Hydro jetting may be recommended when a sewer or drain line has significant buildup, recurring blockages, grease, or other material that needs to be thoroughly cleaned. The appropriate method depends on the type and condition of the pipe.

Hydro jetting and sewer rodding serve different purposes. Rodding can help break through or clear certain obstructions, while hydro jetting uses high-pressure water to clean material from the inside of the pipe. The appropriate method depends on the blockage and condition of the line.

Hydro jetting may help remove or clean certain root intrusion from inside a sewer line. However, removing the immediate roots does not necessarily correct the underlying reason they entered the pipe. A camera inspection may help evaluate the condition of the line.

Yes. Hydro jetting is commonly used to remove grease, sludge, scale, and other buildup from inside sewer and drain lines. This can help restore the usable flow area inside the pipe.

Hydro jetting should be performed using equipment and pressure appropriate for the particular sewer or drain line. The condition, material, size, and accessibility of the pipe should be considered before determining whether hydro jetting is appropriate.

There is no single schedule that applies to every property. The need for hydro jetting depends on factors such as the condition of the sewer line, buildup, grease, roots, previous blockages, and how frequently problems occur.

Hydro jetting can thoroughly clean certain types of buildup and obstructions, but it cannot guarantee that a sewer backup will never occur again. Recurring problems may have an underlying cause such as root intrusion or pipe damage. A camera inspection may help identify visible problems inside the line.

Not every situation requires a camera inspection. However, inspection may be useful when the cause of the blockage is unclear, the problem keeps returning, or there are concerns about the condition of the sewer line.

The time required depends on the size and condition of the line, the type and amount of buildup, accessibility, and the extent of the cleaning required. Bonanno Sewer & Drain can evaluate the situation and determine the appropriate approach.