Partial collapse and significant cracking in storm drain pipes reduce hydraulic capacity and indicate progressive structural failure. Camera inspection confirms whether CIPP lining is still viable — or whether the pipe has passed the threshold where excavation becomes the only option.
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Storm drain pipe collapse follows a predictable progression — from initial cracking through partial collapse to complete failure. Each stage has implications for rehabilitation options.
The window for trenchless rehabilitation closes as structural failure progresses. Camera inspection confirms where in the progression each section is — and whether CIPP lining is still viable.
Collapse and cracking are most common in aging concrete and metal pipe systems — particularly those at or past their design life under current loading conditions.
A Greensboro commercial property's routine maintenance camera inspection found a partial crown collapse in an 18-inch RCP storm drain main under the main entry drive — approximately 35% of the pipe cross-section was obstructed by the deflected crown section. The pipe was still flowing but was identified as a near-term failure risk.
LiningWorks installed a structural CIPP liner through the full affected run, bridging the partial collapse section. Post-installation camera confirmed full liner bond and restoration of the near-full pipe cross-section. The entry drive was not closed during installation.
“Partial crown collapse found during routine inspection under the main entry drive. LiningWorks lined the run through manholes while the driveway stayed open. Post-installation camera showed complete restoration. Avoided what would have been an emergency excavation.”
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We had a plumbing emergency around the holiday's and called a local plumbing company. They cleared the line and quoted a pretty high price to dig up my yard and fix the damaged sewer line. The next day I found LiningWorks online and called Jeremiah. He was very helpful and confident they could fix my sewer line without digging. Seemed too good to be true. The lining has been installed, yard not damaged and looks to have resolved the break. Jeremiah even offered to come back and scope it at a later time to ensure it's all good. Highly recommend Lining Works for any situation where you can't or don't want to dig. Thanks guys!
LiningWorks was top notch. We had a sewer main that got damaged and was completely blocked up. They were able to clear the drain, remove all issues, and reline the entire sewer main without cutting out my driveway and yard. And they were able to get the job done in one day. I would and plan to do business these guys again in the future and would highly recommend them to others.
Where do I begin? Let's just say I had an absolute nightmare on my hands for about 5 years with my sewage. I had one company quote me 7k after he snaked my sewage line and from there I just kept snaking it every year. I dreaded the oncoming financial disaster but I bit the bullet and called LiningWorks. BEST home decision of 5 years. Jeremiah came out and tackled this chaos with grace and integrity. He got down to the root of it — after years of money, anxiety, and frustration he found out it was a city problem! I will definitely be calling LiningWorks when my lining needs replacing. Call them now, you will not be disappointed.
Hired them to redo the pipes at my home because they were old. They were very polite, answered all my questions thoroughly and did an AMAZING job. Jeremiah was the very best that I could ask for and highly recommend his services. Extremely satisfied with the work done. Thanks again Jeremiah!
I am very happy with the work that was done and the clean up after the job was done. Jeremiah and Ralph are very professional and skilled in their craft. I received an estimate and the job did exceed the original estimate. I contacted them about it and they were very understanding and explained why.
Lining Works was excellent to work with. They were perfectly professional. They were organized, efficient, and friendly throughout the whole process. They took time to answer all of our questions. Pipe lining is an incredible option and the team at Lining Works couldn't have been better. They were also transparent, honest, and consistent with their cost/pricing. We couldn't be happier. We feel very fortunate that we found Lining Works. Great guys!
The main drain line in our airbnb kept clogging up, filling the house with an awful sewage smell. We had drain cleaners come out to clear the line every couple months but it finally got so bad we had to close off our bookings. LiningWorks were very prompt in coming out. We discovered tree roots had broken up our line. Our sewage line runs under a tree and 6ft deep through our crawlspace so digging it up was going to be a nightmare. Liningworks was able to cut the tree roots out and line the pipe without any digging so that it's as good as new. Would definitely recommend them to anyone needing sewage line repair.
Lining Works responded to my request quickly and fixed my drain problem very fast. I would highly recommend you give them a call.
Storm drain collapse rehabilitation requires camera confirmation that the trenchless window is still open — and structural liner specification that accounts for the collapse condition.
Camera confirms the trenchless window is still open — act before partial collapse becomes complete failure.
336-477-3218, Mon–Sat 7AM–6PM. Surface depressions, capacity loss during storms, known pipe age and material — describe the symptoms and we'll assess urgency and schedule promptly.
We scope the affected system to assess collapse degree, confirm whether trenchless rehabilitation is still viable, and develop a structural liner specification.
Structural liner installed through existing access points — no excavation. Post-installation camera verifies full rehabilitation. Documentation package for property records.
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