Trenchless Pipe Relining
Trenchless Pipe Relining | Commercial Plumbing | Plumbing | Sweetwater
When a damaged sewer or water line threatens the flow of business in Sweetwater, HEP’s trenchless pipe relining solution restores full performance without jack-hammering floors or digging up parking lots. Our certified technicians insert a durable epoxy liner through existing access points, curing it in place to create a seamless new pipe inside the old one. The result is a long-lasting fix that resists corrosion, root intrusion, and future leaks—all completed with minimal downtime, noise, or mess.
This advanced method is tailor-made for commercial plumbing because every hour of disruption can mean lost revenue. Shopping centers, hospitals, restaurants, and office complexes count on us to keep their doors open while we work, and our crew schedules around peak business hours to ensure customers and staff remain comfortable and safe. No trench, no traffic cones, no ruined landscaping—just a swift, code-compliant repair backed by an industry-leading warranty.
From the first camera inspection to the final flow test, HEP handles every step in-house, giving Sweetwater property managers one responsive point of contact and transparent pricing. If you suspect a hidden leak or slow drain beneath your building, call or click today and discover how trenchless pipe relining can save both your pipes and your bottom line.
FAQs
What is trenchless pipe relining and how does it work?
Trenchless pipe relining is a no-dig method of restoring damaged sewer or drain lines from the inside. After we clean the host pipe with hydro-jetting, we insert a felt or fiberglass liner saturated with epoxy resin through an existing clean-out or small access point. The liner is inflated so the resin bonds to the interior walls, creating a new, seamless pipe within the old one. Once the resin cures (usually 3–6 hours), the liner hardens into a structural, corrosion-resistant pipe that meets or exceeds ASTM standards for new installations—without the need to excavate floors, parking lots, or landscaping at your Sweetwater facility.
Is trenchless relining suitable for my commercial property’s sewer lines in Sweetwater?
In most cases, yes. Relining works on clay, cast-iron, PVC, concrete, and Orangeburg pipes from 2" to 48" in diameter. It can solve problems such as cracks, offsets, root intrusion, corrosion, and minor missing sections. Before recommending the service, we perform a CCTV camera inspection to verify pipe condition, diameter, and line length. If the pipe has completely collapsed or is more than 40% missing, we may suggest sectional replacement or pipe bursting instead. Otherwise, relining is generally the fastest, least disruptive fix for restaurants, retail centers, industrial sites, and municipal lines across Sweetwater.
How long will pipe relining take and will we have to shut down operations?
Most commercial relining projects are completed in a single day. Small-diameter lateral lines (under 100 ft) can be ready for service within 6–8 hours; larger mains may require 1–2 days. Your actual downtime is minimal: water can usually be shut off after business hours or during a low-use window, and restored as soon as the liner cures. We coordinate closely with facility managers to schedule the work around shift changes, kitchen hours, or customer traffic, so your operations stay productive and revenue-generating.
How does the cost of trenchless relining compare to traditional dig-and-replace?
While the per-foot price of the liner itself can be slightly higher, the overall project cost is typically 30–50% less than open-cut replacement. That’s because relining avoids demolition, pavement removal, landscape restoration, traffic control, and extended labor expenses. In commercial settings, the biggest savings often come from reduced downtime: you avoid closing bathrooms, shutting down production lines, or rerouting customers for days or weeks. When these indirect costs are factored in, trenchless relining is almost always the most economical choice for Sweetwater businesses.
What materials are used and how long will a relined pipe last?
We use a felt or fiberglass liner impregnated with a two-part epoxy or silicate resin that meets NSF/ANSI 14 and 61 standards for potable and wastewater applications. After curing, the liner forms a joint-less, fully structural pipe with a smooth internal surface that resists corrosion, scaling, and root intrusion. Independent testing and field data show a service life of 50+ years, comparable to brand-new PVC or HDPE. We back our commercial relining installations with a 10- to 25-year transferable warranty, depending on pipe size and operating conditions.
Will relining disturb my landscaping, parking lot, or building structure?
Very little. Because we access the line through existing clean-outs, manholes, or an entry pit roughly 3'×3', we eliminate long trenches and heavy excavation equipment. Your turf, trees, hardscape, driveways, and slab foundations stay intact. Inside the building, we only need a small work area to stage our inversion drum or pull-in devices. Noise and vibration are minimal, and there’s no risk of utility strikes or structural undermining. When the job is finished, we restore the access point, pressure test the line, and leave the site clean—so your property looks exactly as it did before the repair.