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We offer a wide range of services to a variety of clients. We carry out these services using a modern fleet of machinery.
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Waste collection services

  • Collection chambers
  • Pumpkin seeds
  • Grease separators
  • Oil separators
  • Septic tank/cesspool emptiers

 

Cleaning services

  • Blocked pipes
  • Tank cleaning
  • Superwash
  • High-pressure cleaner

 

Pipe services

  • Blocked pipes
  • Pipe inspection
  • Density control and pressure testing  
  • Disinfection and cleaning             
  • T-search
  • Leak search
  • Pipe flushing

 

Dry vacuuming

  • Super sugar
  • Monster Graves
  • Crushing of gravel

 

Industrial services

  • Transport, treatment and reception of fish sludge
  • Pressure washing
  • Maintenance agreement for co-ownership / housing association / business / private individual / business

 

Pipe rehabilitation

  • Sewer rehabilitation public
  • Pipe rehabilitation private
  • Pipe renewal in co-ownership associations / housing cooperatives

Did you know that Vitek Miljø can offer comprehensive solutions in collaboration with its sister companies? These include services such as asphalt laying, excavation, steel production, refurbishment, underwater services … and much more!

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5 THINGS YOU’D BE BETTER OFF SPENDING YOUR MONEY ON RATHER THAN REPLACING THE PIPES
5 THINGS YOU’D BE BETTER OFF SPENDING YOUR MONEY ON RATHER THAN REPLACING THE PIPES 2000 1000 Vitek AS

Is there really anyone who loves literally flushing money down the toilet? Doubtful, but if you spend your savings on replacing your pipes, that’s actually what you’re doing. Which is a shame when there are so many other exciting things you could spend it on instead.

Pipe relining is a more cost-effective alternative to the traditional method of replacing old pipes. What do you think costs more: installing a new pipe inside an existing one, or digging up and replacing the whole thing? You can save money by choosing pipe lining – and here are some of the things you could spend your money on instead.

HOLIDAY

We all dream of getting away from the snow, stress and the boss every now and then. With the money you save by choosing pipe renovation over replacing the pipes, you can take a trip to every Norwegian’s dream destination – the Mediterranean. Or perhaps you’d rather go on a city break? The point is that if you’re going to spend money at all, many people would rather it went towards memories to last a lifetime and a golden tan than on diggings and new pipes.

See also: Pipe renewal in housing co-operatives – what you need to know

NEW WARDROBE

Why stop at renovating your pipes when you can revamp your wardrobe at the same time? Treat yourself to a wardrobe full of clothes that suit you and bring out your best features. With pipe renewal, the pipes are as good as new on the inside, without you having to replace them – you can apply the same principle when you go on a shopping trip. Hold on to your basics and staple items, and instead add pieces that make your wardrobe feel fresh and new.

RENOVATION

Tired of your home not having been refurbished since the first series of Hotel Cæsar? Well, now might be your chance. As mentioned, by opting for pipe replacement you’ll save a fair bit of cash – why not put it towards a renovation fund? It’s an investment in the future, whether you plan to live there forever or sell up.

See also: The most important things to know when renovating

PAYING OFF A LOAN

Paying off loans is perhaps the world’s most boring piece of advice when you’re listing things to spend your money on. Nevertheless, it’s far cooler to pay off loans than to spend unnecessary sums on replacing the pipes in your home. Spend less time paying off your mortgage, consumer credit or car loan, and have more money left over later on.

GET SOME HELP WITH THE HOUSEWORK

Tired of arguing about cleaning or the washing? Who knows – perhaps a cleaner could breathe new life into your relationship? Whatever you’re thinking of spending your money on, it’s rarely a bad idea to spend it on something that improves your quality of life in everyday life, not just on holiday.

See also: 7 reasons to choose pipe renovation

Right, enough of the humour now. The whole point is that, strictly speaking, it isn’t necessary to spend your savings on replacing the pipes. Such a project is a costly business, and can easily be avoided through maintenance, routine checks and pipe renewal. Would you like to know more about how pipe renewal can lead to significant savings? Get in touch with us at VITEK for a friendly chat.

PIPE RENEWAL IN HOUSING CO-OPERATIVES – WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
PIPE RENEWAL IN HOUSING CO-OPERATIVES – WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW 2560 1920 Vitek AS

Renovating pipes doesn’t have to be complicated – just use pipe renewal! Here you’ll find the information you need to ensure that pipe replacement in your housing co-operative goes as smoothly as possible.

Pipe lining is a method of pipe rehabilitation that is well suited to the vast majority of pipework networks, both private and public. It is, however, particularly well suited to housing cooperatives, where there are many and often complex pipework systems. Pipe renewal is a rehabilitation method that works just as well as replacing the pipes with brand new ones. Here, we provide you with all the information you need about pipe renewal in housing cooperatives. At the bottom of the article, you will also find a video that illustrates the process in a simple way.

 

WHY CHOOSE PIPE RENOVATION RATHER THAN COMPLETELY NEW PIPES IN THE HOUSING CO-OP?

Pipe renewal in the housing co-operative is quick, efficient and can save you a great deal of money. If you opt for pipe renewal, both the building and the residents of the housing co-operative will benefit from this efficient and gentle approach.

By choosing pipe renewal as the rehabilitation method in the housing co-operative, residents avoid having to move out for long periods, being bothered by disruptive noise from excavation work, or having to break up walls and floors in their flats. Pipe renewal requires far fewer and less invasive interventions than replacing existing pipes with new ones, and costs are therefore kept low.

Pipe renewal involves lining the inside of the existing pipe with what we call a liner. The pipe’s internal diameter is therefore reduced by a few millimetres, and some people therefore believe that this will reduce the pipes’ capacity. This is a myth we can dispel, as the truth is that the inside of the pipes will become so smooth and clean that water and dirt will flow through more efficiently than ever, significantly increasing the capacity compared to before the pipe renewal.

WHEN IS IT TIME TO RENOVATE PIPES IN A HOUSING CO-OP?

VITEK specialises in the refurbishment of pipework in housing cooperatives, and we are often asked when it is necessary to replace the pipes. This is a decision that the housing co-operative’s board must make. The board is responsible for ensuring that the communal pipework and installations running through the housing co-operative and into the ground are properly maintained.

If the buildings in the housing co-operative are more than 40 years old, it is absolutely essential to carry out a pipework inspection. The expected lifespan of pipes is 40 to 50 years, depending to some extent on the quality of the pipes and how well they have been maintained over the years. The condition of the pipes is also affected by movement in the building, and in large blocks of flats and older housing cooperatives there is usually a great deal of movement throughout the seasons. This means that housing cooperatives which have not refurbished their pipework over the last 40 years may be in a precarious situation. In other words, delaying action can have costly consequences that require more extensive measures.

TIPS ON HOW TO PROCEED

When the renovation of pipes and drainage systems is under consideration in a housing co-operative, you should contact specialists to carry out a comprehensive inspection of the condition of the pipework. They will then be able to recommend the solution best suited to your housing co-operative.

Many chairpersons of housing co-operatives may be reluctant to tackle plumbing issues within the co-operative. We find that this is because they are not confident that they have sufficient knowledge in this area and would rather «wait it out» until the next person takes over as chair. This is not a good idea and could end up proving costly.

As a preventative measure, it is a good idea to advise residents in the housing co-operative on how to maintain the pipes in their flats. These can be simple measures, such as not pouring cooking fat and other food waste down the drain. Here are some great tips on what to do with fat you want to get rid of.

Another useful tip is to consider pipe refurbishment or replacement in conjunction with other measures that need to be carried out in the housing association. It may be possible to combine several of the activities to be carried out and thereby save resources.

CONTACT US FOR A NO-OBLIGATION INSPECTION OF THE PIPES IN YOUR HOUSING CO-OPERATIVE

VITEK has carried out refurbishment work on many housing cooperatives. The risk of costly consequences is greater for internal pipework in private homes than for public pipework networks, as a great deal of shoddy and substandard work has been carried out in previous years. There is no reason to delay your pipework inspection any longer – get in touch with us for an inspection and a quote, and we guarantee the job will be done properly

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PIPE RENEWAL AS A CONCRETE ENVIRONMENTAL INITIATIVE IN THE TRANSPORT SECTOR
PIPE RENEWAL AS A CONCRETE ENVIRONMENTAL INITIATIVE IN THE TRANSPORT SECTOR 2560 1810 Vitek AS

PIPE RENEWAL GIVES YOU NEW PIPES WITHOUT DISRUPTING TRAFFIC

Pipe rehabilitation has some clear advantages over traditional pipe replacement. As it takes less time and involves minimal digging and earthworks, it is more cost-effective and far gentler on the environment.

The film below shows that pipe renewal can be carried out whilst traffic continues as normal. This means that traffic queues are reduced or eliminated altogether. In this way, one also avoids inconvenient diversions via roads and railway lines that are not designed to handle heavy traffic.

 

PIPE RENEWAL AS A FORM OF PROACTIVE ENVIRONMENTAL WORK

Sewer pipe rehabilitation beneath streets, roads, squares and buildings has been carried out since the 1970s. The methods and products have evolved considerably since then. Trenchless methods, also known as NoDig, have saved pipeline owners enormous sums of money since then.

If we set aside the purely financial benefits of pipe renewal, there is no doubt that this also has a direct positive impact on the environment. Transporting soil, stone, asphalt and other heavy materials requires heavy goods vehicles. The heavier the transport, the greater the increase in emissions of environmentally harmful CO2. In addition, more traffic jams resulting from diversions and roadworks will lead to increased emissions and wear and tear on minor roads that are not designed to cope with the increased traffic. Increased traffic also poses a threat to the safety of pedestrians along what are essentially meant to be peaceful residential areas and routes to school.

The film above provides a good example of how we can renew pipes without disrupting traffic. Our infrastructure is an integral part of our society, and it makes no difference whether vehicles are powered by electricity, petrol, diesel or anything else – pipe renewal is cost-effective, economically advantageous and causes minimal disruption, compared to digging up the ground to replace and repair pipes.

 

 

 

THE MOST IMPORTANT THINGS TO KNOW WHEN YOU’RE RENOVATING
THE MOST IMPORTANT THINGS TO KNOW WHEN YOU’RE RENOVATING 800 400 Vitek AS

Are you planning to renovate? If so, there are plenty of pitfalls to watch out for. Here, we give you an introduction to the most important things you need to know when renovating your home.

When you’re renovating, there are lots of rules to bear in mind – especially when it comes to wet rooms, water and drainage. Even if you disregard the regulations, there are still plenty of pitfalls you can fall into. Avoid making a major renovation blunder – we’ll give you some pointers on the most important things to know when you’re renovating.

WHAT CAN YOU DO YOURSELF, AND WHEN DO YOU NEED A PROFESSIONAL?

Generally speaking, it’s a good idea to have a certain degree of self-awareness when it comes to your own skills. Are you skilled enough to be confident that the property you’re renovating will actually turn out well in the end? Most people are capable of painting, filling, fitting skirting boards or wallpapering. There are still some tasks where it’s a good idea to get help – and for some, you’re actually required to get help.

For more complex renovation work, such as replacing the electrical system, altering load-bearing structures or refurbishing a bathroom, it is essential to use professionals. This ensures that everything is carried out in accordance with laws and regulations. If you haven’t got everything in order and something goes wrong, there’s a strong chance that your insurance company won’t want to cover the damage. This is particularly true if the cause was a fault in the electrical system or was related to wet rooms and pipework.

It is a good idea to follow the rule that authorised professionals should be used for anything to do with electricity and water. Make sure the company can provide a certificate of compliance, confirming that the work has been carried out in accordance with current regulations and safety requirements. You will need this documentation when selling your property, or for your insurance company should an accident occur.

GET INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR PROPERTY IN ADVANCE

Before you start the renovation – whether you’ve decided to do it yourself or have hired tradespeople – you’ll benefit greatly from finding out as much as possible in advance. It’s usually a good idea to get answers to the following questions:

Where are the pipes located?

  • Do they go through any walls you need to watch out for?
  • Are there any plans of your home?
  • How old are the pipes?
  • Where are the electrical courses held?
  • What condition is the fuse box in?
  • What materials are the walls, floors and ceilings made of?
  • Where are the load-bearing structures?
  • If you are unsure, you can ask professionals for help.

DON’T BE CARELESS WITH THE WET ROOMS!

Perhaps the room most at risk during a refurbishment is the bathroom. We at VITEK all too often come across DIY solutions where people have got in over their heads or tried to save money. If you’re not a qualified tradesperson or don’t really know what you’re doing, problems will usually arise, such as rapid wear and tear or leaks that are difficult to detect. Problems in a bathroom are usually very expensive to rectify, and the damage can be extensive before you even realise it.

And by all means – don’t use undeclared labour. It involves a high level of risk, and you won’t be able to prove that the work was carried out by qualified professionals. This could cost you dearly when you put your property up for sale or wish to claim on your insurance.

CHECKING THE PIPES IS A REASONABLY GOOD LONG-TERM INVESTMENT

If you’re planning to renovate your bathroom or kitchen, you’ll need to consider whether you’ll have to replace the pipes or whether pipe refurbishment is a suitable option for you. If you live in a housing co-operative, it is particularly important to check with the management committee whether there are any plans to replace the pipes or carry out refurbishment work under their auspices in the near future. There are also specific regulations that apply if you wish to carry out work on pipes that run through the walls between several residential units – you’ll often need to submit an application to obtain permission to work on these. Consult professionals to find out what applies in your case!

To determine whether you are eligible for pre-renewal, you will need to contact a pipe renewal company to arrange an inspection. During the site visit, they will assess the condition of your pipes and determine what can be done. Pipe renewal requires the pipes to meet a certain standard, but it would take quite a lot for it not to be possible to renew all or part of the work you wish to have done. Pipe renewal is a very practical and simple way of «laying» pipes, with the same lifespan as brand-new pipes.

Get in touch with us today for a friendly, no-obligation chat.

 

7 GOOD REASONS TO CHOOSE PIPE RENEWAL
7 GOOD REASONS TO CHOOSE PIPE RENEWAL 445 280 Vitek AS

VITEK are experts in pipe renewal and rehabilitate thousands of metres of pipework every year. Here is an overview of why we work so hard to encourage more people to choose trenchless methods when rehabilitating water and sewerage pipes.

Pipe rehabilitation involves refurbishing water and sewerage pipes without replacing them. This offers many benefits, with the aim of contributing to Norway’s infrastructure in a smarter, more economical and more sustainable way.

Here are the reasons why we are so passionate about no-dig methods:

  • It saves time
    • By avoiding the whole process of digging up pipes and filling in the holes afterwards, you will save a considerable number of working hours.
  • It’s more economical
    • Time is money. Pipe rehabilitation is far more cost-effective than traditional methods of replacing pipes. Experience shows that the cost is between 20 and 80 per cent lower when trenchless methods are used.
  • Just as good as traditional pipe replacement
    • A refurbished pipe has the same service life as a new pipe. The liner used in the work has properties and quality equivalent to those of new pipes.
  • Fewer environmental impacts
    • Less impact on the natural environment in terms of pollution, erosion and the like
    • Reduced greenhouse gas emissions from construction machinery and other vehicles
    • Reduces emissions caused by traffic jams and detours on smaller, often more dangerous, roadsContact us about pipe renewal
  • No digging required!
    • Replacing pipes that run beneath several properties and cross under roads and railway lines will require the closure of large areas and the suspension of all traffic. Imagine roadworks on the E6 that would result in diversions lasting for months – motorists certainly wouldn’t appreciate that
    • Residents in the building and the surrounding areas will be affected to a much lesser extent by noise, dust, road closures and interruptions to the water and sewerage supply
    • Pipelines running beneath landscaped green spaces will mean that the garden will have to be dug up and, in the worst case, the landscaped garden will be destroyed.
  • The law states that you must
    • The Public Procurement Act stipulates that the option which takes the greatest account of life-cycle costs, universal design and the environmental impact of the procurement must be chosen.
    • The Neighbourhood Act states that it is unlawful to cause a nuisance to a neighbouring property if it is possible to avoid doing so. In many cases, pipelines run across other people’s property, and this Act must therefore be taken into account.
  • Residents of houses and flats do not need to move out
    • A quicker process that does not require breaking up floors or knocking down walls means that, in the vast majority of cases, residents of houses and housing co-operatives do not need to move out whilst the work is being carried out.

To summarise, it is important to emphasise that no two projects are the same. The time taken, the cost and the disruption caused by a pipe renewal project will vary. Factors such as the condition of the existing pipes, the number of connections and the location will all have an impact on the work.

Please get in touch to arrange a site visit and receive a no-obligation quote for pipe renewal.

 

HOW MUCH DOES PIPE RENOVATION COST?
HOW MUCH DOES PIPE RENOVATION COST? 1280 853 Vitek AS

More and more people are realising the benefits of pipe rehabilitation. As well as involving little or no digging, it is a cost-effective way to repair your pipes. Many people wonder how much pipe renewal might end up costing, so we’ll take a closer look at this here.

Pipe rehabilitation is a so-called trenchless method of repairing pipes. This is fantastic in itself and offers many advantages. However, there is one factor that is even more important to most people, and that is the cost.

PRICES WILL VARY DEPENDING ON THE TYPE OF PROPERTY

Are your pipes damaged or about to be? If so, where you live will make a difference. There is, in fact, a difference depending on whether you live in a detached house or a housing co-operative.

If the pipework in a housing co-operative is in poor condition or damaged, the potential extent of the damage is far greater than in a detached house. The pipework systems are often extensive, and many flats and families are affected even if the damage has occurred in just one flat. Such damage is also far more time-consuming and risky to repair once a problem has arisen.

The total cost for a housing co-operative will therefore depend on how many flats there are in the block, but travel time and set-up costs remain the same regardless. In other words, the costs are shared amongst the residents, so the price per person is not necessarily higher than for a house owner.

Pipe renewal in a detached house is a job we can usually complete in a day. In most cases, it is only the service pipe – that is, the pipe running from the house to the mains – that is replaced. Remember that you own, and are responsible for, the service pipe all the way to the mains, even if it lies outside your property boundary.

CHEAPER AND EASIER THAN THE ALTERNATIVE

When problems arise, many people – whether they live in a housing co-operative or a detached house – will wonder whether they need to replace the pipes. This can be both expensive and time-consuming, and overall, pipe renewal will be a far quicker and cheaper way to sort out the problems.

Pipe renewal will also cause minimal disruption to residents. By opting for pipe renewal rather than replacing the pipes, residents will not need to move out. Nor will there be any damage to the house or garden that would entail additional costs to repair afterwards.

PIPE RENEWAL IS A ONE-OFF COST

Pipe rehabilitation is more cost-effective than replacing the pipes using traditional methods. However, to say that it costs half as much, or 75%, is still too general a statement. To illustrate: an excavator operator who is to dig in the garden to lay pipes needs to know the length of the pipe, how deep it lies, whether there are any connections, whether it crosses a neighbour’s property, whether soil needs to be removed, and so on – before he can say how much it will cost. Similarly, we need to know the condition of the pipes, their length, the number of connections and any changes in direction. Nevertheless, there is no doubt that it is more cost-effective than traditional pipe replacement.

The longer you’ve put off dealing with your plumbing problems, the more expensive it’s likely to be. It’s never worth putting off this sort of work. The consequences of delaying the job will hit your wallet much harder – which should be convincing enough for you to take it seriously.

It is also important to view pipe replacement as a one-off investment. Painting your house is an ongoing process that costs both time and money at regular intervals. Pipe replacement, on the other hand, is a one-off investment. Once it’s done, it’s something you won’t have to think about again.

BOOK A VIEWING

The easiest way to find out how much it will cost to replace the pipes in your home is to give us at Vitek a call. We’ll then arrange a no-obligation site visit, during which we’ll provide you with a specific quote and a time estimate for the project.

We want to make the process as smooth as possible for you as a customer. That is why it is extremely important to us at Vitek that we maintain good communication throughout. There should be no ambiguity or surprises, either in the course of events or in the final bill.

Film about pipe renewal in a housing co-operative

Film about the renewal of a service pipe

MORE INSTALLATIONS WITH DGAI
MORE INSTALLATIONS WITH DGAI 1366 619 Vitek AS

Vitek and Vitek Denmark have carried out a number of installations in recent weeks. Components ranging in size from 380 mm to 700 mm have been installed using various insertion and curing methods. DGAI (Dual Gland Air Injection) was the most frequently used method, although retraction was also employed. The installations have gone entirely according to plan, and the customer reports that they are very satisfied.

Ole-Gunnar Thue at Vitek says that, over three days last week, 700 metres of the project’s total 1,200 metres were installed. He points out that the collaboration with our Danish colleagues is going very well and that installation using DGAI is a very efficient and effective method. “Our teams are working very well together, which is good, as there’s a lot to do,” says Thue.

UNBiased NEWS AT VITEK
UNBiased NEWS AT VITEK 2560 1920 Vitek AS

Vitek’s relatively new branch in Moss showcased new machinery and new solutions for pipe rehabilitation at its first open day event on 4 April.

Our partner Hydroclean was also present with several of its large high-pressure washing and vacuum trucks.

One of the new products on display was Dual Gland Air Inversion, abbreviated to DGAI and pronounced ‘d’gai’. Marketing Manager Val Sibbern says it is a term one should learn straight away; it is positive news within the NoDig sector and a major benefit for pipeline owners’ environmental accounts. It is a way of installing new pipe linings in an environmentally friendly manner. The method results in savings of approximately 90% in the water consumption required when using traditional water towers; it saves approximately 70% in fuel and saves approximately 60% in working hours compared with a conventional installation. It therefore goes without saying that this is a very cost-effective method.

Two new lorries were also showcased; these are equipped to handle large pipe dimensions and are set to operate throughout the country. They form part of Vitek’s focus on this segment, where the company is already well underway with several installation projects. Sibbern says that attendance exceeded expectations. Among those present were representatives from local authorities, construction companies, property managers, plumbers and consultancy firms. There were over 40 visitors and the sun was shining on the event, which will certainly not be the last of its kind.

INSTALLATION WITH DUAL GLAND AIR INVERSION (DGAI)
INSTALLATION WITH DUAL GLAND AIR INVERSION (DGAI) 1440 1080 Vitek AS

DGAI, pronounced ‘d’gai’, is a term you should learn straight away; it represents very positive news in the field of trenchless methods in Norway, and it offers a significant benefit in terms of the environmental footprint of utility owners. It is a way of installing new linings in an even more environmentally friendly manner. The method results in a saving of approximately 90% of water, which, following traditional installation, would have to be sent to landfill. Furthermore, there is a saving of approximately 70% of fuel. It is now up to pipeline owners to prioritise such criteria when drawing up tenders!

The photograph shows an installation carried out in Follo last night, 8 April, as part of a larger project in which DGAI is the primary installation method. Please contact Stian Aase at Vitek for further information about DGAI.

 

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