Trenchless Repair
Trenchless Repair | Main Line Issues | Plumbing | Decatur
When a clog, crack, or collapse stops the flow beneath your Decatur home, you don’t want a backhoe transforming your yard into a construction zone. HEP’s trenchless repair team pinpoints main line issues with advanced camera inspections, then restores the pipe from the inside out—often in a single day. No trenches, no lengthy downtime, and no surprise fees; just a smooth, cured-in-place liner that performs like brand-new pipe and keeps your landscaping intact.
From historic downtown bungalows to newer builds on the outskirts, our licensed specialists arrive ready with hydro-jetting, pipe-bursting, and epoxy lining options tailored to your soil conditions and pipe material. We explain every step, provide upfront pricing, and back our workmanship with industry-leading warranties, so you can get back to living without worrying about what’s happening underground. Contact HEP today and see why Decatur homeowners trust us to solve main line issues the smart, trenchless way.
FAQs
What is trenchless main line repair and how does it work?
Trenchless main line repair is a modern plumbing technique that fixes or replaces damaged sewer or water lines without extensive excavation. In Decatur, we typically employ cured-in-place pipe (CIPP) lining or pipe bursting. CIPP involves inserting a resin-soaked liner into the existing pipe, inflating it, and curing it to form a new seamless pipe inside the old one. Pipe bursting pulls a new HDPE pipe through the old line while simultaneously fracturing the damaged pipe outward. Both methods minimize digging, preserve landscaping, and restore full flow capacity.
What kinds of main line problems can trenchless repair solve?
Trenchless methods can address most issues found in Decatur’s clay, cast-iron, or PVC sewer mains, including root intrusions, cracks, corrosion, offset joints, and small to moderate collapses. They also handle moderate diameter changes or upsizing. However, if the pipe has completely disintegrated over long sections or is improperly sloped, traditional excavation or partial re-grading may still be required.
How long does a trenchless main line repair take from start to finish?
For a typical single-family home in Decatur, the on-site portion usually takes one day. Crews spend 2–4 hours cleaning and inspecting the line with a camera, another 2–3 hours installing the liner or new pipe, and a final hour curing, pressure-testing, and restoring service. More complex projects—for example, multiple bends, diameter changes, or extraordinary root blockages—may extend the timeline to two days. Importantly, your water or sewer service is often only offline for a few hours rather than several days.
Will trenchless repair damage my yard, driveway, or landscaping?
Minimal surface disruption is the key advantage of trenchless repair. We normally dig just two small access pits: one near the house (often in a flower bed or mulch area) and one at the property line or curb. Each pit is roughly 3' × 3'. Sidewalks, driveways, patios, and mature trees usually remain untouched. After the job, we backfill the pits, compact the soil, replace turf or mulch, and haul away any excess material, leaving your property looking almost exactly as it did before.
How much does trenchless main line repair cost in Decatur?
Pricing depends on pipe diameter, length, depth, accessibility, and the method chosen. In Decatur, homeowners generally spend between $80 and $150 per linear foot. That places most residential jobs in the $3,500–$7,500 range—often cheaper than traditional excavation once you factor in restoring landscaping, hardscapes, and driveways. We provide a free on-site camera inspection and written estimate so you can compare options before committing.
Is trenchless repair as durable as replacing the pipe the traditional way?
Yes. CIPP liners are rated for a 50-year service life and carry manufacturer warranties of 10–20 years. The epoxy resin forms a jointless, corrosion-resistant pipe that meets ASTM F1216 standards. Pipe bursting installs brand-new HDPE pipe with a similar 50-year expectancy. Both methods are approved by plumbing codes in Georgia and are widely used by municipalities. Routine maintenance—such as avoiding grease dumping and scheduling periodic inspections—will help ensure the line meets or exceeds its expected lifespan.