What Is Hydro Jetting and When Do You Need It?

When a standard drain snake can't clear a blockage, or when a line is caked with years of buildup, hydro jetting is often the answer. This professional technique restores pipes to near-original condition.

How it works

Hydro jetting uses a specialized hose that blasts water through your pipes at very high pressure. The force scours away grease, scale, roots, and debris from the full diameter of the pipe, not just punching a hole through the clog.

When you need it

• Recurring clogs that snaking only fixes temporarily
• Grease buildup in kitchen and commercial lines
• Tree root intrusion in sewer lines
• Years of accumulated scale and sediment
• Preventive maintenance for older lines

The advantages

Unlike snaking, which clears a path, hydro jetting cleans the entire pipe wall, so clogs are far less likely to return quickly. It's also chemical-free and safe for most pipes.