Hydro-jetting Equipment
Hydro-jetting Equipment | Drain Opening | Plumbing | Ten Mile
When stubborn clogs disrupt life in Ten Mile, HEP’s hydro-jetting equipment delivers a fast, eco-friendly solution. A focused stream of high-pressure water scours grease, soap scum, and invasive roots from every inch of pipe, restoring full flow without harsh chemicals or guesswork. From lake cottages to busy storefronts, our licensed plumbers arrive with truck-mounted rigs that turn a sluggish line into a wide-open conduit—true, no-mess drain opening you can count on.
Because backups rarely wait for business hours, we offer 24/7 emergency response, upfront pricing, and a satisfaction guarantee that’s as solid as the pipes we clear. Schedule today and feel the difference a clean, professionally jetted system makes for your fixtures, your wallet, and your peace of mind in beautiful Ten Mile.
FAQs
What is hydro-jetting and how does it clear drains in Ten Mile homes and businesses?
Hydro-jetting is a professional drain-cleaning method that sends water through a specialized hose at pressures up to 4,000 PSI. The high-velocity stream scours the entire interior surface of the pipe, breaking up grease, silt, soap scum, mineral scale, small tree roots, and other obstructions. Because the jet moves debris all the way to the main sewer line for removal, it restores your pipe’s full inside diameter instead of just punching a small hole through the clog. For property owners in Ten Mile—where clay soils and mature trees often contribute to blockages—hydro-jetting offers a fast, environmentally friendly way to get pipes flowing like new without excavation.
Is hydro-jetting safe for older or fragile plumbing systems?
In most cases, yes. Before beginning any jetting work, our licensed Ten Mile technicians perform a video camera inspection to verify the pipe’s material and condition. If we find brittle cast iron, collapsed sections, or serious corrosion, we’ll recommend a gentler approach or targeted spot repair. For sound PVC, copper, or modern SDR pipe, hydro-jetting is actually less abrasive than mechanical cable snaking because only water touches the pipe wall—no cutting blades or augers. We adjust pressure settings to match the pipe size and material, ensuring a thorough yet safe cleaning.
How does hydro-jetting differ from traditional drain snaking?
Snaking uses a rotating steel cable to bore a hole through the clog and pull back loose debris, creating a path for water to drain. It’s quick, but it often leaves residue on the pipe walls that can start a new blockage within months. Hydro-jetting, by contrast, cleans 360° around the entire circumference of the pipe, flushing out sludge and buildup that snakes miss. Think of snaking as clearing a straw with a skewer, while hydro-jetting is like power-washing the straw inside and out. The result is a longer-lasting solution, especially useful for restaurants, rental properties, and heavily wooded lots in the Ten Mile area.
How often should I have my drains hydro-jetted?
Frequency depends on usage, pipe material, and the type of waste entering the line: • Residential homes with normal use: every 18–24 months as preventative maintenance. • Homes with large families, garbage disposals, or older cast iron lines: every 12–18 months. • Commercial kitchens or facilities with heavy grease output: every 3–6 months per county health guidelines. Because Ten Mile has a mix of older farmhouses and newer developments, we tailor a maintenance plan after our first visit and camera inspection. Many customers schedule hydro-jetting each spring to prevent summer backups, when tree roots are most active.
Can hydro-jetting remove tree roots, grease, and mineral scale in one service?
Yes. The concentrated water stream slices through small and medium-size tree roots, emulsifies grease into tiny particles that wash away, and chisels off stubborn calcium or iron deposits common in Ten Mile’s moderately hard water. For very dense roots, we may pair jetting with a root-foaming herbicide to inhibit regrowth. If camera inspection shows structural damage after roots are cleared, we’ll recommend trenchless pipe lining or spot repair to keep the problem from returning.
What should I expect during a hydro-jetting appointment, and what does it cost?
1. Arrival & inspection: Our crew arrives in a jetting truck, explains the process, and performs a video inspection. 2. Setup: We connect the jet hose to an accessible clean-out or remove a toilet if no clean-out exists. 3. Jetting: Multiple passes are made until the camera shows a debris-free, shiny pipe interior. 4. Final camera inspection & report: You’ll see before-and-after footage and receive maintenance tips. 5. Cleanup & restoration: All access points are re-sealed, and the work area is sanitized. Pricing in Ten Mile typically ranges from $275 for a simple residential main line (up to 75 ft) to $650+ for longer or heavily compacted commercial lines. We provide an upfront flat quote that includes camera inspection, jetting, and disposal fees—no mileage surcharges inside the Ten Mile service area.