Exploring the Advantages of Hydro-Jetting Drains

Clogged drains represent one of the most common plumbing issues homeowners face.

Clogged drains represent one of the most common plumbing issues homeowners face. Some blockages significantly interfere with the home's function and require immediate action. If a plunger or a plumbing snake fails to unclog the drains, homeowners should look for a more powerful solution. Enter hydro-jetting. Let's discuss the advantages of this advanced plumbing technology.

Hydro-jetting prevents new clogs

Accumulated grease, soap scum, mineral deposits, and other pipe debris can clog. A hydro-jetting machine ejects pressurized water in different directions inside a pipe. This effectively targets a broader surface area and removes the buildup of unwanted debris. In addition to unclogging the drain, hydro-jetting will also clean it.

Therefore, hydro-jetting effectively resolves the current plumbing issue while preventing another from happening soon, thus ensuring a smooth operating plumbing system. For this reason, homeowners should consider hydro-jetting the drains annually, even when no clogs appear. This way, they will avoid plumbing emergencies and save money in the long run. In addition, a well-kept drainage and pipe system will last significantly longer.

Hydro-jetting can clean various drains

Hydro-jetting can help the plumbing system operate smoothly again, regardless of the location of the clog. The pressurized water can successfully target clogs formed in:

  • Kitchen drains

  • Bathroom sinks

  • Bathtubs and showers

  • Laundry lines

  • Floor drains

  • Main sewer line

This versatility makes hydro-jetting an all-in-one tool for many of a household's plumbing needs. In addition, its power and versatility allow it to play a prominent role in the commercial sector.

Hydro-jetting can remove larger clogs

Although other mechanical plumbing methods can help with more minor clogs, few have an answer for tree roots stuck in the sewer line. Hydro-jetting can blast through any blockage, regardless of size, and break up even the most stubborn clogs. Besides tree roots, hydro-jetting can effectively pulverize dried concrete, washing it away and out of the drains.

On top of that, a single hydro-jetting session can significantly delay future tree root buildup. At the same time, this process doesn't involve chemicals, meaning it won't damage the plants growing on the property.

Hire a professional

Since various obstructions can block a drain, homeowners should hire a reliable plumbing service to help resolve the issue with hydro-jetting. They will inspect the drain line to determine what has caused the blockage and establish if the pipes can handle the hydro-jetting pressure. Unfortunately, hydro-jetting isn't viable for cleaning damaged or broken pipes.

After completing the assessment, a professional plumber can adjust the setting on the hydro-jetting machine based on the clog type and location. Once the machine clears out the clog, the plumber will recheck the sewer system to ensure it can now function at maximum capacity.


MNS Plumbing provides prompt, efficient, and reliable drain cleaning, repiping, drain inspection, and video sewer line inspection services. Call 602-362-4524 to learn more.

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