Discovering a cracked or leaking pipe beneath your home’s concrete slab is every homeowner’s nightmare. Traditionally, fixing the problem meant jackhammering through floors, creating mess, noise, and leaving you with costly repairs to your home’s interior afterward. But thanks to modern technology, there’s now a faster, cleaner, and more cost-effective solution: pipe relining.
At Back 2 Flow, we specialize in no-dig pipe repairs that save you time, money, and the headache of tearing up your home.
What Causes Pipes to Crack Under Your Slab?
Cracked pipes under slabs can happen for several reasons:
- Ground movement or soil shifting
- Old, brittle or corroded pipes
- Tree root intrusion
- Poor installation or joint failures
- Water pressure build-up or blockages
If left unchecked, these cracks can lead to water leaks, rising damp, mold issues, foundation damage, and even flooding.
Traditional Pipe Repair: Why Cutting Through Concrete is a Last Resort
In the past, the only way to fix a broken pipe under a slab was to:
- Locate the leak
- Jackhammer through the concrete floor
- Excavate the soil
- Replace the damaged pipe section
- Refill, re-concrete, and then repair flooring finishes (tiles, carpet, etc.)
This process is disruptive, expensive, time-consuming, and invasive.
The Better Solution: Pipe Relining by Back 2 Flow
Pipe relining is a trenchless technology that allows us to repair your pipes from the inside—without digging, cutting, or damaging your floors.
Here’s how it works:
✅ Step 1: Inspection
Using high-definition CCTV cameras, our team will inspect your pipework to pinpoint cracks, breaks, and leaks.
✅ Step 2: Pipe Cleaning
We thoroughly clean the inside of your pipes using high-pressure water jetting or mechanical tools to remove debris, roots, and corrosion.
✅ Step 3: Pipe Relining
A specially designed liner, impregnated with a durable epoxy resin, is inserted into the damaged pipe. This liner is then inflated and cured in place, creating a new pipe within the old one.
The result? A seamless, joint-free, corrosion-resistant pipe that’s stronger than the original.
Benefits of Pipe Relining vs Traditional Replacement
| Traditional Replacement | Pipe Relining |
|---|---|
| Requires jackhammering concrete floors | No digging or cutting required |
| Long downtime | Fast turnaround – often completed in a day |
| Major home disruption | Minimal disruption |
| Expensive restoration needed (tiling, flooring, etc.) | No structural repairs needed |
| Higher total project cost | More cost-effective in most cases |
When is Pipe Relining Suitable?
Pipe relining is ideal for:
- Cracked, fractured, or leaking pipes under slabs
- Tree root-damaged pipes
- Corroded metal pipes
- Sewer and stormwater lines
- Residential, commercial, and industrial properties
Get Your Flow Back – Fast
At Back 2 Flow, we’re experts in trenchless pipe repair. Our experienced team uses the latest relining technology to restore your plumbing without the drama of excavation.
We’ll assess your situation, give you a clear quote, and get the job done quickly—so you can get back to normal life with confidence.
✅ No digging
✅ No mess
✅ No damage to your floors
If you’re dealing with cracked pipes under your slab, contact Back 2 Flow today for a free inspection and quote.