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What is Trenchless sewer replacement?

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How does it work?

The Tric system works by digging two holes, one where the sewer exits the building and the other at either the property line or in the street where it connects to the mainline. A steel cable is then threaded through the old sewer pipe and a hardened steel bursting head is attached to one end of the cable. The new polyethylene pipe is then attached to the back of the bursting head. At the other end the TRIC hydraulic system is set up which pulls the cable. Once the system has been set up and turned on the operator uses a remote control to "pull" the cable with the head and pipe attached down into the hole at the side of the house. It then pulls the new HDPE pipe through the old pipe breaking it and pushing the pieces out into the surrounding soil. The new pipe gets pulled all the way to the exit hole where the connections are made, it is inspected and then the holes filled in.

How much does it cost?

Most contractors with the TRIC system charge by the foot. Depending on the hardscape (What's above the pipe being replaced), the price might range between $50 and $125 per foot.

Is it cheaper than just having my sewer line dug up and replaced?

Usually. Much of the cost of a sewer replacement job is in the restoration of the property that had been dug up. The TRIC system helps greatly in minimizing restoration costs and the savings can be passed down to you.

How long does it take?

The actual "pulling" or bursting of the old pipe usually takes less than one hour but sometimes a little longer. The entire job from preparation of the holes to making the final connections is often done in half a day.

What type of pipe does it use?

The TRIC system primarily uses HDPE or High Density Polyethylene Pipe as the replacement pipe. This pipe is superior to other traditional pipe such as clay, cast iron or pvc plastic piping. HDPE pipe is inherently corrosion resistant, leak tight because the pipe is fused or melted together where the joint is stronger than any other part of the pipe, and highly flexible. For trenchless installation it is the pipe of choice.

What is the difference between this process and just having my sewer replaced with traditional methods?

The biggest difference is that the TRIC system minimizes destruction to your landscaping and hard surface areas such as driveways and concrete. By only digging two small access holes the process preserves what otherwise would have to be dug up and replaced by tradtional methods of pipe replacement.

How long does the new HDPE pipe last?

HDPE pipe has an estimated life of well over two hundred years.

What is the warranty on a sewer replacement done this way with HDPE pipe?

Each contractor usually warranties their work whether it be on the pipe materials or the labor for doing the job.