1" x 5' Sidewalk Sleever

The Sidewalk Sleever tools help easily install small pipes beneath sidewalks, driveways, and other hard surfaces. They employ a unique one-step technique that pokes pipe beneath obstructions without requiring digging or drilling. This results in saving time, retaining the surface, and working in a variety of soils.

Fast and Simple Installation

It is fast and easy to install a pipe with a Sidewalk Sleever. The machine is capable of placing 1‑inch or 2‑inch pipe, measuring up to 5 feet in length, in 30–60 seconds. Users don’t have to drill a hole or dig a hole first. A user only needs to align the tool, exert pressure, and let the pipe pass through the tool along the base with no struggle. This quick process saves job time and labor costs.

No Boring Technology

Conventional drilling and backfilling can lead to unstable voids. The Sidewalk Sleever tools use patented technology to move soil to the sides as the pipe is pulled through. The dirt closes up behind the pipe, and there is no vacuum. This prevents sinking or collapse and ensures that the surface is stable and safe.

Common Uses

These tools are for the many jobs where pipe or conduit must pass under a hard surface:

• Irrigation Lines: Save delicate plants and pavers by installing drip or sprinkler tubing under walking paths.
• Electrical Conduit: Bury low-voltage wire under patios for lighting or speakers, but no concrete cutting.
• Water Connections: Run garden taps and hose bibs under driveways without cutting trenches across.
• Temporary Utilities: Install ephemeral services for events or construction, then remove tools without leaving marks.

Works in Different Soils

Sidewalk Sleevers work in all types of ground, from loose sandy loam to compact clay. How hard the soil is and how quickly a sleeve goes naturally depend on the operator’s skill. In soft soil, 5 feet can be done in half a minute. On tough ground, it can take as long as a minute. Longer extension bars and heavier drive heads help to keep the speed for longer ranges or very hard grounds.

No Setup or Mess

One advantage is a basic setup. There are no hoses, water, or drilling rigs to bring. The small tool is easy to stow in service trucks. Operators only carry the sleeve head and handle. Cleanup is fast because there is no slurry or dust. Worksites remain clean, and pedestrian or vehicular traffic is less disturbed.

Easy to Buy Nationwide

These tools and parts are available in thousands of distribution stores. Users can find them at irrigation suppliers, electrical wholesalers, and general construction distributors. Drive heads, extension bars, and replacement parts are readily available. This broad accessibility allows crews to stay on the job instead of waiting for equipment for weeks.

How It Works

Sidewalk Sleever tools follow a clear, single process:

1. Set the sleever face on the sidewalk or surface.
2. Use hand-held pressure or a hydraulic driver to force the head into the soil.
3. As the leader is pushed forward, the attached tube follows it.
4. Lift the tool out and the pipe set will stay below the ground. No backfill or voids remain. This quick four-step technique comes together in seconds.

Benefits for Professionals

Contractors, landscapers, and utility installers all gain many advantages:

• Save Time: Install under-surface pipe 80% faster than with drilling or trenching.
• Lower Costs: Save on labor time, backfill material and surface patching.
• Preserve Surfaces: Keep grass, pavers, and concrete intact without visible damage.
• Improve Safety: Remove open trenches and trip hazards for workers and the public.
• Protect the Environment: Prevent soil disturbance and erosion of the surrounding site.

Choosing the Right Tool

When selecting the best Sidewalk Sleever, here are the points to consider:

• Pipe Size: Verify that the model is compatible with 1 to 2 inch pipe or conduit.
• Length of Run: Standard sleevers are up to 5 feet; track extenders are required for longer runs.
• Soil Type: Firm ground may require heavy-duty drive heads or hydraulic assists.
• Experience Level: Trained operators work more quickly and techniques vary for different soil types. Distributors often offer starter kits with the right parts for each trade.

Conclusion

The installation of under surface pipes can be done at lightning speed with the use of Sidewalk Sleever tools which are fast, easy and accurate. There is no-drill methodology and speedy, single-step operation allows professionals to complete jobs in seconds instead of hours.

Featuring simple operation, large soil range and local availability, these tools are the right choice for any contractor doing clean, quick, reliable sleeving under sidewalks, drive ways or pavement.