Chesterfield, MO Trenchless Sewer Repair Services
Chesterfield Service understands that traditional sewer repair methods can be disruptive and costly. If you’ve been told the sewer line needs replaced and don’t want to tear up your yard, you’re in luck. Trenchless sewer repair in Chesterfield, MO is easier than ever before thanks to our advanced pipe lining and sewer line replacement at Chesterfield Service. To get started call (636) 431-9832 or schedule an appointment online today!
Pipe Lining Vs. Pipe Bursting
When you’re opting for trenchless sewer repair there’s a few options available based on your specific needs.
- Pipe lining (CIPP) is a resin-saturated liner that’s pulled through the existing line and cured in place to form a new pipe within the old one. It’s ideal when the existing pipe is structurally sound but has cracks and root intrusion or corrosion. No pipe removal is necessary and access is through an existing cleanout.
- Pipe bursting is when a bursting head is pulled through the old line and fractures it outward while simultaneously pulling a new HDPE pipe through it. It’s ideal when the line has collapsed or deteriorated beyond repair, and requires an access pitch at each end.
Lining will slightly reduce the inside diameter while bursting maintains or increases it. You need more excavation with bursting but far less than traditional sewer line methods. The one you need isn’t a preference but is based on what we find during a camera inspection.
When Trenchless Isn't an Option
Sometimes trenchless sewer repair in Chesterfield, MO homes isn’t doable. Here’s why:
- The line is fully collapsed or has a belly that won’t accept a liner or bursting head
- The joints are badly offset or a section has separated
- Routing changes where the new line needs to go someplace else
- Access limitations or obstructions from buried utilities
If there’s a municipal connection requirement you may have to get city or county approval first. If open cut is the right answer we’ll let you know instead of selling you a solution that won’t actually work.
Signs Your Sewer Line Needs Repair
Signs of a backed up sewer line aren’t always readily obvious. You need to keep an eye out for things like:
- Multiple fixtures backing up at once
- The basement floor drain is backing up
- Sewer odors in the yard or home
- A patch of yard is unusually green or wet
- Repeated clogs even after drain cleaning
- Gurgling from a toilet when the washer drains
How Much of My Yard Gets Dug Up?
One of the main concerns before sewer line repair or replacement is how much excavation work is needed to get the job done. While trenchless sewer repair in Chesterfield will consist of some digging it’s far less than the traditional methods.
- Open Cut means digging a trench the full length of the line where everything comes up including landscaping and driveways.
- Pipe Lining usually works through an existing cleanout with little to no excavation.
- Pipe Bursting needs an access pit at each end of the run but still avoids one continuous trench.
Trenchless repair helps you preserve mature trees and landscaping which is usually the most expensive part of an open cut job. We try to avoid it as much as possible but will be honest after doing our camera inspection on whether or not an open cut is needed.
What to Expect During a Trenchless Repair
Sewer line repair has never been easier thanks to trenchless methods. Here’s what to expect:
- Camera inspection and line locating with depth marked above ground
- Written scope of what we find covering the method we’ll use and access points
- Permit and utility locates before any digging begins
- Cleaning and preparing your line
- Your line is installed and cured, or the bursting head is pulled through with a new pipe
- Post-repair camera inspection to verify results
- Walkthrough and final testing
Trenchless Repair for Water Lines
In addition to sewer repair we offer trenchless methods for water line repair. It’s for the opposite end of things helping the water safely arrive into your home with no leaks or corrosion that drives up your bills and affects water quality. It’s ideal for anyone with outdated galvanized pipes or polybutylene service lines that will need to be replaced eventually as well.
Trenchless Sewer Repair FAQs
Can every sewer line be repaired trenchless?
No. If there’s a belly or full structural collapse where the bursting head can’t make a through line we will need to do some excavation. Everything gets verified in advance with a camera inspection.
Will you have to dig up my yard or driveway?
While we will need to dig up access points it’s far less excavation than open cut repairs.
Is trenchless cheaper than replacing the sewer line?
Pipework can be comparable sometimes but the savings fall back on not having to restore landscaping as well as driveways and hardscape.
Do you work outside of Chesterfield, MO?
Yes. We service several areas in the region including St. Charles, Wildwood and Ladue. Check out our dedicated page to see the full service area.
Schedule a Sewer Line Inspection
Get in touch with us today for a high definition camera inspection to see if trenchless sewer repair is right for your home. We’ll give you a straight answer and honest work. Call (636) 431-9832 or schedule online today!
