What is Cured in Place Pipe Lining?
Cured in place pipe lining, also know as CIPP lining, is a method of trenchless pipe repair restoration used in existing pipe repair. This process is done to preserve the current pipes that have been damaged by leaks, cracks, intruding roots, and rust. It is used to increase the lifespan of a pipe system for up to 100 years while also preserving the building structures and
causing little to no damage to the property.
CIPP Lining Process :
By using a pipe relining service that doesn't require any digging it allow customers to have the peace of mind that their property above ground will no be affected. This is because all the pipe lining work will be done below the ground. Before the lining process begins, the CIPP lining contractor will go in with video pipe inspection technology to determine the location of the damage and then will map out a plan to proceed in repairing the pipe.
After finding the location of the damage the following work is done to prepare the pipe for the lining process :
- Remove roots from the pipe and flush debris from the pipe using a hydrovac, or jet vac cleaning truck.
- Set up a sewer bypass system, if necessary, to re-route wastewater to other nearby pipes during the lining process.
- Set up and run a vacuum truck to keep the pipes free of debris and water during the lining process.
After this work is all done, the CIPP lining contractor can finally start the lining process. A high strength woven fiber that is saturated with a special type of epoxy resin mix is used to line the old pipe. The contractor then inserts the lining into the existing damaged pipe, making sure the problem area is being addressed. Once the pipe lining has been inserted all throughout, they will expose the liner to heat, in the form of steam, to cure, or harden, the liner inside of the pipe. The liner then becomes flush with the existing pipe, essentially creating.2410110828397.webp)
a pipe within a pipe. The contractors will then open and reinstate sewer service lateral connections that were covered by the pipe lining and remove any bypass system they may have set up as well. Finally, when the new pipe lining is settled, it will be inspected one last time by video pipe inspection technology to make sure all the problem areas are covered, and everything is where it should be.
How long does the CIPP lining last?
The epoxy resin coating applied to the pipe system provides a damp-proof, corrosion resistant, wear-resistant, and non-corrosive lining. This lining ensures that the system is completely protected and strengthened to last for decades. On average, a CIPP lining can last up to 50 years. With average use, the lining will also be protected from root intrusion, cracks, leaks, and other damages associated with underground utilities.
How much does the CIPP lining cost?
The cost of cured in place pipe lining installation varies on an individual basis. Some determining factors are :
- The size of the pipes themselves
- How much cleaning the pipe needs
- The difficulty to access the pipe
At the end of the day however, it is more affordable than traditional pipe repair methods. Contact Wind River Environmental today, to get a quote on your pipe lining job.
