High-pressure Jetting Equipment
High-pressure Jetting Equipment | Drain Opening | Plumbing | Hillsboro
When stubborn clogs slow your day in Hillsboro, HEP’s high-pressure jetting equipment blasts them away in minutes. Our technicians thread a specialized hose deep into the line, releasing a focused stream of water powerful enough to scour grease, roots, and years of buildup without harming your pipes. The result is a thorough drain opening that restores full flow and leaves your plumbing cleaner than traditional snaking alone.
Homeowners and businesses trust us for rapid response times, upfront pricing, and a spotless jobsite when we’re done. Whether the backup is in a kitchen sink, a restaurant sewer lateral, or a storm drain, we bring the same level of precision and care—backed by local expertise and the latest technology—to every call in Hillsboro and the surrounding communities.
FAQs
What is high-pressure jetting and how does it clear blocked drains?
High-pressure jetting (also called hydro-jetting) is a drain-cleaning method that pumps water through a specialized hose at 3,000–4,000 psi. The focused stream scours the entire interior diameter of the pipe, cutting through grease, roots, scale, and other debris, then flushes the loosened material to the main sewer. Because it relies on water rather than blades, it removes buildup more thoroughly than traditional cable snaking and leaves the pipe walls virtually residue-free.
Is hydro-jetting safe for older or fragile plumbing in Hillsboro homes?
Yes—when performed by a trained, licensed plumber who assesses the pipe’s condition first. We start every job with a video camera inspection to verify the pipe’s material and integrity. If we find cracked clay, collapsed sections, or severely corroded galvanized steel, we’ll recommend spot repairs or a gentler cleaning approach. For sound but older lines, we can dial the pressure down and use specialized nozzles to avoid stressing the pipe while still removing buildup.
How does hydro-jetting compare to traditional drain snaking?
Snaking (mechanical augering) punches a hole through the clog so water can flow again, but it usually leaves grease, sludge, and scale on the pipe walls. Those residues can grab new debris and cause a repeat clog within months. Hydro-jetting cleans the full circumference of the pipe, restoring it almost to its original diameter and greatly extending the time between service calls. It also tackles soft obstructions (grease, soap, sand) and intrusive tree roots that a snake can struggle with.
What types of drains can you hydro-jet in the Hillsboro area?
Our equipment is versatile enough for 1½-inch kitchen and laundry lines up to 12-inch commercial sewer mains. Typical residential applications include clogged kitchen sinks, main sewer laterals, floor drains, and downspout drains. For businesses in Hillsboro, we routinely jet restaurant grease lines, apartment complexes, and light-industrial storm drains. If the pipe has an accessible clean-out, we can almost always jet it.
How quickly can you respond to an emergency drain backup?
We provide 24/7 emergency service across Hillsboro and the surrounding Washington County communities. In most cases, a licensed technician can be on site within 60–90 minutes of your call. Our trucks are stocked with multiple jetting heads, camera equipment, and drain snakes, so we can diagnose and clear the blockage in a single visit, even after hours or on weekends.
What does high-pressure jetting cost, and are there extra fees?
Residential hydro-jetting in Hillsboro typically ranges from $275 to $550, depending on the drain’s length, accessibility, and the severity of the blockage. The price you receive after our on-site assessment is all-inclusive—covering camera inspection, jetting, and a post-cleaning video review. There are no after-hours surcharges for true emergencies, and we offer upfront flat-rate pricing for commercial maintenance contracts to keep budgeting simple.