Sewer System Evaluation Surveys (SSES)
Most of the pipes that comprise storm, wastewater and sewer systems are over 100 years old. To prevent cracks, leaks and burst pipes from causing damage to homes, businesses and infrastructure, many local and state governments have mandated that these systems be updated.
But how do you know where to start a project of that scale? That’s where we come in.
At Pipe Logistics, we provide clear, concise and effective surveys and assessments that give our clients the exact information they need to begin repairs or rebuilding these systems. We are aggressive yet prudent in our approach, a philosophy which has won us contracts throughout DeKalb County, City of Hapeville, Clayton County and have worked with the City of Atlanta, as well as several states in the southeast.
CCTV Inspection
Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) is the definitive method of identifying defects and ascertaining the structural integrity of existing sanitary and storm sewer systems. At Pipe Logistics, we utilize CCTV inspections to help our clients determine the current pipe and infrastructure conditions. Once we have evaluated the system, we provide an aggressive and prudent strategy to clean and maintain your infrastructure.
To produce a comprehensive CCTV inspection of the sanitary or storm sewer system, the system should always be cleaned prior to inspection. Cleaning is recommended before inspection activities, as per NASSCO’s PACP protocol.
CIPP Lining
Did you know that the majority of sewer and storm water systems built before 1970 are made mostly of cast iron and clay?
Unfortunately, these materials are prone to developing rust and cracking, allowing roots to grow into and block sewers and water systems. Root intrusion is responsible for 50% of all sewer blockages, and leads to tremendous monetary and time costs for repair. In addition, just repairing these pipes isn’t a long-term solution.
The development of cured-in-place-pipe (CIPP) lining systems has saved both time and money. CIPP systems are trenchless, there is no digging involved. A flexible tube treated with resin, similar to an uninflated inner tire tube, is inserted into the damaged pipes. Once this lining is in place, it is inflated via compressed air, which expands and presses against the inner wall of the damaged pipe. Similar to a cast placed over a broken arm, this tube is left to cure for a few hours, hardening to fill in any cracks or damage to the outer pipe.
CIPP treated pipes are expected to last 50 years, saving money and other valuable resources. CIPP Lining Systems allow you to avoid traffic jams and disrupted business due to extensive trench digging and eliminate the costs of replacing large systems of pipe.