In the quiet neighborhood of Dunedin, a single-family home faced a common but distressing issue: water was backing up into the shower, indicating a serious plumbing problem beneath the home. This wasn’t just any plumbing issue—it was a damaged 4″ lateral pipe running under the concrete slab of the house. Traditional repair methods would have required extensive excavation, tearing through the slab, and causing significant disruption to the home and its occupants. That’s where our innovative solution came into play, offering a non-invasive, efficient, and effective repair with our patented UV lining system.
Our UV lining system, equipped with the groundbreaking LightRay packers, was the perfect solution for this situation. The LightRay packers are a proprietary cold LED double-strand system, designed for repairing pipes with diameters of 3, 4, and 6 inches. For this particular job, the 4-inch diameter packer was selected to match the damaged lateral. These packers are known for their industry-leading cure times, thanks to the double strand, cold LED lights that require only 24-volts to cure. This low voltage requirement not only makes the system energy efficient but also minimizes the risk during operation.
One of the key challenges in pipe repair, especially under a structure like a home, is navigating the repair material through bends and turns in the existing plumbing. Our system addresses this challenge with a leading-edge navigation spring, designed to assist in maneuvering around bends effortlessly.
The repair process began with the insertion of the LightRay packer into the damaged section of the pipe. The specialized silicone bladder, reinforced for multiple uses and sustained durability, ensured that the liner was perfectly positioned and secured within the pipe. Once in place, the cold LED lights were activated, curing the liner and forming a new, seamless pipe within the old one. This process not only sealed the leaks but also strengthened the pipe structure, preventing future problems.
The entire operation was carried out with minimal disruption to the homeowner and quiet neighborhood of Dunedin. There was no need for excavation, preserving the home’s foundation and landscape. The quick disconnect system of our UV packers allowed for easy switching and retrieval, further speeding up the process and reducing labor costs.
The homeowner was relieved to see the water backing up issue resolved so quickly and without the mess and stress of traditional repair methods. Our patented UV lining system proved to be the ideal solution for repairing the damaged lateral under the slab, showcasing its efficiency, innovation, and minimal environmental impact. This successful application in Dunedin is just one example of how our advanced plumbing solutions are setting new standards in the industry, providing homeowners with quicker, more reliable, and less invasive repair options.
