Trenchless Relining
Trenchless Relining | Main Line Issues | Plumbing | Lancing
When water backs up, drains gurgle, or unpleasant odors creep in, it’s often a sign of hidden trouble deep beneath your property. HEP’s trenchless relining service in Lancing tackles stubborn main line issues without the mess of traditional excavation. Using state-of-the-art cameras and cured-in-place liners, our specialists slip a new, seamless pipe inside the damaged one—restoring flow and strength in hours, not days, and leaving your driveway, garden, and peace of mind intact.
Homeowners and businesses choose HEP because we combine rapid response with transparent pricing, long-term warranties, and a courteous crew that cleans up after itself. If you suspect cracks, root intrusion, or corrosion are threatening your plumbing’s lifeline, let us rehabilitate it from the inside out—no trenches, no hassle. Reach out today and experience how effortless fixing main line issues in Lancing can be.
FAQs
What is trenchless pipe relining and how does it solve main-line issues?
Trenchless relining is a no-dig technology that repairs cracked, root-infested or leaking sewer and drain mains by installing a resin-soaked liner inside the existing pipe. Once the liner is inflated and cured, it forms a seamless, corrosion-resistant “pipe-within-a-pipe,” restoring full structural integrity and flow without the need for open-cut excavation. For homes and businesses in Lancing, this means we can resolve blockages, infiltration, and structural defects in your main line quickly while preserving landscaping and hard surfaces.
How do I know if my Lancing property is suitable for trenchless relining?
Most clay, cast-iron, concrete and some PVC mains from 50 mm to 300 mm in diameter can be relined as long as the pipe run is largely intact and accessible via an inspection chamber, clean-out, or manhole. Our technicians perform a CCTV survey first to confirm the pipe’s condition, locate any collapses, and measure dimensions. If the survey shows severe collapse or a missing section that cannot support a liner, localised excavation or pipe replacement may be recommended instead.
What are the advantages of trenchless relining compared with traditional excavation?
• Minimal disruption: We work through small access points, so gardens, driveways, and pavements stay intact. • Faster completion: Most relines are finished in a single day, compared with several days of digging and reinstatement. • Lower total cost: You avoid reinstatement costs for tarmac, decking, turf, or landscaping. • Long service life: The epoxy or silicate liners we install are rated for 50+ years and resist corrosion, root intrusion and ground movement. • Environmentally friendly: Less heavy machinery, reduced spoil removal, and lower carbon footprint.
How long does a trenchless main-line relining job typically take?
A standard domestic main line of up to 15 metres in length can usually be surveyed, cleaned, relined and returned to service within 6–8 hours. Larger commercial mains or runs requiring multiple liners may extend to 1–2 days. Because there is no curing with open air (the liner cures in place), water service can often be restored the same evening, minimising inconvenience to Lancing residents and businesses.
Is the relined pipe as durable as a brand-new pipe?
Yes. Once cured, the liner forms a jointless, load-bearing pipe that meets or exceeds BS EN ISO 11296 standards for buried plastics and composites. It is resistant to common sewer chemicals, abrasion, and future root intrusion. Third-party tests rate the expected service life at 50 years or more, equivalent to new PVC or HDPE pipes. We back our work with a 10- to 25-year workmanship guarantee, giving you long-term peace of mind.
Will trenchless relining disrupt my garden, driveway, or business operations?
Disruption is minimal. All work is performed through existing access points or small pits (about 600 mm square if a new access hole is needed). There is no need to lift patio slabs, dig up lawns, or close driveways for days. Equipment is compact and quiet, and any odours from the resin cure are contained with extraction fans. For commercial sites in Lancing, we can schedule work during off-peak hours or overnight to prevent downtime, and pedestrian/vehicle access remains open throughout the process.