The Time and Place for Hydro Jetting
Clogged drains can feel like a constant battle between homeowners and their plumbing system. Every time the homeowner gets the drain unclogs, the drain says “oh no, this battle isn’t over yet!” And a few months later, there’s another clogged drain. These clogs can disrupt the comfort of living in a home. It makes showering uncomfortable when a person is standing in a pool of water. It makes doing the dishes uncomfortable when water and food particles start to back up into the sink. It makes using the toilet uncomfortable because it doesn’t flush. Luckily, there is a method that can help to clear out these clogs for good, and this article is here to give homeowners the scoop on this insider secret.
Through this article, homeowners can learn about hydro jetting and how it helps to solve stubborn plumbing clog problems.
What Is Hydro Jetting?
The effectiveness of hydro jetting is truly unprecedented. Liquid drain cleaners contain chemicals that are dangerous to handle and can harm the plumbing system. Drain snakes are a safer alternative than liquid drain cleaners, but they only reach the main part of the clog and often miss clearing out any smaller buildup on the sides of the pipes. Using high-pressure water with hydro jetting helps to clean out clogs in a safe manner and get rid of any other buildup within the pipes too.
How Do Drains Become Clogged in the First Place?
One of the biggest culprits of clogs in showers and bathroom sinks is hair. Hair becomes sticky when it’s wet and clumps together, which easily leads to clogs. As for clogged toilets, the biggest cause is flushing things that shouldn’t be flushed. This can include:
- Cotton balls
- Q-tips
- Makeup wipes
- Floss
- Feminine products
- Paper towels
- Tissues
- Anything else that is not toilet paper!
No matter what the cause may be, hydro jetting is likely an effective solution.
Hydro Jetting to Fix a Clog
When a clog happens, the worst thing a homeowner can do is just ignore it. Ignoring the situation will only lead to more damage down the road. It’s critical to care for the plumbing system and fix it when things go wrong. Using hydro jetting to clean the home’s pipes on a regular basis helps prevent the initial buildup of a clog before it completely blocks the pipe.
Because hydro jetting is a powerful cleaning method, it’s best to hire a professional plumber to make sure the water pressure is set correctly. A professional can also double-check the end result to make sure any buildup (even the smallest bits) are washed away by the time they are done.
About A River City Plumbing
For more than two decades, A River City Plumbing has been providing expert plumbing repairs and installations at fair and honest prices. They know plumbing can be a scary, dirty job, but they love to do it, and their technicians have a reputation for always being friendly, helpful, and very knowledgeable.