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Sewer line damage is disruptive—and traditionally, repairing it meant tearing up driveways, landscaping, concrete, or lawns. Today, homeowners and strata properties across Metro Vancouver are choosing trenchless sewer repair, a fast, non-destructive solution ideal for BC’s older clay tile systems, shifting soils, and heavy-rooted neighbourhoods.
Alpine Plumbing & Heating provides licensed trenchless sewer repair and trenchless sewer replacement across Surrey, Vancouver, Burnaby, White Rock, Langley, and the Fraser Valley. Our methods restore failing sewer lines without major excavation, saving you thousands in property restoration and minimizing downtime.
If you’re experiencing recurring backups, sewage odours, soggy lawn patches, or a failing clay tile line, trenchless repair is often the most efficient, long-term solution.
Restore your sewer line with minimal disruption. Call (604) 817-1777 or request a trenchless sewer inspection online.
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Both methods have their place—especially in older neighbourhoods. Here is a clear comparison:
Traditional Sewer Replacement
Trenchless Sewer Repair
After your Sewer Camera Inspection, our technicians explain the ideal method and provide clear, upfront pricing—no surprises.
1. CIPP Lining (Cured-In-Place Pipe Lining)
A highly durable, seamless liner is inserted into your existing pipe and cured to form a new pipe inside the old one.
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2. Pipe Bursting (Trenchless Pipe Replacement)
A new pipe is pulled through the old one, fracturing the old pipe outward as it goes.
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3. Sectional Spot Repairs (Trenchless)
If only a small portion is damaged, we install a reinforced patch liner over the affected area.
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4. Epoxy Coating (For Cast Iron or Concrete Interiors)
A spray-applied epoxy seals rough or corroded internal surfaces, restoring flow and preventing future deterioration.
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Sewer problems often begin subtly and worsen over time. Before recommending trenchless repair, our team performs a Sewer Camera Inspection to confirm the pipe’s condition and suitability.
You may be a candidate if your property has:
Trenchless repair is preferred when the pipe still has structural integrity—even if it’s cracked or root-invaded. Fully collapsed pipes may require excavation, but most BC clay tile systems can be restored without digging.
Don’t let sewer damage escalate into flooding, property loss, or structural issues. Call (604) 817-1777 or request an online. trenchless evaluation today.
A Sewer Camera Inspection is required to determine eligibility. If the pipe still has structural integrity—even with cracks, corrosion, or roots—trenchless repair is usually possible. Fully collapsed pipes or severely misaligned sections may require traditional excavation, but most BC homes qualify for trenchless methods.
Yes. CIPP liners and pipe-bursting materials are rated for 50+ years and resist corrosion, roots, and groundwater pressure. These materials outperform older clay tile and cast iron, making trenchless repair a long-term replacement solution for Lower Mainland properties.
Most projects are completed in a single day, including preparation, lining or bursting, and verification. Larger or deeper systems may take longer, but trenchless methods are significantly faster than open-cut excavation, which can take several days and require major restoration.
Minimal access points are required—typically two small pits. This preserves driveways, retaining walls, patios, and gardens. Compared to traditional excavation, which requires full trenching, trenchless repair dramatically reduces property disruption and restoration costs.
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