drain lining & no dig pipe lining in devon & cornwall
Repair damaged drains without the need for excavation
Damaged drainage doesn’t always mean digging up driveways, gardens or floors.
At PM Groundworks & Drainage, we provide professional drain lining and pipe relining solutions across Plymouth, Tavistock, Devon and Cornwall. Using modern resin and UV curing technology, we can repair suitable damaged pipework from the inside, creating a strong new lining within the existing drain.
This no-dig approach can provide an effective alternative to traditional excavation and pipe replacement, helping to reduce disruption, mess and the time needed to complete repairs.
WHAT IS DRAIN LINING?
Drain lining, also known as pipe relining or cured-in-place pipe (CIPP) lining, is a trenchless method of repairing damaged drainage pipes.
Rather than excavating and removing the existing pipe, a specialist resin liner is installed inside the damaged section. The liner is positioned against the internal walls of the existing pipe before being cured to create a strong, durable new surface within it.
Depending on the system and requirements of the pipework, the liner can be cured using UV technology or specialist resin curing methods.
Once complete, the lining helps restore the integrity of the existing drain without the extensive excavation normally associated with traditional pipe repairs.
When can drain lining be used?
Drain relining can be suitable for a wide range of drainage problems, including:
Cracked or fractured drainage pipes
Leaking pipe joints
Root intrusion and damage
Ageing or deteriorating pipework
Sections of pipe that are difficult to excavate
Pipes beneath driveways, patios or landscaped areas
Pipes running beneath buildings or other structures
Recurring drainage problems caused by damaged pipework
Before recommending lining, we can inspect the drainage system to understand the condition of the pipe and determine whether relining or a traditional repair is the most appropriate solution.
Lining methods
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Fast, effective curing for suitable drainage repairs
UV drain lining uses ultraviolet light to cure a specialist resin liner once it has been positioned within the existing drainage pipe.
The UV curing process hardens the liner, creating a strong new internal pipe within the existing drain.
Because the repair takes place inside the existing pipework, UV drain lining can significantly reduce the amount of excavation required. This makes it particularly useful where drains run beneath driveways, hard landscaping, buildings or other areas where digging would cause unnecessary disruption.
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Creating a new lining within your existing pipework
Resin drain lining provides another effective way to rehabilitate damaged drainage pipes without automatically resorting to excavation.
A flexible liner containing specialist resin is inserted into the existing pipe and positioned against its internal surface. Once cured, the liner forms a hard, seamless internal layer that helps seal cracks, damaged joints and other defects.
The result is effectively a new surface within the existing drainage pipe, restoring its condition while keeping excavation and disruption to a minimum.
the lining process
From inspection to completed repair
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We begin by inspecting the drainage system using specialist CCTV equipment. This allows us to identify cracks, damaged joints, root ingress and other defects and assess whether the pipe is suitable for lining.
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The pipework needs to be thoroughly prepared before the liner is installed. Any blockages, debris, roots or other obstructions are removed to create a clean surface for the repair.
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The specialist liner is inserted into the damaged section of pipe and carefully positioned to follow the existing pipework.
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Once correctly positioned, the liner is cured. Depending on the lining system being used, this may involve UV light or another specialist resin curing method.
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Following installation, the drainage system can be inspected again to confirm the liner is correctly positioned and the repaired pipe is flowing as it should.
why choose drain lining?
Where the existing pipe is suitable, drain lining can offer several advantages over traditional excavation and replacement.
LESS Excavation
Repairing the pipe internally can avoid the need to dig long trenches through gardens, driveways, patios and other surfaces.
Suitable for difficult-to-access pipes
Lining can be particularly useful where damaged drains run beneath buildings, driveways, landscaping or other areas where conventional excavation would be difficult.
efficient repairs
Modern lining and curing systems allow damaged sections of drainage to be repaired efficiently without removing the entire existing pipe.
minimal disruption
With less excavation required, drain lining can reduce the disruption associated with repairing underground drainage.
long term drainage solution
Once cured, the liner creates a strong new internal surface within the existing pipe, helping to restore its integrity and extend its usable life.
drain lining or pipe replacement?
We’ll recommend the right solution for your drainage system
Drain lining is a highly effective repair method, but it isn’t suitable for every damaged pipe.
If a drain has completely collapsed, is severely displaced or has other significant structural problems, excavation and replacement may still be necessary.
With extensive experience in drainage repairs, CCTV inspections, excavation and pipe replacement, PM Groundworks & Drainage can assess the problem and recommend the most appropriate solution rather than taking a one-size-fits-all approach.
Whether your drainage can be repaired using no-dig pipe lining or requires a traditional replacement, we can provide clear advice on the best way forward.
Drain Lining Across Devon & Cornwall
PM Groundworks & Drainage provides professional drain lining, pipe repairs and drainage solutions for domestic and commercial properties across Plymouth, Tavistock and the wider Devon and Cornwall area.
Whether you’re dealing with a cracked drain beneath a driveway, damaged pipework beneath a property or recurring problems with an ageing drainage system, we can investigate the cause and recommend the most effective repair.
From CCTV drain inspections and traditional pipe repairs to UV and resin drain lining, we’ll find the right solution for your drainage system. Where suitable, no-dig drain lining can provide an effective alternative to excavation and pipe replacement, helping to repair damaged pipework with minimal disruption.
If you suspect cracked, leaking or damaged drains, get in touch to arrange an assessment and find out whether drain lining could be the right solution for your property.
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