations or has extensive multi-directional bends. Our camera inspection and site survey will confirm viability and identify the best trenchless approach for your property.