What is Hydro Jetting

A clogged drain deep in the line will almost certainly produce a bigger problem than you realize. Sewer pipes and plumbing systems could become clogged, preventing water and garbage from draining. If these problems are not addressed, the drain will overflow, resulting in sewage backups. Sewer problems can be dangerous to you and your family's health, and you don't want that to happen. So, what is the best way to avoid this from happening? What is the solution? The answer? Hydro Jetting.

What is Hydro Jetting?

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Hydro Jetting is an advanced method of cleaning sewer and drain lines. It necessitates the use of high-tech equipment to clean clogged or slow sewer systems with a continuous blast of high-pressure water that can exceed 5,000 PSI. The revolving nozzle will squirt pressured water into the sewer lines to clear hard-to-remove clogs created by potentially harmful pollutants such as:
  • Grease
  • Mineral scale
  • Debris
  • Tree roots

Is Hydro Jetting a Good Option?

There are a lot of advantages that hydro jetting offers:
  • It is non-invasive, so no digging is required to fix a clogged pipe.
  • It is safe because hydro jetting doesn’t use chemicals to get rid of hard-to-remove blockages.
  • It is environmentally friendly since it uses pressurized water to remove clogs.
  • It provides fast relief because it cleans the drain instantly making your drain hassle-free.

How often should you use hydro jetting?

There are factors that you should consider when determining how often you should hydro jet your property. 
For restaurants, hotels, and other businesses, hydro jetting should be done once or twice a year. Businesses would typically need the most maintenance because you can expect more build-up being produced in these places. 
However, residential areas tend to require less need for hydro jetting. Small families living in small homes will likely require hydro-jetting once every other year.
Another factor to consider when using hydro jetting is the size and condition of the sewer or drain. Old homes have old plumbing systems and sewer lines so more frequent hydro jetting is needed. If you’ve been experiencing problems more frequently, call a professional plumber and have your sewer lines go under sewer inspection to determine if it’s time for your sewer to undergo hydro jetting.

Does hydro jetting work on roots?

Hydro jetting is used commonly to clear roots penetrating your sewer lines and plumbing system underground. To prevent your pipes from further damage, hydro jetting should be done with extra precautions by hiring a professional and trained plumber to do the job. So how will hydro jet clear your sewer lines from tree roots without damaging your pipes? Here are the following steps during the process of hydro jetting:
  1. Your licensed plumber uses a sophisticated camera to inspect your sewer lines and plumbing pipes prior to hydro jetting. This will allow them to search for any damage within the system, such as pipes with cracks, blockages or collapsed pipes.
  1. Once your plumber finds the exact location of the blockage, a jetting hose is then inserted into the pipelines. The hose is attached to a water tank that can produce pressurized water.
  1. When the high-pressured water starts, the hose goes through the plumbing lines as it cleans the inner walls of the pipe.
  1. Because of the pressurized water, it is hard to remove build-up and other materials including tree roots inside the pipe walls. Gravity will pull down the washed-out debris through the home plumbing system, safely flushing it out to your home.

How much does hydro jetting cost?

At The Pipe Doctor, regular Seattle hydro jetting services range from $250-600 for ordinary jobs.  However, if there is a severe blockage and or root intrusion, there would be difficulty in accessing the pipes and the price can reach as high as $1000 or more. Clogs that are deeper in your sewer line will be more expensive as compared to a clog near the drain. The type of blockage will also affect the cost of hydro jetting because hydro jetting simple debris such as hair and food is easier to remove than tree roots.

Looking for affordable Hydro Jetting Service in Seattle? Call The Pipe Doctor!

The Pipe Doctor serves the Seattle community with professional and inexpensive hydro jetting services. Hydro jetting is a cost-effective and environmentally friendly approach to clear your sewer and drain lines. We can blast away any incursions or obstructions in your water line by releasing close to 5,000 PSI of water.
The Pipe Doctor
12345 Lake City Way Ste 311 Seattle, WA 98125
(206) 676-2192
thepipedr@gmail.com

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