Choosing the Right Drain Cleaning: Snaking or Hydro Jetting?

It’s essential for your home’s pipes to work well at all times. However, if a blockage develops, pipes can’t perform their job. This can lead to serious consequences for your household's drainage.

If you encounter a clog, there are two primary ways to consider: water-jetting and using a drain snake.

How Hydro-Jet Cleaning Works

Hydro-jetting, also known as water-jetting, is an efficient cleaning technique for sewer pipes. This process uses a high-pressure hose attached with a specialized nozzle that directs pressurized water through the pipe. Connected to a pressurizing machine, the hose blasts water through the pipes, clearing deep-seated obstructions.

Does Every Blockage Need Hydro-Jetting?

While hydro-jetting is highly efficient, it’s not ideal for all pipe types. Some pipes aren’t designed to handle the high pressure of hydro-jetting. For these pipes, using a cable snake is a safer option. Drain snakes are practical for clearing minor blockages without potential pipe damage.

The Advantages of Hydro Jetting

Blocked sewer lines can result in drain backups within the home. Homeowners are responsible for keeping sewer lines clear, and failure to do so could lead to major drain problems. Using hydro-jetting eliminates various materials, including tree roots.

In addition to opening blocked pipes, hydro-jetting cleans the pipes fully, helping avoid repeated issues.

Advantages of Snaking for Drains

Drain snakes can handle minor blockages. Many people start with a drain snake for non-severe clogs. A drain snake or auger can be purchased affordably, making it an accessible solution.

How to Choose the Right Drain Cleaning Method?

Your choice between hydro-jetting and snaking depends on clog depth. Hydro-jetting is necessary for hard-to-reach clogs.

Using a snake won’t prevent future clogs and could result in clog return. In contrast, hydro-jetting provides a long-lasting solution.

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