Repair options we can discuss

  • Targeted resin patch repairs for suitable local defects
  • Drain lining where the existing pipe is suitable
  • Investigation and repair of root ingress or pitch-fibre defects
  • Excavation and pipe replacement
  • Gully replacement, manhole renewal and benching work

Does the drain need digging up?

Not every drain repair needs excavation. Where access, alignment and the remaining pipe condition allow, a liner or patch may repair a suitable section from inside. Excavation can be needed where the pipe or its layout cannot be adequately repaired that way.

We assess the findings and access before recommending an approach. A CCTV drain survey can help establish what needs attention and inform that decision.

Pitch-fibre patch repairs in Otford

On a job in Otford, Kent, blistered pitch-fibre pipework between the soil pipe and manhole was repaired using three patch liners. Read the Otford job summary to see the problem and work carried out.

Planning the work

Send the survey findings if you have them, explain whether the problem is active and include the postcode. Photographs of access points and the surrounding surface can help us discuss what needs to be assessed. The final scope and price depend on the site and the repair required.

Questions about this service

Can every drain be repaired with a liner?

No. Suitability depends on the defect, alignment, access and condition of the pipe. The team can explain whether a patch, liner or excavation is appropriate.

Do you repair gullies and manholes?

Yes. R&J carries out gully and manhole work as well as drainage pipe repairs. Send the details and photographs if available.