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Hydro-Jetting Barrie

PLUMBING & DRAIN SERVICES IN BARRIE

It’s not always just something blocking your drain that causes a clog.

Drains and sewer lines can accumulate grease and sludge on the walls over time.

You may have had your drain cleaned and been able to use it, but find that the clog returns.

Hydro-jetting can be useful in these cases.

We provide hydro-jetting services in Barrie to homes and businesses. By using high-pressure water, we are able to jet out material from your drains and sewer lines when needed.

Hydro-Jetting in Barrie

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Hydro-jetting allows us to blast high-pressure water through your drain or sewer line.

Hydro-jetting can remove some materials from the inside of your pipe where other methods of drain cleaning may not.

Some examples of what can be removed:

  • Grease
  • Sludge
  • Buildup from food
  • Soap
  • Dirt
  • Other materials that can cause clogs

Allowing water to travel through your pipes more easily is what we want to achieve when we jet a drain or sewer line.

Sureflow uses professional-grade water-jetting equipment to clean your drain or sewer line. We will use different equipment depending on what we need to do.

You May Need Hydro-Jetting If Your Line Has…

There are many reasons why you would need hydro-jetting on your drain.

Not all clogs require hydro-jetting.

If you have a small clog near a fixture, you can probably use traditional drain-cleaning methods to get the blockage out.

Some reasons you may want to look into hydro-jetting are:

  • Buildup of grease
  • Clogs that continue to happen in your drains
  • Sludge in your lines
  • Main-line issues
  • Buildup in the sewer line
  • Restaurants with kitchen drains
  • Drains that are still dirty after removing a blockage
  • A line that continues to clog after cleaning

We also want to make sure your line is in good shape before deciding if hydro-jetting is right for you.

What Is Hydro-Jetting?

Hydro-jetting is when we use our high-pressure pump and hook it up to a hose and special nozzle.

We feed the hose into your line.

Then we shoot water through the nozzle.

The water travels through the line and allows us to cut through certain debris that may be stuck inside.

While travelling through your line, the water helps clear debris.

At Sureflow, we have hydro-jetting equipment that ranges from about 1,000 PSI to 5,000 PSI.

This doesn’t mean we jet every line at its highest PSI.

Your plumber will have to take into account what size line you have and the condition of your line to see what equipment we can use.

One Cause for Clogged Drains Is Grease

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One reason why drains will continue to clog is grease.

After pouring grease down your drain, it can be in a liquid state.

Once it cools down, it can stick to your pipe.

Allowing more grease and food to build up on your pipe.

Your pipe can become more restricted as grease builds up.

Causing your drain to slow down.

And eventually, it may become clogged.

Having your drains cleaned will allow a path for water to travel through, but it can leave grease on the side of your pipe.

This may be removed by using hydro-jetting on your line if applicable.

Hydro-Jetting Main Lines and Sewer Lines

Your main drain and sewer line carry waste away from many different fixtures.

If one of these lines becomes clogged, you may experience many of these issues:

  • Slow drains
  • Gurgling toilets
  • Backups in basement drains
  • Water rising in lower drains
  • Clogged sewer lines
  • Repeated drain clogging

If your drain is clogging due to built-up debris, we may recommend hydro-jetting.

We would need to see what is clogging your line and if the line is suitable for hydro-jetting.

Difference Between Hydro-Jetting and Snaking Your Drain

Snaking your drain and hydro-jetting can both unclog your drain.

Snaking your drain uses a cable with an attachment that can go through your line.

It can either break through the clog or cut/remove the clog.

Hydro-jetting uses high-pressure water to unclog your drain.

Not only can it make a path through your clog, but it can also help remove debris that may be on the walls of your pipe.

Depending on what is in your line, you may only need to snake your drain.

Or you may need to hydro-jet your line.

Why Is My Drain Always Clogged?

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If you continue to have your drain clogged, there could be something else going on.

Grease or other material may be stuck on the sides of your drain.

Something may be building up in that particular spot.

Tree roots could be invading your sewer line.

Your drain could have another issue.

That is why we don’t always hydro-jet a drain when it becomes clogged.

We may want to check what is going on with the line if it keeps becoming clogged.

Inspecting Your Sewer Line Before Hydro-Jetting

We may need to camera your sewer line before we decide to hydro-jet.

A sewer camera will allow us to see what’s going on inside your accessible drain or sewer line.

We can see:

  • Buildup
  • Tree roots
  • Broken pipe
  • Cracks
  • Collapsed pipe
  • Connections
  • Anything that may be obstructing your line

By knowing what is in your line, we can decide if we want to hydro-jet or not.

This may also come into play if your sewer line is old and you’re unsure of its condition.

Can You Hydro-Jet an Old Pipe?

It all depends on your pipe.

Just because your sewer line is old doesn’t mean we can’t hydro-jet it.

However, if your line is in very poor condition, we may have to use different methods.

Which is why we want to know the condition of your line.

If there is anything that leads us to believe your line is damaged, we may camera your line before deciding how we want to clear it.

Can Hydro-Jetting Clear Tree Roots Out of Your Sewer Line?

Tree roots can grow into your sewer line through a crack or defect in your pipe.

They can cause problems when they begin to grow through your sewer line, catching material and causing repeat clogs.

There are cases where we may use hydro-jetting on lines with root intrusion, but it’s not always the answer.

It all depends on how much the roots have grown and the condition of your sewer line.

A camera can be run to check for any signs of tree roots if needed.

If you have a broken sewer line, clearing the line will not fix the issue. You may need the line repaired or replaced.

Hydro-Jetting Kitchen Lines

Over time, kitchen lines can build up with many things such as:

  • Grease
  • Oil
  • Food
  • Soap

And so much more.

If a line has been getting clogged for a while, there is likely to be a lot of material inside of it.

We can clean out the line, but if basic drain cleaning isn’t doing the job, we can look into hydro-jetting.

Just remember that the line needs to be checked to see if this is necessary. Not all kitchen lines need to be hydro-jetted.

Commercial Hydro-Jetting Services in Barrie

Many commercial buildings put more strain on their drains than an average residential property would.

Restaurants are one example. Restaurants can put large amounts of grease, food and other material into their drainage systems.

There are many properties that could benefit from hydro-jetting their drains. Floor drains, washrooms, kitchen lines, main drains and sewer lines.

If you are experiencing issues with your drains not flowing properly, it could be causing your business to suffer.

Sureflow can help with your commercial hydro-jetting needs here in Barrie.

Restaurants can get heavy buildup in their drains.

There is usually a large amount of grease and food that ends up in the drain lines of a restaurant kitchen.

If your line becomes obstructed, your sink and/or floor drain may start to run slowly or back up.

Which can lead to even more issues when trying to operate your kitchen.

There are some instances where hydro-jetting can be helpful for restaurant drains.

Maintaining your drains can also help avoid blockages when you are open.

Hydro-Jetting for Residential Properties

Hydro-jetting can be helpful for residential drains as well if needed.

Such as:

  • Your main drain
  • Sewer line
  • Kitchen line
  • Drains in your basement

If you have had a drain issue and continue to have problems after it’s been cleared out, we may want to look into hydro-jetting.

We will want to figure out what’s causing the issue first.

Commercial Properties

There are many commercial properties where we can use hydro-jetting.

Some examples are:

  • Restaurants
  • Commercial buildings
  • Retail
  • Condos
  • Multi-unit buildings
  • Warehouses
  • Industrial properties
  • Property management locations

It all depends on your drain line and what is blocking it.

Will Hydro-Jetting Help Stop Clogs?

No drain-cleaning technique will ensure that your lines will never clog.

Once there is a large amount of debris in your line, it can contribute to future clogs.

It all depends on how fast your lines get dirty.

This can be determined by:

  • What is going down your drain
  • The condition of your pipes
  • How much traffic your drains receive
  • Whether you have roots going into your lines
  • Whether your lines are damaged
  • How fast grease builds up in your lines

You may have to maintain your lines more often if you have a high-traffic area.

When You Shouldn’t Use Hydro-Jetting

While hydro-jetting is great for cleaning certain drains, there are times when it may not be the right option.

It all depends on what your problem is.

For example:

  • A small clog that can be cleared with a drain snake
  • Broken pipes
  • A damaged line
  • A camera cannot pass through your line
  • Another plumbing problem that needs to be fixed

All of these may call for different types of equipment.

We always want to see what is going on with your line before we use any type of equipment.

What Do We Do Before Hydro-Jetting Your Drain?

If you call us about a drain that keeps getting clogged, we will want to know more information.

  • What drains are getting clogged?
  • How long has this been happening?
  • Have you had your line cleaned in the past?
  • Is it clogging over and over?
  • Have you had any sewage backup?
  • Do you have big trees around your sewer line?
  • Residential or commercial property?

Once we know all of this, we can determine if we need to inspect or clean your line before hydro-jetting.

Then we can decide how to best service your drain.

What Do We Do After Hydro-Jetting Your Drain?

After we have cleaned your line, we want to make sure your water is draining.

Sometimes we will inspect your line after we have hydro-jetted it.

To see if there is anything in your line that may cause another issue.

If your line has any damage or roots in it, we can let you know what you may need to do.

Emergency Drain Issues in Barrie

There are some drain issues that require immediate attention.

Whether your sewer is backing up in your basement, multiple drains are affected or you have wastewater on your property, you may need an emergency plumber.

Sureflow offers 24-hour emergency plumbing in Barrie.

Once you have a large sewer backup, you should avoid using more water on your property.

Adding more water to your clogged drain lines can cause more of a backup.

Hydro-Jetting in Barrie

There could be too much buildup if your drain or sewer line continues to back up.

Sureflow Plumbing & Drain provides hydro-jetting services in Barrie to homes and businesses that have clogged drain lines or sewers that require this type of service.

We will be able to evaluate your issue and let you know if we think you need hydro-jetting. Maybe it’s just drain cleaning or a sewer camera.

We want your line to be flowing correctly and help figure out why it was clogged.

Call us today for hydro-jetting in Barrie at 705-503-7996.

Frequently Asked Questions

What Is Hydro-Jetting?

Hydro-jetting allows us to clear certain materials from drains and sewer lines with the use of high-pressure water.

Why Would I Need Hydro-Jetting?

There may be too much buildup in your drain or sewer line to use traditional drain-cleaning methods alone. This could include buildup of grease, sludge and other material.

Is Hydro-Jetting Better Than Snaking?

It depends.

Snaking and hydro-jetting are both used to clean clogs and drain lines. If you have a small clog, you may be able to use a snake to fix it.

If there is heavy buildup inside the line, hydro-jetting may be considered.

How Many PSI Does Hydro-Jetting Use?

Our professional-grade water-jetting machines can range from approximately 1,000 to 5,000 PSI.

This will depend on your pipe and how much pressure is appropriate for the job.

Can I Use Hydro-Jetting to Clear Grease From My Drain?

Hydro-jetting can help remove grease buildup from certain drain or sewer lines when the pipe is suitable for this type of cleaning.

Will Hydro-Jetting Damage My Pipes?

It depends on the condition of your pipes.

We may recommend that you get a camera inspection done if your line is older or if we suspect any problems.

Do You Camera Before You Hydro-Jet?

Sometimes. We may recommend having your sewer line camera-inspected first.

This can help us understand what we are dealing with before deciding how to clean the line.

Do You Offer Commercial Hydro-Jetting in Barrie?

Yes. Sureflow provides commercial drain and hydro-jetting services in Barrie.

Do You Offer Emergency Drain Services in Barrie?

Yes. Sureflow offers 24-hour emergency plumbing services in Barrie.

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