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There are many ways to clear a clogged drain, some better than others. An effective way is water jetting. This technique efficiently uses high-powered water to cut through clogs and clear drains instantly. If you’re not familiar with this innovative drain cleaning technique, consult the guide below.

A Brief Guide to Water Jetting

What are its uses?

Water jetting is an effective way of clearing clogged drains and keeping oils, grease, and sediments like sand or silt from building up in pipes. Additionally, it can help adequately clean and prepare the inner surface of a pipe for pipe lining applications, which is a cost-effective way of protecting it from corrosion and cracks. 

Is it safe for me to do myself?

clogged drainWater jetting involves spraying water at a pressure of 7,500 pounds per square inch or more. Water at such high pressures can cause injury to you and damage surrounding property. 

It’s best to leave it to the professionals, who have the expertise and the proper equipment—like face shields and thick-padded aprons—to do it safely. 

Does it damage pipes?

If performed correctly, water jetting doesn’t damage pipes. But if the wrong level of water pressure is used, older or more fragile pipes can break and require replacement.

That’s why a professional will inspect the pipe in question before beginning and determine whether it’s strong enough to undergo water jetting. They’ll also determine what level of water pressure is appropriate.

What types of clogs is it best for?

It’s particularly effective at clearing recurring clogs that are the result of grease or sediment buildups. It can pierce and make a path through buildup. It can also clear all the grease and sediments that are clinging to the inner surface of pipes that other alternatives—such as snaking and using a plunger—may not be able to access. 

 

 

If you have a clogged drain, contact the drain cleaning experts at American Rooter in Watertown, CT. Since 1980, they’ve provided their clients with a wide array of plumbing services, including water jetting, snaking, underground drainage surveys, and septic cleaning and inspections. They’re also available 24/7 for your convenience. To learn more about their services, call (860) 274-7338 or visit them online

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