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Residential FAQS

Why is PRT Epoxy coating BETTER THEN pipe replacement?
Pipes made from metal, such as copper, steel or iron, will begin to corrode as soon as the water is turned on. The epoxy lined pipe acts like a pipe within a pipe. This will create a barrier between the water and the existing pipe. Our epoxy is so tough it is ‘chemical resistant and will not react with the water, preventing future leaks and corrosion.

Is the PRT epoxy coating safe?
Our epoxy restoration process is compliant with current ANSI/NSF 61 standards and it is chemically inert. (www.nsf.org) This is one of the world’s strictest water safety standards. The epoxy eliminates the leaching from the existing metallic pipes into your water which improves the taste, clarity, and safety of your water.

Is the PRT process less expensive then pipe replacement?
Usually less expensive, but not always. We restore the integrity of the piping system within the walls. We can normally complete the work in about half the time of a typical re-pipe. We do not need to remove and repair walls and ceilings in order to complete our work. We typically offer a 10 year warranty for the epoxy restoration process. The warranty for a typical re-pipe may be 1 or 2 years. Remember: Our contracting company has completed pipe replacement in over 10,000 units - we can explain which process is best for your situation and budget.

How much does it cost?
It is always better to get a ‘free estimate’ from us then it is for us to give you a ‘guesstimate’. Number of fixtures, type of pipe to be coated, size of the project, age of the pipe system, number of stories are just some of the factors that can impact the cost.

Will the epoxy make my water taste different?
Absolutely NOT. Once cured, water will not break our epoxy down, so the water that enters your pipe systems will be the water that comes out of your faucet.

What type of pipe can Pipe Restoration Technologies restore?
Our proprietary system is designed to restore all metallic piping systems, including galvanized steel, stainless steel, copper, black iron and cast iron. The epoxy restoration process can be used on a variety of applications, including above ground and underground piping systems for potable water and waste systems. The most common application is for pipes ranging in size from 3/8” to 4” in diameter. There are a variety of different applications for pipes larger than 4”.

If I currently have pinhole leaks, will the PRT process work?
Before we begin the cleaning process, we will air test the pipes to check for any leaks. Our epoxy can repair most pinhole leaks (up to 1/4” diameter), however, some larger holes may require repair before we can continue.

How does Pipe Restoration Technologies protect my furnishings and floors?
Our 1st technicians to enter your home, apartment or hotel, wear tyvek shoe covers and lay out protective plastic in ALL walkways and work areas and cover all furnishings as needed. Our commitment is to leave your home, apartment, or hotel like we found it.

How long will the water be off?
To be safe, plan on being without water service for 2 days and 1 night. Our application sets the standard for the industry, and our epoxy cure time (5 hours - certified) is the fastest available.

Will I have to move out?
No. Our process is clean - the action takes place inside your walls, so the disruption to you is at a minimum; our technicians are completely familiar with working in occupied homes or apartments; any noise made by our equipment is almost entirely outside and you get your home back at the end of each working day.

How do you know if the pipe is completely coated inside?
PRT spent 4 years in research and development of our process and epoxy coating. We built and tested hundreds of pipe systems until we ‘got it right’, and then we pioneered the use of ‘high tech’ videoscope to inspect the coating in the pipes.

Can you fix a slab leak?
Yes, in most cases. If the pinhole in the pipe is 1/4” or smaller in diameter, our epoxy can seal the hole.

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Commercial FAQS

Why is PRT Epoxy coating BETTER THEN pipe replacement?
Pipes made from metal, such as copper, steel or iron, will begin to corrode as soon as the water is turned on. Hot water re-circulation systems accelerate the break down of the pipe material. Failures in copper systems are occurring in as little time as 18 months from installation and hot water re-circulating systems, under normal operating conditions, are failing within 15 to 22 years. Cleaning and then coating a pipe system with our GrizzlyKote™ epoxies create a barrier between the water and the existing pipe. Our epoxy is so tough it is ‘chemical resistant and will not react with the water, preventing future leaks and corrosion. In addition, GrizzlyKote™ is certified for use in ‘commercial hot’ (180° F) applications.

How do you know if the pipe is 100% cleaned and coated inside?
Our research and process development proved that the hardest areas in a pipe system to clean and coat are the 90’s and Tees’. We developed our proprietary cleaning process, our epoxy material and our coating process to specifically target these areas. Our epoxy has the fastest flow rates, the most consistent coverage, and the fastest cure time in the industry. In addition, we pioneered the use of the videoscope (Olympus videoscope Model – IPLEX SA). If there are any questions, we have the ability to inspect and video a water pipe system as small as ½” diameter.

Is the PRT epoxy coating safe?
Our epoxy restoration process exceeds current ANSI/NSF 61 standards and it is chemically inert. (www.nsf.org) This is one of the world’s strictest water safety standards. The epoxy barrier eliminates the leaching from the existing metallic pipes into your water, thus improving the taste, clarity, and safety of your water.

Is the PRT process less expensive then pipe replacement?
Usually less expensive, but not always. IF, your building has asbestos present in wall or ceiling material, or if you have expensive, hard-to-replace wall coverings, then pipe coating will always save you money. We restore the integrity of the piping system within the walls. We can normally complete the work in about half the time of a typical re-pipe. We do not need to remove and repair walls and ceilings in order to complete our work. We typically offer a 10 year warranty for the epoxy restoration process. The warranty for a typical re-pipe may be 1 or 2 years. In the ‘short run’ there are occasions when pipe replacement is less expensive then epoxy coating, but because the epoxy will last longer then pipe, in the ‘long run’, epoxy coating is always less expensive. Our contracting company has completed pipe replacement in over 10,000, mostly occupied units – we can explain which process is best for your situation and budget.

How much does it cost?
It is always better to get a ‘free estimate’ from us then it is for us to give you a ‘guesstimate’. The logistics of cleaning and epoxy coating a commercial project is much greater then a single family home. More people are impacted, the number of fixtures, type of pipe to be coated, size of the project, age of the pipe system, and number of stories are just some of the factors that can impact the cost. To request an estimate, either call our ‘toll free’ number or fill out our web site ‘Request a Quote’ form and e-mail us.

Will the epoxy make the water taste different?
Absolutely NOT. Once cured, water will not break our epoxy down, so the water that enters your pipe systems will be the water that comes out of your faucet.

What type of pipe can Pipe Restoration Technologies restore?
Our proprietary system is designed to restore all metallic piping systems, including but not limited to: galvanized steel, stainless steel, copper, black iron and cast iron. The epoxy restoration process can be used on a variety of applications, including above ground and underground piping systems for potable water and waste systems. The most common application is for pipes ranging in size from ½” to 4” in diameter. There are a variety of different applications for pipes larger than 4”.

If I currently have pinhole leaks, will the PRT process work?
Our epoxy can repair most pinhole leaks (up to 1/4” diameter), however, some larger holes may require repair before we can continue.

How will the process impact my tenants (apartments)?
Because the process occurs inside the pipes and inside the walls, we do not create dust or debris issues, like a re-pipe. The hot or cold water to the specific apartment is shut down during the pipe cleaning and coating process. The water is typically off from 8 or 9:00 a.m. the first day and restored by 4:00 p.m. the following day. Similar to a re-pipe, we only work on a limited number of apartments at a time and the water to the remainder of the building stays on. Depending on your specific project circumstance, we can discuss a number of different strategies to minimize the water shut down on your tenants.

How will the process impact my guests (hotel)?
Before we start, we investigate the existing pipe system and determine where and how to isolate hotel floors or ‘wings’ or groups of rooms from the remaining rooms and main pipe delivery system. We recommend that the impacted rooms be taken off line during the pipe restoration process. Normally rooms are ‘out of service’ for 2 days and 1 night. We can complete our restoration work during ‘non peak’ times of the year to help minimize the impact on hotel operations.

How does Pipe Restoration Technologies protect my furnishings and floors?
Our 1st technicians to enter your apartment building or hotel, wear tyvek shoe covers and lay out protective plastic in ALL walkways and work areas and cover all furnishings as needed. Our commitment is to leave your apartment, or hotel like we found it.

How thick do you apply your epoxy coating?
Our normal coating thickness is 8 to 12 mils thick and when circumstances warrant, we have the ability to apply multiple coats that will bond together.

If the ‘side wall’ of a copper pipe is 2 to 10x the thickness of your epoxy coating – how will your epoxy hold up?
When our epoxy cures, it cross-links and forms a barrier that is so tough it is chemical resistant and unlike metal pipe - water can’t break down our epoxy. In addition, our epoxy was formulated to have flexibility for expansion and contraction of the pipes in the system.

Will the epoxy coating cause any reduction in water pressure?
If anything, the water pressure and flow rates should improve after the pipe system is cleaned and epoxy is applied. The coefficient of friction for epoxy is typically lower then that of metal pipe.

After pipe coating, can we ‘add to’ or modify the pipe system?
The short answer is YES. For galvanized or steel pipe, the original fittings should not be removed once coated. Using an approved type of cutting blade for the pipe material carefully cut the pipe in an area clear of any existing fittings. Try to limit the amount of vibration caused by the cutting device. Then use a compression type fitting to make any necessary modifications. For copper pipe, welding or soldering should not be used and may void our warranty. Using an approved type of cutting blade for the pipe material carefully cut the pipe in an area clear of any existing fittings. Try to limit the amount of vibration caused by the cutting device. Then use a compression or push-on (Sharkbite is one example) type fitting to make any necessary modifications.

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