Drain repairs involve fixing damaged or faulty sections of a drainage system which can include: 

Cracked or collapsed pipes 
Tree root intrusion 
Ground movement 
Corrosion or wear over time 
Blockages causing structural stress 

Typical Repair Methods 

Excavation & Replacement 

Digging down to the damaged pipe and replacing it. This is used when the pipe is severely collapsed or inaccessible for relining. 

Patch Repairs 

A small resin patch is applied internally to fix a localized defect. 

Root Cutting 

Mechanical removal of roots that have entered the pipe. 

What Is Drain Relining? 

Drain relining is a no‑dig repair technique that restores the inside of a damaged pipe without excavation. 
 
A resin‑soaked liner is inserted into the pipe, inflated, and cured to form a new pipe within the old one. 

Benefits of Relining 

No digging required 
Faster and less disruptive 
Long-lasting (often 50+ years) 
Suitable for cracks, leaks, and root damage 
Works for clay, PVC, cast iron, and concrete pipes 

When Relining Is Ideal 

Cracks or fractures 
Leaking joints 
Root intrusion (after roots are removed) 
Minor to moderate structural damage 

No job is too big or too small 

Fast, cost-effective, and minimally disruptive 
Serving Bristol and surrounding areas 
Free estimates available 

Call our expert team today on 0117 971 4447 

Or email us at info@maintainadrain.co.uk