Hydro-jet Drain Cleaning
Hydro-jet Drain Cleaning | Commercial Plumbing | Plumbing | Clinton
When grease, sludge, and debris bring your business to a stand-still, HEP’s hydro-jet technology blasts it all away—fast. Our high-pressure water streams scour every inch of your drains, restoring full flow without harsh chemicals and minimizing downtime for restaurants, apartments, and industrial facilities across Clinton. The result is pipes that perform like new, fewer emergency calls, and a healthier workspace for your staff and customers.
Backed by decades of commercial plumbing experience, our licensed technicians arrive when promised, explain every step, and leave the area spotless. From preventive jetting to urgent blockages, we tailor service schedules around your operating hours, so you stay open and productive. Call HEP today and feel the difference a true hydro-jet specialist brings to your business.
FAQs
What is hydro-jet drain cleaning and how does it work?
Hydro-jetting is a non-invasive drain-cleaning method that propels water at pressures up to 4,000 PSI through a specially designed nozzle. The high-pressure stream scours the full interior diameter of the pipe, slicing through grease, sludge, mineral scale, paper, and even small tree roots. The debris is flushed downstream to a larger municipal line or a vacuum truck, leaving the pipe walls almost like new without using harsh chemicals or mechanical blades.
Why is hydro-jetting recommended for commercial properties in Clinton?
Commercial buildings—restaurants, healthcare facilities, apartment complexes, and industrial plants—see higher volumes of grease, food waste, soap, and paper products than the average home. In Clinton’s humid summers and freezing winters, that waste can quickly congeal or freeze, causing blockages and backups. Hydro-jetting clears existing clogs, restores full flow capacity, and is powerful enough to keep long lateral runs and shared main lines clean, reducing emergency service calls and keeping your business compliant with local health and plumbing codes.
Is hydro-jetting safe for all types of commercial plumbing pipes?
Yes, when performed by licensed technicians, hydro-jetting is safe for most commercial pipe materials including PVC, cast iron, copper, ABS, and HDPE. Before jetting, we inspect the line with a video camera to verify its integrity and locate weak joints or collapsed sections. If pipes are extremely brittle or already fractured, we’ll recommend spot repairs or a gentler cleaning method to prevent damage.
How often should a commercial drain system be hydro-jetted?
Cleaning frequency depends on the type of business and the condition of the plumbing: • Restaurants & food processors: every 3–6 months because of constant grease and food waste. • Medical, hospitality, and multi-family complexes: every 6–12 months. • Retail/office buildings with moderate use: once a year or as part of an annual maintenance plan. Post-service, we provide a video report and maintenance schedule tailored to your site so you can budget and plan ahead.
What signs indicate that my Clinton business needs hydro-jet drain cleaning?
• Recurring clogs or backups in floor drains, sinks, or toilets. • Slow-moving drains throughout the building rather than a single fixture. • Gurgling sounds or air bubbles when fixtures are used. • Foul odors coming from floor drains, interceptors, or cleanouts. • Grease traps filling quicker than usual or grease escaping into the main line. Noticing one or more of these symptoms means buildup has likely exceeded what plunging or snaking can handle, and hydro-jetting is the most thorough solution.
How much downtime should I expect during a commercial hydro-jet service, and will my operations be affected?
An average service on a main line 3"–8" in diameter takes 2–4 hours, including camera inspection and cleanup. For restaurants and 24-hour facilities, we can schedule after business hours to eliminate customer impact. Water to affected fixtures is shut off only while jetting the specific line, so other areas of the building can often remain open. Because hydro-jetting is trenchless, there’s no digging, no floor removal, and minimal interruption to your daily operations.