INTRODUCING TRENCHLESS
TECHNOLOGY FROM bluewater™

bluewater™ presents a less costly and less disruptive way to repair damaged drains. It’s called Trenchless Technology and it allows us to repair faulty drain- pipes without digging up yards, patios or driveways. Providing you with a less expensive solution to septic issues and stronger drains that will prevent future problems. For more information, please call 1-866-4-WHYDIG or you can read the following article on the full benefits of Trenchless Technology.

By choosing bluewater™, you will be provided with professional, reliable service. We realize that your time is money and that you are not looking for another company that gives you the old “song and dance” routine.

No matter the project size, we will provide free estimates and honest service. Call us today and one of our experienced account representatives will visit your location, assess your septic needs and turn around proposals quickly and efficiently. And if it's an emergency, no problem. We also offer 24/7 emergency response services. At bluewater™, we are committed to providing you with professional service next to none.

Overview

Sewer drain pipes frequently create havoc for property owners and managers. Sewers back up due to aging lines, root intrusion, calcification and ground movement from seismic activity, costing property owners millions of dollars annually in damage to their property structures and landscaping and millions more in increased taxes due to crumbling underground infrastructure of municipalities.

In addition to the expense and inconvenience, backed up sewage creates health risks such as contamination from mold and harmful bacteria. Backups also cause sewers to overflow, spewing deadly waste into our streets, waterways and beaches.

Trenchless Technology has created an alternative to sewer drain replacement commonly referred to as Cured-In-Place Pipe (CIPP). CIPP is where a pipe is created “within the existing pipe” with special epoxy resins creating the structural strength of new pipes without damage to structures, floors, hardscape, sidewalks, streets or landscaping. The process has been in use now for over 25 years. There are two primary types of applications, the ‘pull-in-place’ (PIP) method and the ’inversion’ method. We specialize in the ‘pull-in-place’ (PIP) method, where the liner is pulled into position where needed, filled with epoxy, cured into place and then the job is complete. The greatest advantage to this method, versus inversion, is that we can structurally epoxy line multiple angles and provide the option of only lining the area in need of repair. We do NOT have to line the entire length of the pipe from the point of entry to the point of needed repair, which means significant cost savings and flexibility. The other most common method of CIP lining is Inversion, which is an alternate, less innovative technique, where the liner itself rolls out from the point of entry as it is filled with water, air or steam and once cured-in-place, the end is more trim to allow for flow.

The Trenchless Technology process consists of three steps. First, the lines are evaluated with sewer cameras to determine what’s needed to resolve the problem. Next, lines are cleaned and finally the liner is pulled into place. The end result is the creation of a smooth and seamless ‘pipe within a pipe.’ However, the newer pipe is better. Roots cannot penetrate the new “jointless” pipe. Calcification can no longer occur because the deposits will not adhere to the inner walls of the new epoxy barrier-lined pipe. Best of all, the whole process is done above ground, which means landscape, hardscape and floors remain undisturbed.

Millions of linear feet of drain lines have been saved using the pull-in-place process. We realize every building and project is unique and we would appreciate the opportunity to discuss your particular situation. Please call 866-4-WHYDIG and we’ll work with you to find the optimal solution for your particular needs. Our installers have the experience and advanced technical knowledge to meet your specific needs, regardless of the depth of the pipe or corrosive nature of the environment.

The Problem

Aging Sewer Lines Most facilities/structures built prior to the early 1970s had sewer lines composed of primarily cast iron and clay. The primary problem seen in these lines is cracking and the bottom of the pipe rusting out. Clay pipes were traditionally used from the property drop to the city sewer main. In most areas property owners are responsible for the maintenance of their lines from structure to the city saddle which is located within 18 inches of the city main. The primary and extremely common problems seen in clay pipes are root intrusion at the joints and cracks.

Root Intrusion Root intrusion into sewer pipe systems is reported to cause 50% of all sewer blockages. Interference of trees into sewer systems is likely to occur in older systems and in cracked pipes. Factors that contribute to damage include older pipes with joints, shallow pipes, small-dimension pipes and fast-growing tree species. Cost associated with caring for root intrusion in the past has been expensive and laborious and, unfortunately, is rarely a permanent fix.

Trenchless Technology creates a seamless pipe which prevents infiltration and exfiltration, restores the structural integrity of the original pipe and eliminates the joints which weaken and allow root intrusion.

Calcification in Sewer Lines
Over time, calcium deposits from water form a crusted coating called ‘calcification’ which clogs up household pipes and drain lines, especially when hard water is in use. Once pipes are lined with epoxy, calcification can no longer occur because the deposits cannot adhere to the interior walls of the new epoxy barrier pipe.

Ground Movement Affects Sewer Line Integrity
Major seismic activity can cause breaks in sewer lines, but more frequently, minor seismic activity causes cracking and structural damage at the joints. The seamless, “jointless” nature of the PIP method means not only is the existing problem solved, but the new, seamless pipe will avert future problems as well.

The Process

Identify the Problem by Sewer Camera
When you call to have us evaluate your sewer and drain lines the first thing we will do is schedule a camera. When we come to your property we will run a camera through your sewer main lines and/or lateral lines. The camera footage is recorded on DVD format and you are provided a copy of the DVD as well as a plot plan of how the sewer lines run through your property. From here the technician will be able to evaluate your needs and recommend the best solution for your specific problem.

Clean the Pipes
Once the problem and solution are identified, our process can begin. The first step is to clean out all roots and descale any calcite, etc. in order to return the pipe back to its original functioning diameter. To do this we either jet the lines or use pneumatic tools such as the scorpion. Cast pipe may require additional preparation if the pipe is badly corroded or there is a void in the pipe.

Install the Liner
After the cleaning process is complete, the lining can begin. Based upon the solution you and your technician have decided upon, the length of liner needed is cut, a custom two-part epoxy is mixed and poured in to permeate the felt liner. The saturated liner is then pulled in place, the bladder is inflated and the curing begins. Once the epoxy lining has cured, the bladder is extracted, leaving a complete structural pipe within a pipe. To insure that the job has been performed perfectly, a camera is done to inspect the work and you receive a copy of this as well.

The Benefits

The Benefits

  • No destruction to structure, landscape, hardscape and little disruption of normal routine
  • Significant cost savings over other methods such as sewer replacement
  • CIPP restores structural integrity, prevents root intrusion and increases flow capacity

Prevents Root Intrusion and Stops Leaks
Cured-in-place epoxy lining molds to the diameter of the host pipe or creates a pipe where there are gaps, literally creating a seamless pipe within a pipe. This eliminates the possibility of future root intrusion. In most cases when there are cracks, separation or root intrusion, sewage is seeping out below your property into underground structures or into the landscaping. The lining process eliminates this problem today and for the foreseeable future.

Increases Flow
Cured-in-place pipe actually increases flow capacity because the Trenchless Technology pipe is smoother than old clay, cast iron or concrete pipe. Calcification deposits will not adhere to the epoxy-lined walls; thus, flow is unimpeded and future blockage from normal pipe use is greatly reduced. Maintenance contracts are available to prevent soft scale build-up and to detect any potential concerns before they become major problems.

No Digging or Destruction
All of our lateral rehabilitation techniques can be launched through cleanouts. Above ground there are no piles of excavated dirt, no busted hardscape to repair, no traffic tie-ups and no haggling with subcontractors over repair of the damage. You can tear up your floors, landscape and more, but why would you if you didn’t have to?

Offers the Structural Strength of New Pipes
The finished product withstands every corrosive environment, as well as the test of time, thus eliminating any future need for excavation. Resin formulas are custom-specified to meet customers’ special requirements. The Trenchless Technology liner enhances the structural strength of host pipe and acts as a stand-alone pipe within a pipe, meeting or exceeding ASTM D790 Standards. The life expectancy of the Trenchless Technology liner is over 50 years.

Alternative to Sewer Drain Replacement
Replacing underground sewer drain pipe means costly excavation of slab foundations, flooring, sidewalks, streets, driveways and landscaping, only to have the same problems arise when roots grow back and calcification deposits build up again. This proven Trenchless Technology process has been used since 1998 to restore drain lines to better-than-new condition, without destruction of floors, walls, foundations, landscaping, parking lots, sidewalks, driveways or anywhere drain lines are located.

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