Hydro Jetting | Des Plaines & Chicago’s Suburbs
When you try to snake the sewer and can’t get through the clog, what’s next? Your next best option, short of digging up the sewer and performing a spot repair, is hydro-jetting the line. Hydro-jetting requires specialized equipment and training, and not all plumbing shops offer this service. However, if the rod is stuck or you’re facing a particularly tough situation, this alternative to excavation can be a game changer.
Not only can hydro-jetting open your line, but it also cleans it far more effectively than a power rod ever could. The high-pressure water effortlessly cuts through tree roots and stubborn blockages, while thoroughly cleaning the entire interior of the pipe. This impressive cleaning power comes from water forced through the sewer line at pressures of up to 3,000 PSI, delivered by our state-of-the-art trailer jetter.
Sewer Jetting FAQ’s
The answer depends on your specific situation. For minor tree roots or routine annual maintenance, classic power rodding is usually your best option. However, if your line is completely blocked and excavation of your sewer pipe is the next step, you may want to consider hydro jetting as an alternative solution.
The answer is project-specific. For example, we service multi-unit buildings that require jetting their lines once or twice a year. The frequency depends on the condition of the sewer and what people are putting down the drains. However, we generally do not recommend hydro jetting as a regular maintenance task. Instead, it should be considered a last resort or a backup plan (Plan B).
Hydro jetting is safe for most plumbing systems. However, if your pipes are very old, weakened, corroded, or already broken, it can cause some damage. Before performing any jetting, we check the condition of the pipes to ensure it is safe to proceed. If there are any concerns, we address them before hydro jetting.
When you have a clog, the plumbing snake method is the cheapest and easiest way to handle the blockage. Snaking involves pushing a metal rod through the pipe with force and agitation to break up the clog and clear the passage. Hydro jetting, on the other hand, uses specialized equipment that delivers high-pressure water to thoroughly clean and descale the pipe.
Green Tech Plumbing Co.
Chicago’s Hydro Jetting Experts
We’ve hydro-jetted thousands of homes and businesses throughout Cook and DuPage Counties in Illinois. Looking for options? Hydro-jetting might be the solution for you. Call us at 847-518-5338 to get started.
Part of our mission and value statement is to be a recognized leader in the plumbing industry. That is why we use a full-sized trailer jetter, which must be pulled by a truck. What we lose in mobility, we gain in strength and pressure. Not all jetters are made the same, and some are more capable than others. We employ the latest in plumbing technology to save our customers time and money.
Drain Cleaning with Water Jetting
Most clogs, even stubborn tree root clogs, can often be handled with a power rodder. It is typically the first line of defense for sewer rodding due to its simplicity and cost-effectiveness. Hydro jetting, on the other hand, can be three to four times more expensive than power rodding because of the additional manpower and setup time required. For that reason, hydro jetting is primarily used for a few specific purposes:
- Breaking up tough sewer line clogs that a power rodder cannot penetrate.
- Clearing drain lines clogged with sludge and grease buildup.
- Performing maintenance in multi-unit buildings, particularly to address kitchen grease buildup.
- Temporary fix to a partially collapsing sewer.
Hydro Jetting Service Near Me
Looking for hydro jetting services near you? Our plumbing shop, located in Des Plaines, IL, proudly serves northern Chicago and its suburbs, including areas throughout Cook County and parts of DuPage County. If you need hydro jetting services, call us at 847-518-5338 to schedule an appointment. Estimates are always free! If you’re looking for more information on how Hydro Jetting works check out this page on Wikipedia.
