By Double J Liner Repair · Pipe Lining · Published 2026-10-23
Cured-in-place pipe lining has been around for decades, and there is more than one way to cure a liner. The most common methods for residential work are ambient cure, where resin hardens on its own over time, and UV cure, where resin hardens when exposed to ultraviolet light.
Double J Liner Repair uses the LightRay UV system. Here is how the two approaches compare.
With ambient curing, the resin begins to harden as soon as it is mixed. The crew has a limited working window to install and position the liner before it sets. The cure then continues over several hours, depending on temperature and conditions inside the pipe.
UV resin stays workable until it is exposed to UV light. That gives the crew time to position the liner correctly. Once ready, the LED UV light train travels through the liner, curing the resin as it goes.
For homeowners, the practical benefits are a faster return to service and a more predictable result. A consistent cure is a big part of what makes the finished liner strong and durable. The LightRay system produces a seamless liner designed to last 50 years or more.
When comparing lining contractors, ask what curing method they use, how long the job will take, and what warranty backs the work. Double J offers a 10-year warranty on trenchless sewer repairs. Call (210) 802-2018.
Both can work when properly installed. UV curing offers more control over the cure and faster return to service.
The resin cures quickly as the UV light train passes through, which is why most residential jobs are completed in hours.
Yes. It requires a UV light train and a light-curable liner system, such as LightRay.
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Double J Liner Repair · 1800 NE Interstate 410 Loop #216, San Antonio, TX 78217 · Phone: (210) 802-2018 · Email: Info@doublejlinerrepair.com
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