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Sewer line hydro jetting is an effective method for cleaning sewer pipes and removing stubborn build up and blockages. Hydro jetting involves using high-pressure water streams to blast away accumulated debris, grease, root intrusion, and other clogs that may be obstructing the sewer line. The process is safe, efficient, and eco-friendly, making it an ideal solution for homeowners and business owners who are looking to avoid expensive sewer line repairs.
One of the biggest advantages of sewer line hydro jetting is its cost-effectiveness. Unlike traditional sewer line repairs, which can be time-consuming and expensive, hydro jetting can be a quick and affordable solution. By removing blockages and build-up, hydro jetting can extend the life of your sewer line, avoiding the need for costly repairs or replacements in the future.
What it Includes
Hydro jetting inspection is a process of using high-pressure water to clean and inspect pipelines or other types of underground or submerged infrastructure. This technique is commonly used in industries such as oil and gas, plumbing, and municipal water and sewage systems.
Safe For Pipes
Environmentally Friendly
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Improved Flow
Before and After Jetting
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Hydro Jetting?
Hydro jetting is the use of pressurized water delivered through purpose-built heads to clean sewer lines and rid them of grease or sludge buildup, root intrusions, scale buildup of metal pipes, and other adverse conditions.
How will my sewer line be accessed?
Ground level cleanouts are the best method for accessing a sewer line. These cleanouts are designed to allow the technician to utilize the jetter under the home as well as to the point of termination, the city connection, or septic tank.
Will we Hydro Jet from the roof?
No. Hydro jetting services will be offered through ground level cleanouts only. It is safer for our technicians, equipment, and the property.
Will Hydro Jetting clear roots?
Yes. Jetting will remove the roots that are exposed inside the sewer line and cut them down significantly. Specialized heads will be used to cut the roots down as close as possible to the edges of the pipe, restoring the flow. Jetting will not permanently solve a root problem. Jetting will remove the exposed roots but will not prevent the roots from growing back. Jetting can be an excellent way to maintain a root problem until it ultimately needs to be fixed.
Will Hydro Jetting help a belly?
Yes. Jetting will remove the debris that has collected/settled in the low spot in the line. Jetting will not fix the issue with the pipe itself, but it will clear out the debris that leads to blockages by pulling or pushing the debris out with the pressurized spray. Clean debris free water will remain in the low spot and will eventually need to be cleaned again or regularly maintained.
Will Hydro Jetting remove grease and sludge build up?
Yes. Jetting will remove grease and sludge buildup from the pipe on all sides. When the jetter is pressurized with the applicable head, the water will form a cone shape spraying evenly on all sides of the pipe breaking down and removing the stuck debris.
Will Hydro Jetting hurt my pipes?
When used properly, jetting will not hurt the pipe itself. Sewer lines will be inspected prior to jetting with a camera to ensure the pipe is safe to jet, identify any preexisting defects, and to verify pipe materials. If the pipe is in poor condition due to age, damage, or preexisting defects, we will not proceed with the service. Removing the debris, sludge, roots, or grease many times will make the defects in the pipe visible so a proper diagnosis for repair or maintenance can be given.
Clay and concrete sewer pipe are made in very short sections creating many joints in the sewer line. These sections of pipe were most commonly joined by only a thin rubber gasket, once this gasket has failed or worn out it leaves numerous opportunities for growth.
Transitions of pipe materials are also a very common place to find roots. When transitioning materials many times the only way to make the connection is with a rubber coupling. Over time these connections can be damaged, become loose, and wear out leaving a clear pathway for roots to move in.
Once roots are present in a sewer line they will continue to grow until the pipe is closed off and completely overtaken.
Will Hydro Jetting fix all of my drains?
Jetting will only treat the line that is jetted itself. AJF only jets the main sewer line. Secondary lines, branch lines, and isolated issues will not be treated by jetting the main sewer line.
What types of pipe material cannot be Hydro Jetted?
Orangeburg pipe will not be jetted under any circumstances. Orangeburg is too brittle, even in its best condition, to withstand or risk using a pressurized method of cleaning.
Broken or severely cracked or damaged pipes will not be jetted.
Defects or issues with pipe that can cause potential damage or inability to remove the jetter hose will not be jetted.
Action Item FAQs
Rust/Scale buildup:
Cast iron pipes begin to rust after years of being exposed to water and moisture. As this process happens the rust deposits can become very rough and jagged, causing paper and waste products to stick or slow down when traveling through the sewer system, ultimately leading to blockages and narrowing of the pipe.
Clay and concrete sewer pipe are made in very short sections creating many joints in the sewer line. These sections of pipe were most commonly joined by only a thin rubber gasket, once this gasket has failed or worn out it leaves numerous opportunities for growth.
Transitions of pipe materials are also a very common place to find roots. When transitioning materials many times the only way to make the connection is with a rubber coupling. Over time these connections can be damaged, become loose, and wear out leaving a clear pathway for roots to move in.
Once roots are present in a sewer line they will continue to grow until the pipe is closed off and completely overtaken.
General pipe damage:
There are a number of factors that can contribute to pipe damage including: roots, age, construction damage/interference, settling of the ground, etc.
Clay and concrete sewer pipe are made in very short sections creating many joints in the sewer line. These sections of pipe were most commonly joined by only a thin rubber gasket, once this gasket has failed or worn out it leaves numerous opportunities for growth.
Transitions of pipe materials are also a very common place to find roots. When transitioning materials many times the only way to make the connection is with a rubber coupling. Over time these connections can be damaged, become loose, and wear out leaving a clear pathway for roots to move in.
Once roots are present in a sewer line they will continue to grow until the pipe is closed off and completely overtaken.
What is a “belly?”
Belly is a common term used in the plumbing industry to describe what occurs when there is a significant sag in the sewer line. A sewer line is supposed to follow a steady decline to allow the water, paper, and waste to flow all the way out of the sewer to the point of termination. If the sewer line does not follow a smooth decline and has a low spot it causes the contents to climb. In some instances, the belly in the line can be severe leaving standing water to stay in the sewer at all times. When water is unable to leave the pipe, anything put into the drainage system will be slowed down by the standing water and start to collect. Over time the collection of paper, waste, and all other products can lead to blockages and severe restriction of flow.
What is sludge?
Sludge is a broad term that encompasses a variety of types of buildup found in drains. This buildup can consist of everything put down any drain in the house from waste, food, soaps and detergents, beauty products, toothpaste, cooking waste, and anything else that makes its way down the drain in your home. Significant buildup throughout the line can obstruct the view of the camera and hide any defects that may be present in the sewer. Once this sludge buildup reaches a significant point it will also slow down drain function and ultimately lead to blockages.
What is an offset?
Offsets occur when a joint in the pipe does not line up properly with the next. Offsets can occur from improper installation, normal expansion and contraction of the soil, weight of traffic, and root system pressure. An offset acts as a speed bump in the drain system causing waste products to slow down and can contribute to blockages. In some cases, offsets can be severe enough to completely restrict the flow on their own.
Improper installation/Repair:
Older homes are not the only candidates for sewer problems, improper installation of sewer components and improper grading can lead to a belly in the line or restricted flow. Repairs done by underqualified individuals or done incorrectly are often found and lead to issues.
Foreign objects/Construction debris:
Many times during construction or a remodeling process accidents and negligence can lead to foreign objects falling into drains, building materials, and construction debris. Any of these items can lead to severe sewer issues and blockages.
Orangeburg:
Orangeburg pipe is a type of sewer line used in many properties built from 1945 to 1972. Orangeburg is a type of bituminized fiber pipe made from a mixture of hot pitch and wood pulp. Orangeburg pipes absorb moisture and become distorted, oftentimes in an ovular shape, under pressure. Layers of this material are also subject to bubbling up and closing the pipe off. Once Orangeburg begins to fail it is typically a very fast process.
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