Pipe Repair Without The Digging
At Hunter Eco Plumbing, our specialty is drain pipe relining in Newcastle and the Hunter Valley – the no-dig, trenchless way to repair broken or cracked pipes. Traditional pipe repair often meant digging a trench to gain access to the pipe. This method damages your yard and leaves you to restore the landscaping after the work has been completed. With our trenchless pipe relining technology, we restore your drains quickly, protect your landscaping and concrete, and back it all with a lifetime workmanship guarantee.
What is pipe relining?
Pipe relining is a modern form of trenchless drain repair, having only been around in Australia since the 90s. Now, with the newest technology, we install a new, seamless “pipe within a pipe” that restores full function to your plumbing as well as preventing future tree root invasion or leaks. Pipe relining is faster, more cost effective and less disruptive than the invasive alternative, and can be a great solution for homes and businesses across Newcastle and the Hunter Valley.
When do I need pipe relining?
You may need pipe relining when your existing pipes are cracked, leaking, collapsed, or suffering from frequent blockages that traditional repairs haven’t fully resolved. It’s especially useful if digging to access pipes is impractical or would cause significant disruption, such as under driveways, landscaped gardens, or concrete slabs. Signs you might need pipe relining include slow drainage, bad smells, recurring pipe blockages, or water damage around your property.
What sort of pipes can be relined?
Pipe relining is a versatile solution that can be used to repair a wide range of underground pipes made from clay, PVC, cast iron, terracotta, and concrete. It’s particularly effective for sewer lines, stormwater drains, and water pipes that have cracks, leaks, root intrusion, or corrosion. Because the relining process involves inserting a flexible liner coated with resin inside the existing pipe, it can navigate bends and joints, making it suitable for pipes of various shapes and sizes. This trenchless method avoids costly excavation and is ideal for residential, commercial, and industrial plumbing systems.
How does pipe relining work?
Pipe Relining is a specialised skill that is performed by our expert plumbers. There are three steps to every pipe reline job.
High Pressure Sewer Jetting
We use the latest in high pressure sewer jetting equipment to jet blast the drain and clear any blockages such as waste, tree roots, debris or grease that has built up and accumulated overtime.
CCTV Inspection
We then use state-of-the-art CCTV cameras to inspect the damage to the drains, this helps us establish the cause of the blockage or damage inside the line.
Custom Sized Bladder Install
A custom sized bladder is then installed into the damaged section and inflated, relining the existing pipe internally, once it has cured we re-inspect with CCTV leaving you with a permanent ‘no dig’ solution.
How does patch relining work?
Watch this video to see Hunter Eco Plumbing’s Pipe Relining technology in action.
How does inversion relining work?
Inversion Lining is used for multiple breaks along one line, multi story buildings, commercial and industrial properties