Pipe Relining Process

Worried about Aging Pipes? Pipe Relining can Restore them Without Digging.

Damaged or aging pipes can be an expensive problem waiting to happen. If you are dealing with recurring blocked drains, foul smells, slow drainage, or increased water bills, your pipes may need professional attention. Whether caused by tree root invasion, ageing infrastructure, or ground movement, damaged pipes pose a major risk and create havoc in your home or commercial property

Traditionally, fixing this problem meant digging up your garden, driveway, or flooring, creating a mess, stress, and significant excavation expenses. Thanks to the innovative technique of pipe relining, this is no longer the case.

Let's face it no one wants their landscape or property torn apart if it can be avoided. At Reline Solutions, we offer trenchless pipe relining, the modern, no-dig solution to repair your underground pipes. This innovative process allows us to reline your existing pipes from the inside, creating a brand-new, durable pipe within the old one.

Signs Your Pipes May Need Relining

There are several clear warning signs that your pipes may be damaged or not functioning as they should. If you spot any of these issues, don’t wait, get in touch with the expert team at Reline Solutions. We’ll carry out a detailed inspection using advanced CCTV drain cameras to assess the condition of your pipes and determine whether pipe relining is the best approach.

• Frequent blockages and clogged sinks
• Damp areas where they shouldn't be
• Foul odours coming from your drains
• Old or ageing pipes
• Leaking pipes
• Corroded pipes
• Tree root intrusion

Pipe Relining Process Explained

Pipe relining is the go-to trenchless, no-dig technology that offers a faster, less invasive, and often more affordable alternative to traditional pipe repairs, patching  or replacement. Instead of digging up and replacing damaged pipes. By inserting a durable lining into the existing pipe, relining is the perfect method for sewer lines, stormwater drains, and other underground pipe systems, providing long-lasting, reliable results without the disruption of major excavation.

✔️Inspect the Pipe Damage

The first step in the pipe relining process is to find out exactly what is wrong with the pipe. To achieve this, a drain camera is sent down to see what is happening inside the piping. The drain camera is on the lookout for any blockages that may need clearing, as well as any damage that is apparent, and any junctions will need to be addressed later on. Once this is complete, this information is used to decide on the best way to get the pipe ready for relining.

✔️Clear and Clean the Pipe

If any solid intrusions or damage are found in the pipe, a robotic cutter is used to remove them. Robotic cutters will cut through almost anything, including steel and concrete. A high-pressure water jetter is used to clear the pipe of any debris and blockages, as well as thoroughly clean the pipewall to ensure a good bond between the outside of the new lining and the old pipe.

✔️Check that the Pipe is Ready for Relining

Before the pipe relining starts, drain cameras are sent down again to do a final check. This is to ensure that all intrusions have been removed and the pipe is clean of debris and ready for relining. It is also finalised as to exactly how the pipe is to be relined and how much lining is needed to be prepared.

✔️Preparing the Pipe Liner

The length of the lining that is required is then measured and prepared for insertion in a purpose-built truck. When using inversion pipe relining it involves mixing epoxy resin with a hardening agent. This resin is then poured into the liner, which is rolled repeatedly to ensure that the resin is evenly distributed along the entire length and impregnated into the material.

✔️Inserting the Pipe Liner

Inversion pipe relining uses a special inversion drum to blow the liner into the pipe. This utilises compressed air to not only insert the liner into the pipe, but to also invert it (so it becomes inside out). Once this process is complete, the inside of the liner that has the resin impregnated is now on the outside and pressed against the original pipe using compressed air.

✔️Cure the Pipe Lining

Now it is a waiting game, as the resin needs time to cure so it turns into a hard protective coating along the pipe. When using the inversion pipe relining method, this can either be left to cure by itself, or the process can be sped up by using hot water.

✔️Cut out Junctions and Inspection Pits

Once the damaged pipe has been completely lined, any junctions or inspection pits need to be cut out. With inspection pits, this can generally be completed from the surface with a grinder or similar. However, with junctions, a robotic cutter needs to be used.

✔️Completing the Process

The damaged section of pipe has now been completely relined. One final check is carried out to ensure the pipe is fully covered and as good as new (maybe even better), providing 50+ years of protection. This involves both a visual inspection with a drain camera and a check for leaks with the appropriate leak detection equipment.

Advanced Brawoliner Pipe Relining 

At Reline Solutions, we rely on the advanced Brawoliner inversion pipe reliner to effectively reline damaged, worn, or blocked pipes. Known for its superior quality, Brawoliner ensures seamless, fault-free relining and carries the prestigious DIBt certification.  Launched in 2005, Brawoliner is officially recognised as a certified construction product and technique and approved by the Deutsches Institut für Bautechnik (German Institute for Building Technology). This state-of-the-art relining solution forms a strong, long-lasting bond between the liner and the existing pipe, delivering a durable and permanent seal.

Cost of Pipe Relining

The cost of pipe relining depends on several factors such as the severity of the pipe damage, the length of the pipe to be relined, and the time needed to complete the work. Typically, pricing is calculated per metre of relining material used, with labour costs factored in as well.  For a comprehensive estimate tailored to your specific situation, contact Reline Solutions on 0403 355 550. Our team delivers cost-effective pipe repairs and relining without compromising on the quality of our products or workmanship.

Why Choose Reline Solutions for Pipe Relining?

Reline Solutions are industry leaders in pipe relining. Backed by years of experience and a strong commitment to quality, we go above and beyond to keep your pipes in top condition, reliable and long-lasting. Our dedicated relining technicians provide customised solutions and prompt service to Brisbane, the surrounding suburbs across to the Lockyer Valley.

• No Excavation Needed: Preserve your landscaping, driveways, and indoor areas.
• Fast Turnaround: Most jobs are completed within a day.
• Durable Solution: Our pipe relining has a long life expectancy with superior resistance to roots, corrosion, and leaks.
• Cost-Effective: Lower overall costs compared to traditional pipe replacement.
• Minimally Disruptive: Ideal for homes, commercial sites, and heritage properties.

Your Local Brisbane Pipe Relining Experts

The Reline Solutions team specialise in pipe relining for residential and commercial plumbing systems. To find out more about pipe relining, speak to one of our skilled drain plumbers on 0403 355 550 or complete our online booking form.