LightRay Trenchless Sewer Repair

Serving Austin since 2009

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Keeping Austin Comfy for over 15+ Years

Trenchless Sewer Repair in Austin, TX

New Innovative Technology for Trenchless Sewer Lines

1st Home & Commercial Services is proud to be one of the few companies in the United States to offer LightRay “Trenchless” sewer line rehabilitation to our customers.  As plumbing systems age beyond their expected life, pipes begin to degrade to the point of plumbing system failure. When pipes no longer flow waste effectively, it’s imperative for them to be repaired or replaced. The typical method of doing so is by excavation and tunneling, which can leave the customer without the use of their plumbing system for weeks and accumulate costly repairs including resetting landscaping and more. However, we can save our customers time and money in some cases using the LightRay LRI system to create repairs that can be made the same day with little to no disruptions to the yard line or service.

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Repair Your Sewer in a Day!

  • 1. Camera Inspection

    Performing a camera inspection to locate the problem with the line

  • 2. Line It Up

    A “packer” is then lowered into position with a special liner coated in LightRay’s patented resin.

  • 3. UV Cure

    Once the “packer” is in place it uses air to expand the liner into a position where a UV light activates the patented resin to cure the liner in minutes.

  • 4. Fixed in a Day!

    When used with Picote Miller it can quickly repair line damage and root intrusions by clearing the pipe and preparing the repair area. We can often eliminate digging up the yard, breaking up concrete, and even tunneling with the LightRay LRI system.

LightRay Trenchless Repair 101

If you are experiencing plumbing issues in your Austin home, call our experienced plumbers at 1st Home & Commercial Services to schedule an estimate today!

  • On average, we’re able to finish the full process within 24-48 hours which is much faster than traditional methods.

    Our goal is to make sure that you've been taken care of as soon as possible. After installation, we would follow up in the next couple of days for a final evaluation if we do not finish in the same day.

  • You do not need to turn off the water for us to use the LightRay technology which is waterproof.

  • We can go directly to the specific spots versus having to line the whole entire pipe.  Traditional trenchless requires that the pipe be completely dry 24 hours prior to fixing the pipe and if it rains, it may take a couple of days more. Whereas, with the LightRay we can complete it in a matter of hours on the same day. 

  • Our goal is to work within your schedule, we understand that life is busy. During the process, we ask that you do not use your toilet, so please be prepared to work off-site for half to a full day if needed. Clear the area around where we will be working including the bathroom of  any valuables or items that can be easily broken.  

  • The beauty of the LightRay is that once it’s cured, it’s in place. The best practice is to make sure that you’re using the least invasive drain cleaning products on the market. Ideally, using enzyme cleaners are great because it breaks down the organic matter before pushing it through. If you’re still having clogs often,  then something else is going on and needs to be addressed. 

  • If it's not done the same day - we do a camera inspection after the repair to make sure all that’s needed to be done is complete and that the system is working. 

  • If you’re noticing constant stoppages or slow drainage more than 1-2 times per year, it’s time to call us to evaluate the problem. If your drain system is installed perfectly you should never have to deal with it draining slowly or having stoppages. 

  • Not all pipes deteriorate in the same way and it’s definitely a case-by-case basis. In some cases, the pipes may have totally collapsed and need to be replaced completely. There are other situations where we won’t be able to offer this service, for instance, if it requires your foundation to be lifted, tunneling or excavation of the foundation may be needed to make the repair. When our technician comes out we’ll be able to assess it properly and give you a diagnosis and a plan for next steps.

  • This is designed for the sewage pipes and it works best when we’re trying to repair a crack in the pipe. However, if the pipe has collapsed then, unfortunately, it will need to be completely replaced. 

  • We save you time because the LightRay is often completed in half a day compared to the traditional method which can take 2-4 weeks. We can also address multiple repairs during this time. 

    Cost-wise, it can save you 30-40% using LightRay vs traditional method of repairs.  This will depend on the total number of repairs needed to the line. 

    Traditional methods will require that we have to dig the pipe out and that may include changing the landscaping and requiring permitting whereas the LightRay system does not.

  • No, the material itself is slick so even if the hole is smaller due to the increased material in the pipe, there is less friction.

  • LightRay has a 10-year manufacturer warranty and a life expectancy of 50 years whereas traditional pipe replacement is up to 30 years. 

  • Every insurance company is different but if your insurance covers sewage repair then it potentially can be covered.

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The 1st Home Promise

At 1st Home and Commercial Services, we put our customers 1st. If you are remodeling or simply want upgrades on plumbing fixtures and appliances, let our plumbing experts provide you with proper installations.

At 1st Home and Commercial Services, we put people first:

  • Transparent Communication and Pricing - We’re not here to push sales. Our team of experienced technicians is here to provide education and upfront pricing so you know what is the best option for your home.

  • Continued Reliable Fast Service and Maintenance - We’re not just here to fix the one time issue but to look at the overall health of your home system and continue maintaining it so that you’re never caught off gaurd.

  • 15+ years of experience, Licensed and Insured – Our team of licensed and insured technicians has been serving the Austin area for over 15+ years. We are committed to providing Austin and the surrounding areas with excellent service, including continued training and development of our team

  • Innovation and Technology - We aim to adapt with our ever-changing world to make the lives of our customers and team members easier, both in saving time and money, using new technologies like LightRay and others.

  • Locally Family Owned and Operated - We’ve been part of the South Austin community for over 15+ years located in South Austin

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