Indoor plumbing is an amazing modern invention but, unfortunately, all pipes are susceptible to clogs. Drain obstructions can range from hair and soap scum to cooking grease and mineral deposits. Even intrusive tree roots can block sewer lines.
The traditional method for removing blockages is to use a plumbing snake, also called a plumbing auger. This metal cable with blades or a corkscrew attached to the end breaks up clogs relatively close to the drain, but it’s not infallible. When a plumbing snake isn’t enough, it’s time to try hydro-jet cleaning.
What is Hydro-jet Cleaning?
A hydro-jet is a hose connected to a machine that pressurizes water and sends a powerful stream shooting out of a specialized nozzle at up to 60,000 psi. This is used to clear out grease, hair, soap scum, mineral buildup, and other debris from the drain. A powerful enough hydro-jet can even break up tree roots that have invaded the pipe.
Reasons to Schedule Hydro-jet Cleaning
While you can use a plumbing snake without special training, hydro-jet cleaning should be performed by a professional plumber. Even though it’s not a do-it-yourself task, the service is well worth it when you consider the benefits:
- Clean, don’t just unclog your pipes: Snaking a drain is effective for some types of clogs, but it’s a temporary fix at best. Hydro-jet cleaning is much more thorough because, instead of merely punching a hole through an obstruction, it washes away every bit of debris in the pipe. This way, the formation of a future blockage takes much longer, so you can enjoy free-flowing pipes for several years after hydro-jet cleaning is performed.
- Skip the chemicals: In desperation, many homeowners resort to using chemical drain cleaners to eat away at pipe obstructions. Unfortunately, this is often ineffective, environmentally damaging, and harmful to your pipes when done repeatedly. Hydro-jet cleaning uses nothing but pure, high-pressure water to powerfully wash away all signs of residue and make your pipes function like new again.
- Safeguard your plumbing: You might be nervous about using a high-pressure system to clear out your pipes, but hydro-jet cleaning is specifically engineered not to damage pipes, fittings, and other plumbing components. Rest assured that the process is not only effective but also safe for use in residential and commercial plumbing systems.
If you think your home or business is a good candidate for hydro-jet cleaning, contact A-1 Septic Tank Service online or call us at (510) 886-4455. We provide various waste disposal services, including septic tank pumping, grease trap cleaning and more, so schedule the services you need for your home or business today.