Understanding Hydro Jetting
Accessing drains and sewer lines has been a common problem since the invention of plumbing. The best way to prevent people from coming into contact with human waste is to bury the plumbing below ground where gravity can drain it. While this is a great strategy, the logistical problems of cleaning sewer lines have plagued plumbers for centuries.
In recent years, plumbers have developed an easy way to remove tough clogs and clean the inside of sewer lines to prevent clogs. Hydro jetting uses the latest technology to work as the perfect form of drain cleaning for reparative and preventative drain cleaning. Here are some answers to common questions about this innovative service.
How Does Hydro Jetting Service Work?
Hydro jetting is a descriptive term because the service uses a powerful water jet to break up clogs and clean sewer lines. The hydro jetting machine is a pressure washer with a long hose and a special nozzle. The hose can be inserted into sewer pipes, and the jet of water is applied to the nozzle. The hose is then fed into the sewer line, where the nozzle sprays forward to cut through clogs and, in a 360 pattern, behind itself to blast just off the pipe walls. The result is a clog-free sewer line that is as clean as the day it was installed.
Determining when hydro jetting is needed is simple. Some of the signs that hydro jetting can help are:
- Slow draining from sinks and tubs
- Slow flushing
- Sewage backups in floor drains and first-floor tubs
- Foul odors coming from plumbing fixtures
- Wet spots on the lawn
- Lack of plumbing maintenance
Does the Pressure From Hydro Jetting Damage Pipes?
A common question for people living in old homes is whether hydro jetting can damage pipes. The answer is yes, especially if they are old and brittle already. However, the rate at which this happens may be overestimated. For one thing, plumbers are responsible, and if they think the pipes are in danger, they will try other methods rather than make matters worse by destroying sewer lines. Secondly, this is only a major concern for cast iron and clay pipes. These materials have been obsolete for decades, and most homes have had their outdated sewer lines upgraded to plastic, so hydro jetting will be more effective.
What Are the Benefits of Hydro Jet Drain Cleaning?
Hydro jet drain cleaning makes it easy to remove clogs from sewer lines and remove the buildup within sewer lines that can contribute to clogging. The method is fast, easy, and the only sewer cleaning method needed for repairs or maintenance. While hydro jetting may be more expensive than a drain auger, it is more versatile and effective at clearing up complex problems like invasive tree roots. Instead of wasting time trying to get a drain auger to remove a clog, call a professional with a hydro jet and take care of the problem once and for all.
About Charles Krull & Son, Inc. Plumbing & Heating
Charles Krull & Son, Inc. Plumbing & Heating has been a plumbing industry leader for over a century. For all of those years, they have strived for professional, courteous service to keep their customers coming back time after time. Call today for plumbing service in Malverne, NY.
