Pipe Bursting Services
REDD Trenchless provides trenchless pipe bursting to replace old, damaged, or undersized underground pipes — without excavating the full pipe run. Our pipe bursting method is faster, less disruptive, and more cost-effective than open-cut replacement.
What Is Pipe Bursting?
Pipe bursting is a trenchless pipe replacement method. A bursting head is pulled through the existing pipe, fracturing it outward while simultaneously pulling in a new replacement pipe. The result is a fully replaced pipeline with minimal surface disruption — no long trenches, no major excavation, and no costly restoration.
When Is Pipe Bursting Used?
Pipe bursting is the right solution when an existing underground pipe is deteriorated, cracked, root-invaded, or undersized — and the pipe run passes under structures, paving, landscaping, or other areas where open-cut trenching would be costly or impractical.
How Pipe Bursting Works
Launch
The bursting head, along with the new pipe, are launched from the insertion pit and the cable (or pulling rod) is pulled from the receiving pit.
Power & Fracture
The power source that moves the bursting tool comes from power to the head of the bursting tool. This power is converted to a fracturing force on the existing pipe, breaking it and temporarily expanding the diameter of the cavity.
Clear & Place
The head is pulled through the debris from the pipe and creates a temporary cavity for the new pipe to travel. The base of the bursting head is larger than the inside diameter of the existing pipe, in order to fracture it.
Fit & Align
The base is also slightly larger than the outside diameter of the replacement pipe. This reduces the friction on the new pipe that is being placed and ensures enough space for moving the pipe into position.
Uniform Burst
The tip of the bursting head is typically smaller in diameter than the existing pipe. This maintains alignment and ensures a uniform pipe burst.
Request a Pipe Bursting Quote
Need to replace a deteriorated pipe without digging up your yard, driveway, or road? Call REDD Trenchless to discuss your project. We'll review your pipe condition, location, and replacement options.