What Is Pipe Relining and How Does It Work?

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Pipe relining has become an innovative and effective method of repairing broken pipes from the inside. Recent breakthroughs in engineering and science have resulted in environmentally friendly pipe repair methods that don’t require any form of digging or destruction to the surrounding land and structures.  

In this article, we’re looking at how pipe relining works and the different technologies available from Reline-A-Pipe in Sydney for varying degrees of severity.

Understanding Trenchless Pipe Installations and Repairs

During trenchless pipe repairs, old pipes are left in their place while a new pipe is simply created or situated inside or around them. These new pipes are usually made from tough and durable composite resin materials, and they can be stronger than the original pipe ever was.  

‘Trenchless’ means there is no reason to excavate, dig or destroy the land around the pipes. These methods can use a cured-in-place (CIPP) pipe that offers cost-effective, environmentally friendly, convenient and safe solutions for broken and damaged pipes. 

What Is CIPP Relining?

CIPP stands for ‘cured-in-place piping’ and is one of the most popular methods of repairing or replacing pipes without the need for digging. In this process, advanced composite resin materials are placed within the damaged pipes to repair them, improve the flow of water and extend the overall lifespan of the pipe. There are a few different methods of this. 

Blueline 

The Blueline method is used to repair cracked, displaced and broken pipe systems. This works by creating a new structural lining inside of the old pipe. The resin is blown into the pipe to cure and form a new lining that can be relied upon for years to come. 

Redline 

Redline epoxy coating is used to repair damage in small, pressurised water pipes – these are often found behind walls and ceilings. Redline can fix poor water pressure and correct pipe corrosion, preventing it from occurring in the future. Redline works in a similar method to Blueline but on a smaller scale. 

Greenline  

For load-bearing pipes underneath driveways, gardens or building, we use NUFLOW’s Greenline. This is a fully structural relining repair that can fix high-pressure water service mains. Greenline works by pulling a liner through the pipe, inflating it and then allowing it to cure rock hard.

The Benefits of CIPP Relining

CIPP relining can: 

  • Fix leaks and prevent tree roots from entering the pipe
  • Prevent blocked drains in the future 
  • Eliminate the need for digging, excavation and destruction 
  • Increase the effectiveness and flowrate of the pipe 
  • Prevent contaminants from entering the water 
  • Give structural repairs to sections without existing pipes 
  • Work well in pipes with junctions, bends and changes in diameter 
  • Result in a stronger pipe than the original or a replacement 
  • Result in simpler and more cost-effective repairs 

Speak to Reline-A-Pipe for CIPP Relining in Sydney

As authorised technicians of NUFLOW technology, Reline-A-Pipe can assist your home or business with Blueline, Redline and Greenline relining methods. If you need assistance in Sydney, you can call us on (02) 9649 1099 or contact us online. 

The Ins and Outs of NUFLOW Technology

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Reline-A-Pipe works with NUFLOW to bring their amazing technology to the residents and businesses of Sydney. Their trenchless methods of pipe repair have completely revolutionized the industry, creating a cost-effective, convenient and safe way of relining and repairing pipes.  

In this article, we’re having a look at the services available from NUFLOW and their three innovative technology systems for relining pipes – Greenline, Redline, and Blueline. 

CCTV Pipe Inspections and Reporting

It’s crucial that the sewer and stormwater pipes around your home and business are always in the best possible condition , especially when leaks and cracks can get nasty quickly. These leaks can be difficult to locate at times; however, this problem is minimised when you organise regular CCTV inspections with Reline-A-Pipe. 

We use NUFLOW technology to create a comprehensive overview of the state of your pipes, including locating where problems are and finding potential trouble areas. You’ll also receive video footage and a report of everything we’ve found. 

Cleaning and Clearing Blocked Drains

Blocked pipes, drains and sewer lines can cause massive disruptions, costly repairs and health hazards for homes and businesses. The longer these problems are left, the riskier they become. Our technicians are authorised to use NUFLOW technology and equipment to clear blocked drains quickly and effectively.  

Using state-of-the-art inspection equipment, we will pinpoint the exact location of the obstruction or leak in your pipes and then use a variety of methods, including high-pressure water jets, to clear the drain safely.  

Pipe Relining and Pipe Repairs

Broken, weakened, and leaking drainage pipes can cause a lot of stress and inconvenience. Luckily, NUFLOW offers three different solutions for these issues, depending on what kind of problem you’re experiencing.

Blueline 

We use NUFLOW’s patented Blueline pipe relining product to repair cracked, displaced and broken pipe systems. This works by creating a new structural lining inside the old pipe. 

Redline 

Redline epoxy coating is used to repair damage in small, pressurised water pipes – these are often found behind walls and ceilings. Redline can fix poor water pressure and correct pipe corrosion, preventing it from occurring in the future.  

Greenline 

For load-bearing pipes underneath driveways, gardens or building, we use NUFLOW’s Greenline. This is a fully structural relining repair that can fix high-pressure water service mains by inserting a liner into the pipe, expanding it and allowing it to set.  

Call Reline-A-Pipe in Sydney Today

To learn more about the different technologies available from NUFLOW, browse our website or get in touch with the team at Reline-A-Pipe. We will help you discover which method is right for your application. Our professional team offers fast, efficient, and cost-effective services for relining your pipes. You can call us on (02) 9649 1099 or contact us online. 

How Is No-Dig Pipe Repair Changing the Game?

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There was a time when inspecting and repairing or replacing a pipe was a destructive and disruptive process, putting homes and businesses out of action for weeks at a time. Due to No-Dig Pipe Repair services from Reline-A-Pipe, plumbers can now completely repair and reline pipes without the need for trenches, digging and expensive destruction to your property.  

In this article, we’re having a look at the different kinds of trenchless pipe relining services and how they’re changing the game. 

Blueline Trenchless Pipe Relining

Blueline structured pipe relining is a state-of-the-art no-dig solution for repairing drains. This cheaper, better option for plumbing work gives you a convenient way to repair cracked, broken and blocked sewer, stormwater and drain lines. We recommend Blueline for PVC, clay, asbestos, steel, and copper pipes, and a whole lot more. 

Blueline works by clearing away any obstructions in the pipe with a high-pressure hose and then pulling a NUFLOW liner into place through the pipe. The liner is then inflated with a custom-made bladder and left to cure. Once it has set, the bladder is removed, and your pipe is completely relined – stronger than ever before. 

Blueline is changing how we reline pipes because it is highly effective in jobs that involve irregular-shaped piping due to the malleable, custom bladder. 

Greenline Pipe Lining 

Greenline is an incredibly versatile lining system that helps in situations that require potable (drinkable) water. Due to its incredible strength, Greenline can be used in high-pressure water mains in diameters ranging from 40mm to 600mm with minimal disruption to the surrounding environment. 

Some of the game-changing benefits of Greenline include: 

  • Protecting your pipes from leaks and tree roots in the future 
  • Increasing the flow rate of the water 
  • Minimal impact on the site 
  • Minimal equipment required 
  • Cost-effective and fast 
  • It can be used to connect existing service lines without excavation 

Redline Drainpipe Repair 

Redline is an internal pipe coating system that can be used for pinhole leaks, fixing poor water pressure, finding and correcting pipe corrosion, and preventing contaminants from entering your water supply. Redline is an epoxy pipe lining system that coats the inside of your water, air, gas and fuel lines, regardless of what they’re made of. 

Redline has changed the way we fix minor problems in piping, giving us a cost-effective, zero-destruction, fast method of replacing your pipelines. 

Call Reline-A-Pipe for Trenchless Pipe Relining in Sydney

When it comes to finding your ideal commercial plumbing service in Sydney, don’t look any further than Reline-A-Pipe. We are the specialists in NUFLOW technology, and we will help you understand your problems before recommending an appropriate way forward.  

Get in touch with our team to find out more about our No-Dig Pipe Repair Services. You can call us on (02) 9649 1099 or contact us online.