Category: Sewer Service

Posts relating to Sewer Services in and around the Anchorage and Wasilla areas. General knowledge posts.

Hydro Jetting

Hydro Jetting in Anchorage and Wasilla

If you experience recurrent tough clogs that do not seem to get resolved, ask your contractor about hydro jetting. If your main sewer or drain line is where the clog is located, high pressure water jetting is likely your best option. So what is hydro jetting?

What is it?

Hydro jetting encompasses a process that relies on the use of pressurized water to clear pipes. This is not to be confused with Trenchless Pipelining. with Hydro jetting, experts push the high-pressure water through your pipes with a special hydro jetting machine.

This process rids the interior of the pipe from built-up debris that has triggered a clog or reduced flow. In cases of grease buildup, hot water is often used to increase effectiveness in clearing the drain clog.

A hydro jet machine is considerably more efficient in the removal build-up and reducing the chance of repeated clogs. Once a qualified plumber pinpoints the ideal problem area to pump the water to, they’ll insert a hose that’s tied to a large water tank or water line. The plumber will select a pressure level to use depending on the severity of your clog.

Hydro jetting can take care of a broad range of materials. It will clear the build-up of hair, tree roots, minerals, food, grease, and soap among other things. After a professional hydro jetting service the pipe wall can be so clean it looks brand new.

How do I know when Hydro Jetting is required?

This process is required when the main line system is impaired with severe, recurrent clogs. The insides of pipes usually scale up with grease or mineral build-up, and also debris. These cause slow draining and eventually lead to clogging.

When this problem grows beyond the reach of many local drain cleaning services, you are at risk of a sewer backup. If the plumbing system blocks up entirely, sewer water may find its way into your home.

Fortunately, you don’t have to resign yourself to this fate. Hydro jetting solves these drainage problems by pumping high-pressure water into the pipes. The hot water jet system uses the force of gravity to clear up the pipes.

The “red flag” that this service is the best fit for you is a smelly sewer drain that repetitively clogs up. A plumber can assist in eradicating the obstructions in your pipes, even if the pipes are outside.

An experienced plumbing professional who uses camera inspection will give insight into whether or not hydro jetting is the right solution.

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