Common Hydrojetting Questions Answered

What Is Hydrojetting?

Hydrojetting is an effective technique for removing large or stubborn clogs from a home’s sewer line. This method uses a highly pressurized stream of water to remove clogs accurately. Booking services promptly allow households to prevent water damage, avoid slow-draining sinks and foul odors, and more. 

In this post, Oklahoma City, OK, plumbers explain hydrojetting, how it works, and when it should be used.  

What Are Hydrojetting Services?

Hydrojet drain cleaning services are excellent for removing stubborn, large clogs from the plumbing system. Plumbers use a pressurized stream of water to clean out a clogged sewer line and remove tough blockages. Hydrojetting can accurately eliminate numerous types of blockages, including grease or hair buildups, tree roots growing into sewer lines, and minerals accumulating in the pipes. 

Plumbers take certain steps when performing hydrojetting services to ensure they’re done correctly. When starting the work, plumbers first find the access point in the pipes to insert the hose and nozzle. Then, once the long, flexible hose is in the line, the plumber turns on the jetter. This turns on the pressurized stream of water and eliminates any buildup in the pipes. After the services are complete, plumbers might perform a sewer video inspection to look for any remaining clogs in the line. 

When Should Hydrojetting Services Be Used?

Hydrojetting services can have numerous benefits for households. However, while these are effective, they are unnecessary for every clog. Sometimes, small clogs can be removed by drain snaking or augering. 

Hydrojetting should only be used in certain situations, including:

• If there are clogs in multiple sinks or drains
• If there are slow-draining sinks or drains
• If there are frequent clogs that drain snaking can’t remove
• If gurgling sounds are coming from the drains
• If foul odors are coming from the drains
• If there are sewage backups in the sewer lines

How Does Hydrojetting Compare To Drain Snaking?

Many homeowners might be most familiar with chemical drain cleaners and drain snakes when scheduling drain cleaning services. While these are popular options, they are not ideal for large clogs. Chemical drain cleaners can cause harm to pipes, making them more damaging than helpful. Plumber’s snake or drain augers can accurately remove minor clogs from sewer lines, but it might not eliminate an entire large blockage, leaving behind residue that could form another clog.

Hydrojetting techniques to remove stubborn blockages allow plumbers to accurately and safely remove the entire clog using only water, relieving pressure buildups by getting rid of the clog. Homeowners should call an experienced plumber when they need hydrojetting services.

About Buddy’s Plumbing Inc.

At Buddy’s Plumbing Inc., they still believe in the value of a handshake. A family-owned and operated company, they have more than 25 years of services and satisfaction guaranteed. Call them today for drain cleaning services in Oklahoma City, OK.