Pipe Relining in Clovelly

Almost certainly. Excavation on a steep Clovelly block often means heavy machinery on a slope, temporary shoring, retaining wall removal and reinstatement, and significant cost beyond the plumbing itself. Relining avoids all of that. The work is done from small access pits, the slope doesn't affect the process, and the garden, retaining walls, and paths stay completely undisturbed. For steep coastal blocks where the alternative is a major earthworks exercise, relining is usually the clear winner on both cost and disruption.

A CCTV drain inspection tells you exactly what condition the pipes are in. We run a camera through the line and show you the footage in real time. If the joints are still tight and the pipe interior is smooth, no action needed - just monitor. If we find root intrusion at joints, cracks, or joint displacement, relining before the pipe collapses is the proactive move. At 70-80 years old, most original clay pipes in Clovelly's interwar bungalows are showing some level of deterioration, so the inspection is a worthwhile investment.

Pipe relining creates a new pipe inside your existing pipe - without digging. We insert a resin-coated liner, inflate it against the pipe walls, and cure it in place. The result is essentially a brand new pipe with a 50-year warranty, and your garden stays intact.

Usually by a wide margin. A traditional excavation and replacement means ripping up driveways, gardens, tiled floors, or retaining walls - plus the cost of putting it all back. Relining skips most of that, so the total bill for you is almost always significantly lower. We'll quote both options after the CCTV inspection so you can compare for your specific job.

Most residential relining jobs are completed in a single day. The liner cures in 2-4 hours, and your drains are back in service the same day. No weeks of open trenches in your yard.

Better in some ways. The relined pipe is seamless (no joints for roots to infiltrate), corrosion-resistant, and smoother than the original - so it actually flows better. Plus a 50-year manufacturer warranty.

Most can. We need the pipe to hold its basic shape - completely collapsed pipes can't be relined and need excavation. That's why we always start with a CCTV inspection to assess whether relining is suitable.

Pipe relining cost depends on pipe diameter, access, the length of damaged pipe, and what the CCTV inspection reveals. Every job is quoted after inspection — we'll show you the camera footage and explain exactly what's needed before you commit. Relining is almost always cheaper than excavation when you factor in the cost of digging up driveways, gardens, or flooring.