Pipe inspections can be challenging no matter the situation, but the larger the diameter, the greater the difficulty level. When you work with Advanced Pipe Repair, our seasoned experts will make the inspection process easier than you could have imagined. Technology has improved the accuracy of large-scale damage inspections. At APR, robotic pipe inspections are our newest addition for customer satisfaction.
Why Large Diameter Pipe Inspections Matter
While every pipe in your plumbing system is important, the larger the pipe, the more heavy lifting it has to do. Large diameter piping is designed to withstand a significant amount of stress and a high level of pressure. Large pipe failure is a recipe for a messy disaster. By undertaking a thorough pipe inspection, your team can get a complete look at the situation and begin building towards a repair. Whenever possible, the team at Advanced Pipe Repair will utilize trenchless technology to make repairs and replacements. Going trenchless means no messy piles of dirt to clean up and no additional downtime during a repair.
Challenges of Large Diameter Pipe Inspections
As we’ve already established, larger diameter pipes can pose unique challenges for diagnosing problems. This was particularly true when inspections used only smaller cameras. No two pipes are exactly the same, and larger diameter pipes mean added challenges when trying to get a complete picture. Historically speaking, push cameras are designed for pipes of 4 inches or less in diameter. Larger pipes require a more adaptable solution.
Lateral Robotic Inspection Cameras
Enter lateral launching robotic inspection cameras. With this process, larger diameter pipe inspections are a breeze. By using a robotic camera, our experts can safely and accurately adjust the light saturation to get a complete picture inside larger pipes. Additionally, higher-quality cameras allow the technicians that review the footage to change angles and isolate problem areas. In the end, many professionals will provide an opportunity for your team to view the footage in the midst of the repair process.
Large Diameter Pipe Repairs Made Easy
Once the experts at APR have been able to review the footage of the inspection, a thorough yet adaptable repair plan can be put into action. In many cases, a patch can be added, or a new piece of pipe can be installed inside the existing pipe. This process, known as Cured-in-Place-Piping or CIPP, is significantly faster, stronger, and longer-lasting than traditional trench-based repairs. CIPP repairs are guaranteed to last for 50 years or more. Don’t wait until it’s too late–contact Advanced Pipe Repair today!