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If you have stubborn clogs in your drains or want to keep your sewer lines in excellent shape, you should know about hydro-jetting. As a premier service for drain cleaning and clog removal, most homeowners will likely need this service at some point. Before you sign up for your hydro-jetting services, learn more about what it is and the answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about it.
Sometimes called water-jetting, hydro-jetting is a plumbing service that employs highly pressured jets of water to clear out debris, blockages, roots, or anything else that could be blocking your plumbing lines. The primary tool used in this service is a hydro jet, which features a motor to pressurize the water, a nozzle, a tank of water, and a hose. You can think of the device as a power washer designed to clean the interior of drains and pipes.
During hydro-jetting, a trained plumber will insert the hydro jet into a sewer line’s cleanout, which is an opening into the line. Next, the plumber will spray a highly-pressurized stream of water into your line. As the water stream shoots through the sewage line, it will clear any clogs or debris in the line’s drainage path. Once the service is completed, the line should be completely clear of any obstructions that could prevent proper drainage.
Due to its ability to clear lines, hydro-jetting is regularly used to clean out homeowners’ sewage lines. If you have a clogged drain, hydro-jetting is a perfect solution to clear it out. Besides standard clogs, hydro-jetting can also take care of root growth in your drains.
You can also use hydro-jetting as a preventative measure to remove smaller obstructions before they turn into full-blown clogs. Preventative hydro-jetting services can also save you money over time, as they’ll keep your pipes in better shape and more efficient, reducing your water bills and the risk of needing an expensive pipe repair.
While hydro-jetting water pressure can vary, most residential hydro-jets use about 4000 pounds per square inch of pressure to clean out clogs. However, if a hydro-jet is used for a more difficult commercial job, the pressure may be higher.
One common alternative drain cleaning method is to use a “snake,” which is a long cable featuring small blades. A plumber will insert this snake into your drains to clean out clogs. As you might expect, using a snake for drain cleaning will take longer. It will also only clean one line at a time, while hydro-jetting can clean out all your drains at once. Due to the increased efficiency of hydro-jetting, it’s typically the better option.
Normally, hydro-jetting will not damage your drains if a trained professional operates the hydro-jet, as they’ll know how to operate it safely. Most homes also use plastic pipes that are strong enough to withstand hydro-jetting. However, cast iron pipes that are usually found in older homes could be damaged if the pipes are already corroded.
Since corroded pipes could be damaged by hydro-jets, any good plumber will inspect your pipes beforehand to ensure they’re not at risk of damage. Additionally, when they do find that your old cast iron pipes are corroding, it might be time for trenchless sewer repair services to prevent future damage to your pipes and sewage system.
Since hydro-jetting is so effective at removing clogs, you might be tempted to use a hydro-jet on your own. However, even if you can find a store to sell you one, you shouldn’t try to use one without the proper training. Misuse of a hydro-jet can end up causing injuries and could significantly harm your plumbing system. As a result, you’ll want to hire an expert plumber to perform any hydro–jetting services.
If you’re looking for drain cleaning near you in Rancho Cordova or the greater Sacramento area, Boyd’s hydro-jetting services have you covered. Our expert plumbers regularly use hydro-jets to clean out our clients’ drains and remove even the most stubborn clogs. When a drain cleaning can’t wait, we also offer 24/7 emergency drain cleaning services. Alongside our hydro-jetting and drain-cleaning services, we provide trenchless sewer repair and replacement services when your pipes are past the point of repair.
Learn more about our hydro-jetting services and coupons today. If you have any questions or want to schedule an appointment, please call us at 916-710-8070 or make an appointment here online.