Commercial CIPP has had its fair share of yeas and nays. It is undoubtedly efficient against pipe issues, but it won’t work in certain situations like total collapse. For this reason, many property owners struggle to pick a preferred method between CIPP and trench pipe repair.
To answer the biggest question, commercial CIPP is definitely effective. But it depends on who is asking and the situation of their pipe systems. A good rule of thumb is to contact pipe rehabilitation experts to conduct a video inspection so you can have a birds-eye view of the situation.
Read on as we explore commercial CIPP, a step-by-step breakdown of the procedure, and its effectiveness in different pipe scenarios.
First, What Is Commercial CIPP?
Commercial CIPP is a specific process geared at remediating underground commercial pipes. It is a unique procedure because it aims to remediate damaged pipes without causing any disruptions or downtime.
Luckily, CIPP is a famously quiet process. Because experts aren’t doing any digging or structural work, there isn’t any significant damage to the building. In a matter of hours, experts clean out the line and insert a flexible epoxy pipe.
Shortly after, they use water or air pressure to expand the epoxy to coat the inner walls of the damaged pipe. Then, they follow with heat or UV light to harden the epoxy in place. Soon after, the pipe is reconnected and ready for use.
How Effective Is CIPP?
Cured-in-place pipe repair is effective and recommended for cracks and leaks in pipelines. With analysis from a video inspection, you can even use CIPP to prevent future pipe issues. However, CIPP is useless against a collapsed pipe.
For CIPP to work, much of the pipe must still be intact. The process simply acts like a new inner pipe and seals out cracks and leaks. But if the pipe is extensively eroded or worn, CIPP is impossible. Luckily, regular pipe inspections can help keep a keen eye on your pipes before they collapse.
At Vertical Pipe Repair, quality is our watchword, as we restore damaged liners with top-notch technology. Armed with deep expertise and a dedication to quality, we offer our clients stellar pipe restoration services. Contact us today, and we’ll schedule a video inspection and give you an in-depth analysis.