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 […]
How Trenchless Pipe Lining Can Fix Potable Water Systems
America’s municipal water systems comprise over 1.2 million miles of water mains, with 240,000 water main breaks annually. That results in considerable disruption to a city’s water supply plus the work, expense, and traffic disruption of replacing those pipes. On top of that, consider that roughly 18% of those aging pipes are constructed from asbestos […]
Trenchless Pipe Rehabilitation Technology Offers Long-Term Solutions for Municipalities
Municipal pipe maintenance continues to be a major challenge for city planners across America. Due to our nation’s aging pipe infrastructure, many municipal planners are faced with the need to rehabilitate deteriorating pipes to their original function. Due to factors including tuberculation, cracks and leaks, and root intrusion, pipes gradually become obstructed over time. Eventually, […]
What Is Trenchless Technology and Rehabilitation?
Pipes are typically out of sight and easy to ignore–until something goes wrong. Well-maintained pipes are essential in order for homes, businesses, towns and cities to function effectively. When something goes wrong with your pipes, regular routines are immediately disrupted. You may have to call an emergency crew to come and solve the problem right […]
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 […]
Municipal Services: Trenchless Underground Pipe Repair
Are you in need of municipal trenchless pipe repair or rehabilitation? If so, you may already be aware that funding for these projects can be a real challenge. Not only is municipal pipe repair expensive when it involves digging large holes, but it can also hinder access to affected locations. Accessibility issues can have complex […]
What Is Trenchless Pipe Repair and How Does It Work?
When pipe repair is needed, traditional methods leave a lot to be desired. They’re expensive and labor-intensive. Underground pipe repair projects take a long time to complete, and they can severely disrupt activity in the affected area. Traffic may need to be diverted while roads are demolished and replaced. If they’re in affected areas, rooms […]