From simple leaks and clogs to burst pipes, homeowners encounter a variety of problems with their sewer lines. Traditionally, the problem would take days to repair, as professionals would have to dig trenches on your property to reach the problem area. Thanks to modern developments, however, local companies like Sewer Solutions NW can provide you with trenchless sewer repair in Bellevue, WA, a much more efficient method of repair and replacement. Below, we're going to focus on the history of trenchless technology and how it evolved to become the safe, effective, and often-appreciated solution it is today.

It Started with Air Ducts and Mushrooms

What's now commonly referred to as trenchless pipe lining started as a solution to a problem involving air ducts. In 1970, agricultural engineer Eric Wood developed a process known as cured-in-place piping, or CIPP, to repair air ducts for his mushrooms beds in a way that was less disruptive than traditional methods.

Aging Pipes Inspired Pipe Bursting

If your pipes are severely damaged, you may benefit from trenchless sewer replacement that involves pipe bursting. This trenchless technology was developed in the mid-1970s as a way to break up and replace aging pipes without the need to dig trenches. It also helped address issues with an aging infrastructure in both the United Kingdom and the U.S.

Other Trenchless Technologies and Increased Popularity

Micro-tunneling is another trenchless technique for sewer pipe replacement that was developed in Japan in the early 1970s. Today, this technique is commonly used in environmentally sensitive areas. CIPP repair, pipe bursting, microtunneling, and other trenchless technologies eventually became more accessible as patents expired and methods were fine-tuned.

Sewer Solutions NW is the company to turn to for trenchless pipe repair and other reliable, affordable solutions. We'll evaluate your sewer lines and let you know what options are appropriate.

Contact us today to learn more about trenchless pipe replacement and other services we offer.