Force Main and Gravity Sewer Wastewater Rehabilitation Technology
According to an EPA report on the state of wastewater rehabilitation technology, 16,000 sewer systems are serving 190 million people using 740,000 miles of public sewers and 500,000 miles of private lateral sewers. Additionally, an EPA report on force main rehabilitation estimates 60,000 miles of force main and cites that corrosion and structure failure account […]
Advancing Potable Water Pipeline Maintenance: A Look at Spray-in-Place Pipe Rehabilitation Using 100% Solids Epoxy
The American potable water infrastructure is deteriorating quickly. Today, over two million miles of underground pipes carry potable water across America. But most of these pipes are approaching the end of their natural life. Many of them are unsafe, allowing lead, soil contaminants, bacteria, and other harmful substances to enter the water supply. In 2021, […]
Municipal Pipe Restoration for Water Quality – the Lead Issues in Pipes (Example in Detroit)
Lead is one of the most harmful substances you can find in your drinking water. Exposure to even tiny amounts can lead to serious developmental, mental and physical setbacks. Unfortunately, much of America’s aging water pipe infrastructure was built using lead pipes. Fixing this problem is a complex, ongoing process. Often, the cost of municipal […]
Sewer Pipe Epoxy Lining vs. Replacement: Everything You Should Know
The American Society of Civil Engineers states in their 2021 Report Card for America’s Infrastructure that there are over 800,000 miles of public sewer lines and 500,000 miles of private lateral sewers. The report further notes that utilities spent over $3 billion in 2019 to replace just 4,700 miles of pipeline. While many utilities are […]
What Is the Difference Between Pipe Repair and Pipe Rehabilitation?
Pipe repair and pipe rehabilitation are not the same thing, but these terms are often used interchangeably. If you’re responsible for pipe maintenance for a home, a commercial setting, or a municipality, you will need to know the difference. Being able to discern between pipe repair and pipe rehabilitation is essential for making the right […]
How Affordable Is Trenchless Pipe Repair or Rehabilitation vs Traditional Repair?
If you are in need of pipe rehabilitation, you are probably weighing the pros and cons of your various options. Affordable pipe repair is not always easy to find. Whether in residential, commercial, or municipal settings, your underground pipe repair cost will often be higher than what you expected. However, the costs of not maintaining […]