Water System Survey and Scheduling:
We start by performing a thorough survey of your piping system to estimate piping layout and size. We locate all active leaks and log connection points. A lining plan is then written and your project is scheduled. Single lines to be serviced have been surveyed and isolated.
Equipment Setup and System preparation:
When we arrive, we setup our equipment taking care to ensure that your property is protected from damage and protected as necessary. All valves are removed, system is drained and connections prepared to receive lining process.
Drying:
Using compressed air supplied by our specialized compressor and delivered through our manifolds and hoses, we dry and heat your piping system. Once dry, the interior corrosion to the copper piping can be easily cleaned, making ready for the lining process.
Cleaning:
The dried pipe is cleaned using a light abrasive measured through our specialized delivery system. All abrasives used are approved for use in your water system and completely non-toxic. The final result of the cleaning process is a system ready to receive an epoxy lining.
Epoxy Lining:
The epoxy coating is applied by the compressed air/sand lining process developed by the U.S. Navy Laboratory and refined for residential use by Pipeline Restoration. Measured amounts of epoxy are applied to each system connection point with the timed and temperature controlled application of compressed air to achieve a uniform interior coating to your water system.
Return to Service:
New valves, angle stops and supplies are installed as needed and fixtures are reconnected. The water supply is restored and complete system checks are performed. The final result is a water system protected and free from leaks and corrosion for the life of your home. Our process is normally completed within two days for an average home. |