Reline Solutions Blog
When do I need a build over sewer application?
Find out when you will need a build-over sewer application. These can often be referred to as a build-over easement, build-over asset or build-over infrastructure
Brawoliner - The Eco-Friendly Pipe Relining Choice
Using Brawoliner no dig pipe relining for your pipe repairs you are making the environmentally friendly choice.
What can happen if you don't fix a leak in your drain?
A leaking drain can add to your water bills & damage your property. If you have a leaky drain, call experienced plumbers today.
Is Drano not working in your clogged drain?
What to do if the drain clearing chemicals are not working to clear your blocked drain? We've got a solution.
Difficult Pipe Reline? Use Brawoliner Technology
The Brawoliner system of pipe relining is perfect for tricky drain repair jobs. Quick and easy to install with a 50 year life.
The many advantages of body corporate plumbing inspections
Carrying out regular body corp plumbing inspections allows for preventative maintenance, minimising long term costs.
What to do when you have a blocked sewer
Even if you're doing all the right things to keep sewer pipes healthy, blockages can happen. Signs to look for and what to do if you have a blocked sewer.
CIPP lining solutions for large pipe relining projects
Repair and rehabilitation of large pipes or sewers cause issues for industry, commercial business and council. CIPP technology provides cost and time-saving solution
Keep your pipes healthy to avoid blocked drains
Prevent blocked drains by keeping your drains clean and healthy. Just stick to these golden rules and you won't be needing Reline Solutions in the future.
30 trees to avoid planting to prevent damaged pipes
Thinking about the full life of the plant before you start digging could save on potential costs from blocked drains & damaged sewer pipes in the long term
How to repair a drain under the swimming pool without digging?
Repairing a sewer or stormwater drain located under your swimming pool is not as hard as it first seems. Please Note- we do not repair pool pipes
Wet Wipes Testing Australia
Australia is conducting its own extensive research into the flushability of wet wipes starting with 13 different brands at the country's largest replica sewer.
How fatbergs affect every home
Thankfully the latest huge fatberg was found 16, 500 km away in the UK and doesn’t affect us. Or does it? How fatbergs affect every home.
Brisbane Sewer Inspection by Remote Control
Queensland Urban Utilities carry out underground inspections of Brisbane's sewer pipelines with the help of a robot. Inspecting more than 100km of sewer lines
Not all pipe lining is equal
At Reline Solutions we have put a lot of research and industry knowledge into choosing our products and machinery.
Storm season drain preparation tips
Minimise the impact of this storm season on your drains by caring out some simple preparations.
Christchurch repairs earthquake damage with trenchless technology
Christchurch fixes its earthquake-damaged stormwater system with trenchless pipe repairs.
When should you carry out a plumbing inspection?
A plumbing inspection can uncover drain issues before they become major problems. Find out when you should get your drains inspected.
Blocked drains from fat and oil
What happens when you pour fat and oil down the drain? Blocked drains. This recent 'Fatberg' in London shows the result.
Moreton Bay Pipe Relining Project
Pipe relining project for the Moreton Bay Regional Council. 600mm concrete sewer relining using GFRP UV Lining relines the pipe and provides structure
Caloundra GFRP pipe reline using Reline Europe
This recent project carried out in Caloundra on the Sunshine Coast involved relining a 76 metre section of 375 mm concrete pipe from a road gully pit to the ocean using Reline Europe's Alphaliner GFRP liner.
6 Reasons to Get Pipe Relining
Traditional Pipe Repair is a thing of the past. With the invention of Pipe Relining, you can now have your damaged pipes back in working order without having to dig a single hole. Take a look at our infographic on why you should get pipe relining.
Common Drainage Issues in Older Homes
Old homes feature lots of character and charm, however, they can also feature lots of drain problems too.
When should I get a plumbing inspection?
There are many times you could need a plumbing inspection, from a recurring blocked drain to a mysterious, eye-watering stench wafting up the plug hole. A comprehensive drain inspection will provide a clear view of the health of your drains and any issues which need addressing.
Drain Cleaning with a Pressure Washer
The most cost-effective way to keep your drains clean. This method of keeping your drain clean can be done by both a professional plumber and a DIY as it doesn't require any technical skills in order to achieve
Don't be the cause of your blocked drains
At Reline Solutions we quite often come across blocked drains as a result of something the householder has done. This can then become a costly inconvenience when a Plumber needs to be called.
Blocked Drains - Clay Sewer Pipes
Many houses in Brisbane still have clay sewer pipes (terracotta). Care needs to be taken when unblocking clay pipes to ensure that no damage is caused.
Could you do without a flushing toilet?
Over a million US residents do. A recent Census reports some surprisingly high numbers of homes without basic plumbing.
Industrial property pipe repair - Don't leave it until it's too late
Keeping on top of the maintenance for industrial properties is extremely important. A blocked or broken pipe could mean days or weeks of lost work.
Weak pipes can go from bad to worse very quickly
Drain inspections will identify small problems you may have and recommend solutions to prevent them becoming big problems. Burst water main creates chaos
The town without a plumber
Next time you need to call a plumber for a blocked drain or backed up toilet spare a thought for those who either sort it out themselves or wait years for a plumber to visit.
Blocked Drains: Common Causes
What can you do with your blocked drain? How do you not only unblock it but stop it from blocking again? Part 1 of our 3 part series on blocked drains
Blocked Drains: How to stop it from happening again?
3rd part of our Blocked Drains series. We will go through the different options for preventing a blocked drain from re-occurring. Find out more
What is Trenchless Technology?
Trenchless Technology (or no dig) allows us to repair damaged and blocked drains without digging up your property. Plus inspect, unblock and reline pipes
How are your stormwater drains?
Recent Brisbane floods show the importance of getting your stormwater drains inspected to ensure they are clear and capable of doing their job. Don't risk flooding during a storm.
How to prevent drain clogs
Take a look at this infographic explaining how you can easily prevent blocked drains in your home by following some healthy drain practices.
Warning signs your pipes have root intrusion
What to look for if you think your pipes are blocked from tree root intrusion.
How to know when to replace or repair pipes?
Just like everything else, sewer pipes don't last forever. Knowing when to repair pipes or replace them when they fail is a big dilemma.
Choice Shonky Award goes to Kleenex 'flushable' wipes
Kleenex is awarded 10th place in the Choice Shonky Awards for it's drain blocking 'flushable' wet wipes.
5 checks to carry out before you renovate
A successful renovation is all in the planning. Find out why you should book in a plumbing inspection, electrical check and more before you start.
Want to offer specialist plumbing services to your customers?
We can help. We work with many plumbing businesses to extend their services to offer professional pipe relining, pipe patching, blocked drain solutions plus comprehensive CCTV plumbing inspections.
Protect your home from stormwater damage
As a South East Queensland resident, you can do your bit to protect your home from small-scale flood damage this year.
FOG is the biggest cause of blocked drains
What is FOG and why does it block drains? Estimated to cause half of all blocked sewers, FOG is easy to prevent. Find out more...
No-dig fix for broken pipe under a house
This is a homeowner's nightmare, a broken pipe running under the house. It's a tricky problem which we get called in to fix frequently.
Sewer Pipe Relining Project
We recently completed a large pipe relining project in the western Brisbane suburb of Oxley.
Why is drain cleaning important?
Why is routine drain cleaning important for businesses? A regular drain cleaning schedule is essential for reliable drainage and waste removal in every busy organisation.
How does trenchless pipe repair work?
Trenchless pipe repairs - to restore drainage pipes to near original strength and condition without needing to dig up large area's of ground to access the broken pipes.
Big steps toward solving the flushable wet wipe problem
Big steps towards solving the nation's costly sewage problems caused by so-called 'flushable' wipes.
Need to get in touch with us? Here are some great ways to connect
We want to make it easy for you to reach Reline Solutions for all your pipe relining, blocked drains and plumbing inspections.
World Plumbing Day
The day aims to remind us of the important role plumbing has and how it continues to provide life saving clean water and conservation practices around the world
Blocked drains are a breeding ground for bacteria
No one likes blocked drains nor do we like the smell that they produce. What if we told you that, that odour you are smelling is actually bacteria. Learn what types of bacteria grow and how to keep them away.
Avoid car park flooding with regular drain clearing
Routine drain clearing and cleaning can reduce water damage to below ground car parks.
What can you do about drain damage from tree roots?
Tree roots can cause all sorts of trouble in your drains and sewer pipes. But don’t order the excavator just yet, we have some solutions.
Simple ways to unblock a drain
If your sink or bath is slow to drain you could have the beginnings of a blockage. Now is the time to rectify the situation before it becomes a major issue.
Clay drainage pipe and sewer pipe problems
Clay drainage pipes are susceptible to cracking and water leaks over time. Pipe repairs with pipe patching or relining will keep your pipes healthy for years.
Using a CCTV pipe inspection to uncover problems in your drains
Drainage issues are not like problems at the other end of your home’s plumbing system. This is why it’s so important to check the drainage system every now and then to ensure everything is flowing as it should.
Blocked Drains: How to Unblock Them?
The 2nd part of our Blocked Drains series. We will go through the different options for unblocking a drain. So if you have a blocked drain problem read on
Water leak from a broken pipe under the house
Discovering that the damp issues you're having in your home are caused by a water leak in a broken pipe under the house can really spoil your day.
Tips to prevent termites invading your home
Termites cause a massive damage to Australian houses each year. Stay vigilant and follow these simple measures to keep your home termite free.
Flushable wet wipes cause blocked drains
Flushable wet wipes are causing a significant rise in blocked drains across Brisbane and south east Queensland.
The Destructive Power of Water - Broken Pipes
The water leaking underground from broken pipes can undermine the stability of gardens and in some cases cause movement in fences, sheds or retailing walls
How to avoid putting this sign on the door 'Business closed due to plumbing issue'?
Avoid business downtime due to unexpected plumbing problems with regularly scheduled plumbing inspections and drain cleaning.
What is the life expectancy of your sewer pipes?
Your sewer system may be out of sight and out of mind, but it shouldn't be. What is the life expectancy of your sewer and what should you do.
A couple of odd ideas about what clears clogged drains
From unblocking a drain with a soft drink to shooting the blockage away we've found some seriously odd ways to clear clogged drains.
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