What you need to know about underground utility repair

Doug Reeves
Underground utility repair is the most complicated and labor-intensive job that utility maintenance teams need to undertake. Underground utilities are all the pipes and cables that transport electricity, water, sewage and gas to and from buildings and houses. Repair and maintenance of these utilities requires excavation and digging to reach the source of damage and can take up a lot of time and labor. Without the proper equipment or repair products, attempts to fix a problem can lead to even more issues.  

Why underground utility construction and maintenance is essential 

Despite the trouble it takes to perform underground utility repair and maintenance, it is a vital task. The pipes and cables running underground carry essential public utilities. Any breakdown in the pipeline can not only cause interruptions in supply, but could also lead to further damage or health hazards. Pipes need to be kept in excellent working order at all times.

HDPE pipes for underground use

Most of the pipelines used in underground utility infrastructure are made from high-density polyethylene (HDPE) pipe. Durable, flexible and lightweight, HDPE pipes can also be fused together seamlessly for a zero leak rate. They are incredibly resistant to corrosion, as well as non-toxic and gentle on the environment.

PE Fusion acrylic adhesive for secure, permanent and water-tight bonding

PE Fusion is the perfect adhesive to use when building and repairing HDPE pipelines. It is a high-strength modified acrylic adhesive designed for the coupling and splicing of HDPE pipe to standard PVC couplings as well as other non-standard materials such as aluminum, steel and fiberglass. 


PE Fusion securely bonds all surface types and is ideal for splicing underground utilities. 


This gives you flexibility in conduit selection and installation, knowing that PE Fusion will create a permanent, watertight bond.


For more information on PE Fusion and its use in underground utility repair, contact GRA Services.