Here is more information about our Surrey burst pipe repair service:
Pipe Inspection and Diagnostics
When addressing burst pipes, we start with a thorough inspection of your entire plumbing system. Whether from obvious water leaks coming from your walls or visible flooding in your backyard, we will use both our visual and technical methods to locate the source of the burst pipe. Using a video camera tool built specifically for viewing the inside of pipes, we can inspect the plumbing system to identify the source of the issue and if there are any other underlying damages.
Burst Pipe Repair Methods
After our extensive assessment of your pipelines, we will be able to offer you a reliable repair solution based on your plumbing damage. Pipes can burst both underground or above ground. Depending on where you have a pipe burst, we offer solutions for this plumbing disaster. For burst metal pipes inside of your home, such as copper pipes, there are two main approaches:
- Above-ground burst pipe repair: To patch your water line, we’ll use a pipe cutter to remove the damaged piece. A new segment of copper pipe will be cut to size and soldered to your existing line using a propane torch. We’ll also solder new copper fittings onto this line. Depending on the cause of the burst, we may apply foam pipe insulation to your line as well. There may be instances where patching may not do the job, and we highly recommend pipe replacement for long-lasting solutions.
- Underground burst pipe repair/replacement: For pipes underground, we offer trenchless pipe replacement and repair services. This includes pipe relining and pipe bursting. Pipe patching can be costly and time-consuming, which is why we will most often simply replace the entire pipe that shows damage. Instead of replacing it with copper, we’ll use PEX (cross-linked polyethylene). This material is highly durable and resistant to temperature fluctuations, making it a leading choice for pipe replacements in Surrey today.