Replacing or repairing old, leaking or water main pipes in and around your property may seem daunting. You might worry that it will take up a lot of time and money, and you may not even know where to begin. But don’t worry, ADI Leak Detection is here to make it easy for you. We provide hassle-free and cost-effective solutions for these problems. With our state-of-the-art equipment and extensive knowledge, we can assess every situation and offer solutions that are tailored to your needs, your home, and your budget.
There are three water main replacement techniques used today, including trenching.
Here at ADI Leak Detection in Berkshire, we specialize in long distance water mains replacement and installation.
We use Horizontal Directional Drilling & Moling. Each of these techniques has its own benefits and disadvantages for pipe replacement or installation.
The method we choose to use depends on different factors and challenges faced at each individual job.
We will take into account the length of pipe that needs to be replaced, the type of soil it is in, the cost of remedial works, and the level of access to the site.
Horizontal Directional Drilling or HDD is the latest technique used to install or replace underground water main pipes. Our experienced engineers access the area using ground penetrating radar and plan a path underground avoiding any obstacles then drill a small pilot hole. Using sonde we will track the progress of the drill head to ensure it is going in the correct direction and at the right depth. Once the drill reaches the finishing point the new mains water pipe is attached and the process is reversed and the new water pipe is pulled back through the pilot hole. This is a great option for water mains that need to be replaced and are over 20 meters in length, perfect for already landscaped areas as there is very little disruption to the land and we are able to fit up to 100 meters of new water pipe in a single day!
Moling is a cost-effective method for laying new water pipes or replacing water pipes that are less than 25 meters long. Here's how it works: one of our engineers will dig an entry hole and an exit hole to the required depth. Then, a specialized machine called an impact mole, powered by a pneumatic drill, will create a pathway from the entry hole to the exit hole. Once the mole reaches the exit hole, we attach the new water mains pipe to it and pull it back through the pathway it has created. Since only two holes are needed for this process, your property can easily be restored to its original condition without any visible signs of the work. This method is much less disruptive compared to physically digging trenches for laying the new pipe.
Trenching is a highly disruptive process for fitting a new water mains pipe. It involves using machinery to dig a long narrow trench the entire length of the new pipe that needs to be fitted. As you can imagine this can be a time consuming, messy process and the destruction left behind can be high. This process is best suited for areas that have yet to be landscaped, such as new build properties that are unfinished and are able to be out of action for a longer period of time.
At ADI Leak Detection, we offer a comprehensive range of water mains replacement services and equipment to both domestic and commercial customers in Berkshire. Our non-disruptive methods, such as Horizontal Directional Drilling and moling, allow commercial customers to keep their premises open while we carry out the work. Only a few small holes need to be dug in the process.
The lead water mains replacement grant offers help to homeowners who want to replace lead water mains pipes that supply drinking water to alternative safer pipes such as copper or plastic.
The grant covers 50% of the cost of replacing the old lead water mains pipes up to a maximum of £1000. All homeowners in Berkshire and the who have lead pipes supplying their drinking water are eligible for the grant.
Homeowners must apply for the grant through their water supplier and provide evidence that there are lead pipes supplying their property, upon which a lead replacement grant will be given.
The work must be carried out by approved contractors who are registered with the local water board. ADI Leak Detection is an approved contractor with all UK water companies.
Once the work has taken place homeowners should submit documentation to the water supplier including invoices and evidence of payment then the water supplier will reimburse the homeowner with the required grant amount.
We can conduct plumbing repairs on supply pipes and underground drain lines. If a pipe cannot be repaired, we can offer a written quote for a replacement moling service or directional drilling replacement service.
Leak Detection, Supply Pipe Repair, Complete Replacements, and new installations. Whatever you need for water mains in Berkshire, we’ve got you covered. No job is too big or too small when it comes to water mains. Whether it’s a small leak causing you grief or a huge one damaging your property, our local ADI Leak Detection engineers in and around Berkshire are here to help. We can locate the source of the leak and repair or replace the affected pipes on the same day!
We serve the whole of Berkshire, including all towns and villages in the county.
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