09/02/2026
Tearing up your yard to fix a broken sewer line isn’t your only option anymore. If you're dealing with root intrusion, cracked pipes, or persistent backups, here is how traditional excavation compares to trenchless "no-dig" pipe repair:
Option 1: Traditional Dig & Replace
How it works: Excavators dig a trench along the entire run of your pipe to remove and replace the damaged line.
Best for: Fully collapsed pipes, or lines where structural integrity is completely lost.
The reality: It solves the problem, but leaves you with torn-up sod, cracked driveways, and post-repair landscaping costs.
Option 2: Trenchless "No-Dig" Pipe Relining (CIPP)
How it works: A durable, epoxy-saturated liner is inserted directly into the existing pipe through a small access point and cured in place, creating a brand-new, seamless pipe inside the old one.
Best for: Cracked, leaking, root-infested, or aging cast iron and clay lines that still have their basic shape.
The benefits: Zero trenching through your yard, driveway, or porch; completed in a fraction of the time; 50+ year lifespan.
Which one do you need?
The only way to know for sure is a high-resolution sewer camera inspection. A quick look inside, pinpointing the exact depth, damage, and layout, will show whether a no-dig relining can save your lawn—or if excavation is necessary.
Don’t guess when it comes to your underground lines. Call us to schedule a camera inspection and see if trenchless repair is right for your home!