Traditional sewer repair means digging a trench across your yard, tearing up landscaping, driveways, and sidewalks. Trenchless methods repair your sewer line from the inside — no trench, minimal disruption, same-day completion in many cases. STL Plumbing Pros offers CIPP lining and pipe bursting for St. Louis homeowners.
Benefits of Trenchless Repair
No excavation — your yard, driveway, and landscaping stay intact.
Faster completion — many projects finished in a single day.
50+ year lifespan — CIPP liners and HDPE pipe are built to last.
Smooth interior — seamless liner eliminates joints where roots enter.
Cost-competitive — savings on excavation and restoration offset higher material costs.
Two Trenchless Methods
CIPP Lining (Pipe-in-Pipe)
A flexible liner coated with epoxy resin is inserted into the existing pipe and inflated. The resin hardens, creating a new pipe inside the old one — seamless, root-resistant, and rated for 50+ years.
Pipe Bursting
A bursting head is pulled through the old pipe, fracturing it outward while simultaneously pulling new HDPE pipe into place. Results in a brand-new pipe at the same or larger diameter.
Our Process
Camera Assessment
We inspect the line to confirm trenchless viability — checking for collapses, bellies, and pipe condition that would affect the approach.
Trenchless Repair
Using the appropriate method (lining or bursting), we repair or replace the sewer line through existing access points with minimal surface disruption.
Post-Repair Inspection
A follow-up camera pass confirms the repair is complete, properly sealed, and flowing correctly.
What Does Trenchless Sewer Repair Cost?
| Service | Price Range | Details |
|---|---|---|
| CIPP Lining | $3,000–$7,000 | Epoxy liner inserted inside existing pipe |
| Pipe Bursting | $4,000–$8,000 | New HDPE pipe pulled through old pipe |
| Camera Inspection | Included | Pre and post-repair verification |
| Landscape Restoration | Minimal | Only 1-2 small access points needed |
* Prices are estimates. We provide exact pricing after diagnosis. No hidden fees.
What Our Customers Say
"CIPP lining on our old clay sewer line — no digging, done in one day. Our neighbors who had conventional replacement were jealous."
"Pipe bursting replaced our entire sewer line. Two small holes in the yard — that was it. Remarkable technology."
"Driveway runs right over the sewer line. Trenchless saved us from having to tear it up and repour. Well worth the investment."