Hydro Jetting: Put the Pressure on Drain Obstructions
Most folks would rather think about anything but their home’s sewer pipes. But it’s better to consider your sewer line and drains’ health than deal with the consequences of a back-up down the road.
Hydro jetting, also known as water jetting or high-pressure jetting, is a highly effective method for clearing blockages and cleaning out sewer lines, drainpipes, and other plumbing systems. Using specialized equipment Service Minds Benjamin Franklin Plumbing blasts powerful water streams through the pipes to remove the stuff sewers are built to handle that has compacted against the pipe walls. It’s not just for sewers; kitchen and bathroom sinks, showers and bathtubs also benefit from hydro jetting. It’s like a bidet for your home’s pipes!
Our water jet machines pressurize water to around 3,000 PSI, give or take, forcing it through a specialized nozzle and hose that we feed into the clogged pipe or sewer line. The water stream breaks apart anything clinging to the surfaces: heavy grease and sludge, food waste, dirt, and mineral deposits, and even tree roots that have broken through the pipes. As the high-pressure stream travels through the line, it pushes the dislodged debris and wastewater ahead to the main sewer line or a cleanout access where it can easily drain away. This leaves the pipe clean and free flowing.
Unleash the Force of Hydro Hygiene
Hydro jetting is an ideal solution for clearing major blockages and cleaning out heavily clogged drain lines and sewer mains. It is commonly used in both residential and commercial applications when pipes become severely compacted. Because of its immense cleaning power, hydro jetting is often recommended as an annual or semi-annual maintenance procedure for sewer lines and floor drains in restaurants, hotels, apartment buildings, and other facilities prone to grease and debris accumulation in the pipes.
Routine clogs are best handled by snakes, rooters, and other cable machines. Chemical drain cleaners can be caustic and damaging, water jetting utilizes only water and is a more environmentally friendly option. It’s also safer than methods requiring workers to manually remove obstructions from sewer pipes.
Hydro jetting can be used effectively on drain lines ranging from 2 inches up to 72 inches in diameter. While primarily used for sewer lateral lines and main sewer pipes, it can also be applied to water service lines, storm drains, and other piping systems.
The cost for professional hydro jetting services varies depending on factors like the severity of the clog, length of piping, and accessibility, but it is more economical than completely excavating and replacing pipes, especially for long sewer main lines. Spending several hundred dollars for hydro jetting services may give you pause, but it’s not nearly as unpleasant as what could happen without it. The other good news is that the thorough cleaning your pipes receive from a hydro jetting treatment can last for up to two years.
Join the Jet Set
Locally owned and operated, Service Minds Benjamin Franklin is run by your neighbors, people who understand the community and its specific plumbing needs. Our highly trained and licensed plumbers arrive on time, every time. If there’s any delay, it’s you we pay – $5 per minute, up to $300.