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Telltales Signs of a Blocked Drain

Have you begun noticing the appearance of water around your home or problems with your stormwater drain after heavy rain and storms? A good stormwater system will be able to take on any amount of increased water flow. However, if there’s a blockage somewhere in the pipes then you may need to call a plumber to get your drainage system back in working order.
When it comes to repairing a damaged or blocked stormwater pipe there are two main options to consider: traditional pipe replacement and the innovative new method of pipe relining.

Signs of a Blocked Storm-water Pipe

  • Surface grates not clearing during heavy rain
  • Gurgling sounds coming from the drains
  • Water pooling around your property
  •  Water coming out of the bottom of your down-pipes

Consider Pipe Relining

Pipe relining involves the insertion of a piece of inflatable tubing into the blocked storm-water pipe, which is then pushed or pulled through it, before being inflated to replace the original pipe.  The tubing is then bonded to the pipe and hardened using a powerful, long-lasting epoxy. The convenience and simplicity of this method mean that pipes can be repaired with minimum fuss.

In contrast, pipe replacement can often last weeks or even months and involves the digging and excavation of trenches on your property. This can damage your lawn, driveway, and potentially even vulnerable structural elements on your property.

Save time and money

Aside from avoiding the time-consuming disruption that comes with pipe replacement, another factor to consider is the price. By contacting a plumbing company that specialises in pipe relining you may be able to cut costs by a substantial amount.

Pipe replacement is typically more expensive, as it involves a significant amount of labour and materials. To assess the problem, a relining specialist can insert a camera into the blocked stormwater pipe, potentially saving you thousands in costly drainage system replacement.

Using relining methods to fix a blocked stormwater pipe also offers the added benefit of being more durable than replacing it with a traditional piping system. This is because the epoxy used to harden the inflatable piping is stronger than most PVC pipes.

Research has shown that blocked stormwater pipes that are unclogged this way can last for decades – sometimes even up to 50 years – without needing repair.

Factors to consider

When choosing between pipe relining and pipe replacement it’s important to consider which method would be the best option for your property. Relining may be particularly suited to fixing a blocked stormwater pipe if your home has:

  • Clay soil
  • A long or deep soil lining
  • Poor soil conditions in the surrounding area
  • Landscaping
  • Structural features that would be difficult to dig around

Pipe relining is ideal for assisting with many of the problems that can lead to a blocked stormwater pipe, including structural damage or the intrusion of tree roots. It can also be a good option for repairing problems caused by home renovation.

If any of these problems have occurred at your home then you may want to consider contacting a plumbing company that specialises in pipe relining services. Call us today on (02) 9199 2631 or complete our Contact form now.

Telltales Signs of a Blocked Drain

Have you begun noticing the appearance of water around your home or problems with your stormwater drain after heavy rain and storms? A good stormwater system will be able to take on any amount of increased water flow. However, if there’s a blockage somewhere in the pipes then you may need to call a plumber to get your drainage system back in working order.
When it comes to repairing a damaged or blocked stormwater pipe there are two main options to consider: traditional pipe replacement and the innovative new method of pipe relining.

Signs of a Blocked Storm-water Pipe

  • Surface grates not clearing during heavy rain
  • Gurgling sounds coming from the drains
  • Water pooling around your property
  •  Water coming out of the bottom of your down-pipes

Consider Pipe Relining

Pipe relining involves the insertion of a piece of inflatable tubing into the blocked storm-water pipe, which is then pushed or pulled through it, before being inflated to replace the original pipe.  The tubing is then bonded to the pipe and hardened using a powerful, long-lasting epoxy. The convenience and simplicity of this method mean that pipes can be repaired with minimum fuss.

In contrast, pipe replacement can often last weeks or even months and involves the digging and excavation of trenches on your property. This can damage your lawn, driveway, and potentially even vulnerable structural elements on your property.

Save time and money

Aside from avoiding the time-consuming disruption that comes with pipe replacement, another factor to consider is the price. By contacting a plumbing company that specialises in pipe relining you may be able to cut costs by a substantial amount.

Pipe replacement is typically more expensive, as it involves a significant amount of labour and materials. To assess the problem, a relining specialist can insert a camera into the blocked stormwater pipe, potentially saving you thousands in costly drainage system replacement.

Using relining methods to fix a blocked stormwater pipe also offers the added benefit of being more durable than replacing it with a traditional piping system. This is because the epoxy used to harden the inflatable piping is stronger than most PVC pipes.

Research has shown that blocked stormwater pipes that are unclogged this way can last for decades – sometimes even up to 50 years – without needing repair.

Factors to consider

When choosing between pipe relining and pipe replacement it’s important to consider which method would be the best option for your property. Relining may be particularly suited to fixing a blocked stormwater pipe if your home has:

  • Clay soil
  • A long or deep soil lining
  • Poor soil conditions in the surrounding area
  • Landscaping
  • Structural features that would be difficult to dig around

Pipe relining is ideal for assisting with many of the problems that can lead to a blocked stormwater pipe, including structural damage or the intrusion of tree roots. It can also be a good option for repairing problems caused by home renovation.

If any of these problems have occurred at your home then you may want to consider contacting a plumbing company that specialises in pipe relining services. Call us today on (02) 9199 2631 or complete our Contact form now.

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