by rrdrainsamrit | Oct 29, 2026 | New Drain
A cracked, displaced or collapsed drain can produce similar symptoms but the defects are not the same. A crack is a break in the pipe wall. Displacement means a pipe or joint has moved out of alignment. A collapse means the pipe has lost its shape or structural...
by rrdrainsamrit | Oct 29, 2026 | New Drain
Drain joint separation occurs when two connected pipe sections move apart or become misaligned. The usual causes include ground movement, inadequate pipe bedding, installation defects, root activity and loads from vehicles or building work. Age can also contribute...
by rrdrainsamrit | Oct 29, 2026 | New Drain
Displaced drain joint repair starts with a CCTV drain survey to confirm the joint’s position, the degree of movement and the condition of the surrounding pipe. A minor open joint may sometimes be sealed internally. A badly offset, cracked or unstable joint will...
by rrdrainsamrit | Oct 29, 2026 | New Drain
Yes, it is usually possible to repair a drain under a house. The right solution depends on the pipe material, defect, access, depth and condition of the surrounding ground. Some faults can be repaired from an external access point using no-dig methods. Others require...
by rrdrainsamrit | Oct 29, 2026 | New Drain
Yes, it is often possible to repair a drain under a patio without removing the whole patio. The appropriate approach depends on the location and type of damage as well as the pipe material, access points and condition of the surrounding ground. A CCTV drain survey can...
