Trenchless Sewer Line in Ogden, UT

The Drawbacks of Conventional Sewer Repair

For decades, the only way to fix a broken sewer line was to dig. This involved heavy machinery, a large crew, and a lengthy, disruptive process. Homeowners had to contend with:

Extensive Property Damage

A long, deep trench running from your home to the street connection meant destroying your carefully manicured lawn, flower beds, walkways, and even sections of your driveway.

High Restoration Costs

The quoted price for the pipe repair was only part of the total expense. You were also left with the significant cost of re-landscaping, pouring new concrete, and repairing other damaged property features.

Lengthy Project Timelines

Traditional sewer replacement could take several days, or even weeks, leaving your yard a chaotic construction zone and potentially interrupting your water and sewer service for extended periods.

Environmental Disruption

The excavation process disturbs the local ecosystem, displaces soil, and carries a larger carbon footprint due to the use of heavy machinery.

Fortunately, with Royal Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning, you no longer have to sacrifice your property to fix your pipes. Trenchless technology makes these disruptive methods obsolete.

Our Advanced Trenchless Sewer Line Solutions

We utilize two primary, industry-leading trenchless methods to address a wide range of sewer line issues, from cracks and leaks to complete collapses. After a thorough video camera inspection to accurately diagnose the problem, our experts at Royal Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning will recommend the best solution for your specific needs.

Pipe Lining (Cured-in-Place Pipe - CIPP)

Pipe lining is an innovative method for rehabilitating a damaged pipe from the inside out, essentially creating a brand-new, seamless pipe within the existing one. This process is ideal for pipes with cracks, gaps, root intrusion, or corrosion that have not yet collapsed.

How Pipe Lining Works

1. Cleaning the Host Pipe: We begin by thoroughly cleaning the existing sewer line using high-pressure hydro jetting to remove any blockages, roots, and debris, preparing the interior surface.
2. Liner Insertion: A flexible, resin-saturated felt liner is inserted into the old pipe through a small access point, typically a cleanout.
3. Inflation and Curing: Once the liner is in place, an inflatable bladder presses it firmly against the pipe walls. The epoxy resin is then cured using heat, steam, or ambient air, hardening into a solid, incredibly durable new pipe.
4. Final Result: The bladder is removed, leaving behind a smooth, joint-free pipe that is resistant to corrosion and root intrusion—engineered to last for 50 years or more.

Pipe Bursting

For sewer lines that are more severely damaged, collapsed, or require an increase in diameter for better flow, pipe bursting is the preferred trenchless replacement method. This technique simultaneously breaks apart the old pipe while pulling a new, high-density polyethylene (HDPE) pipe into its place.

How Pipe Bursting Works

1. Creating Access Points: Two small access pits are dug at either end of the damaged sewer line section.
2. Bursting and Replacement: A powerful hydraulic system pulls a cone-shaped bursting head through the old pipe, fracturing it and pushing the fragments into the surrounding soil.
3. Installing the New Pipe: Directly behind the bursting head, a brand-new, continuous HDPE pipe is pulled into the newly created space.
4. Connection and Completion: The new pipe is connected to your system, the access points are filled, and your sewer line is fully restored with a higher-capacity, seamless pipe that will last for decades.

Why Ogden Homeowners Choose Trenchless Technology

Opting for a trenchless solution from Royal Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning provides significant advantages that save you time, money, and hassle.

Preserve Your Landscaping

The number one benefit is minimal ground disturbance. We can repair or replace your sewer line without digging a trench, saving your lawn, garden, patio, and driveway.

Faster Turnaround Time

Most trenchless projects are completed in a single day, a fraction of the time required for traditional excavation—meaning less disruption to your daily life.

Cost-Effective Solution

When you factor in the money saved on not having to rebuild your landscape, repair your driveway, or pay for extensive labor, trenchless methods are often the more affordable option.

Superior Durability

The seamless pipes installed using trenchless methods are stronger and more reliable than older, jointed pipes. They are impervious to root intrusion, resistant to cracks and leaks, and designed to last for over 50 years.

At Royal Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning, we understand the unique challenges Ogden’s soil and climate can present to underground infrastructure. Our technicians are highly trained and equipped with the latest technology to ensure your trenchless sewer repair is performed flawlessly, providing a permanent solution to your plumbing problems.