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Hydro Jetting Services in British Columbia
Heavy buildup can reduce the usable space inside a drain or sewer line. Hydro jetting uses high-pressure water to clean the inside of suitable piping and remove accumulated grease, sludge and other debris.
THE CLEANING DIFFERENCE
Restricted
BUILDUP
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Cleaned
IMPROVED FLOW PATH
The objective is not simply to create a small opening through a restriction, but to clean accumulated material from the pipe where hydro jetting is appropriate.
WHAT IS HYDRO JETTING?
High-pressure water used inside the drainage line.
Hydro jetting is a drain and sewer cleaning method that sends high-pressure water through a specialized hose and nozzle inside the pipe. The water jets help break apart and flush away material that has accumulated within the line.
It can be useful for certain recurring or heavy buildup problems, but it is not automatically the right method for every pipe. The condition, accessibility and nature of the drainage problem should be considered before hydro jetting is used.
INSIDE THE PIPE
The nozzle does more than spray water forward.
Specialized hydro jetting nozzles direct water through multiple openings. Depending on the nozzle design, water jets can help move the hose through the line while attacking deposits along the pipe.
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High-Pressure Water
Water energy is directed into accumulated material.
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Pipe-Wall Cleaning
Jets can work against buildup attached to the inside surface.
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Debris Movement
Loosened material is carried through the drainage line.
WHAT CAN BUILD UP INSIDE A DRAIN?
A pipe can stay open while becoming progressively more restricted.
Drainage problems are not always caused by one solid object. Material can accumulate gradually along the inside of the pipe, reducing the space available for wastewater to move.
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KITCHEN LINES
Grease & Fat
Grease and cooking residue can adhere to drainage piping and collect additional debris over time.
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DRAIN LINES
Sludge & Residue
Organic residue, soap and other material can gradually narrow the effective interior of a drain.
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DEBRIS
Accumulated Material
Loose and compacted debris may contribute to slow drainage and recurring restrictions.
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RECURRING ISSUES
Residual Buildup
If only part of a restriction is removed, remaining deposits may contribute to another drainage problem later.
CLEARING VS CLEANING
Opening a blockage and cleaning a pipe are not always the same job.
RESTORE A PATH
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Drain Clearing
A drain service may remove or break through a localized obstruction so wastewater can move through the line again.
CLEAN THE LINE
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Hydro Jetting
Where appropriate, hydro jetting can work across more of the interior pipe surface to remove accumulated material and flush it through the drainage system.
WHEN HYDRO JETTING MAY HELP
Look at the pattern, not only the latest clog.
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Recurring Drain Problems
The same drainage line repeatedly slows or becomes restricted after previous service.
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Heavy Interior Buildup
Grease, sludge or other deposits may be reducing the usable diameter of the pipe.
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Longer Drain or Sewer Lines
Cleaning may need to extend farther through an accessible drainage line rather than focusing only near one fixture.
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Commercial Drainage
Some commercial drainage systems can accumulate substantial grease or organic material because of frequent use.
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RIGHT TOOL. RIGHT PIPE.
Hydro jetting isn’t automatically the answer to every clogged drain.
Before using high-pressure cleaning, it can be important to understand what is causing the drainage problem and whether the piping is suitable for the method.
When the cause or condition of a line is uncertain, inspection may be appropriate before deciding how the drain should be cleaned.
Drain Camera Inspection →
DIAGNOSE → CLEAN → VERIFY
Sometimes the best drain cleaning starts with seeing the problem.
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INSPECT
Drain Camera Inspection
Investigate accessible drainage piping when the cause, condition or location of a recurring problem needs clarification.
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CLEAN
Hydro Jetting
Use high-pressure water cleaning where the method is appropriate for the pipe and drainage condition.
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INVESTIGATE
Sewer Camera InspectionInvestigate accessible sewer piping where symptoms indicate a deeper sewer-line problem.
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THE SERVICE PROCESS
Hydro jetting begins before the water pressure does.
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ASSESS
Understand the Problem
Review the drainage symptoms, affected fixtures and history of recurring restrictions.
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ACCESS
Reach the Drain Line
Identify an appropriate access point for the drainage line being serviced.
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JET
Clean the Pipe
High-pressure water is used to remove and flush accumulated material where conditions are suitable.
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CHECK
Verify Drainage
Flow is checked after cleaning and additional investigation may be recommended if symptoms remain.
WHERE HYDRO JETTING IS USED
Drainage systems face different kinds of buildup.
RESIDENTIAL
Homes & Residential Properties
Hydro jetting may be considered for suitable residential drain or sewer lines affected by recurring restrictions or substantial interior buildup.
COMMERCIAL
Commercial Drainage Systems
Higher-use drainage systems can develop significant grease, organic residue and other buildup that may require more comprehensive cleaning.
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HYDRO JETTING FAQ
Common hydro jetting questions
What is hydro jetting?
Hydro jetting is a drain and sewer cleaning method that uses high-pressure water delivered through a specialized hose and nozzle to remove accumulated material from suitable piping.
What can hydro jetting remove?
Depending on the drainage system and conditions, hydro jetting can help remove grease, sludge, organic residue and other accumulated material from inside a pipe.
Is hydro jetting the same as regular drain cleaning?
Hydro jetting is one method of drain cleaning. Different drainage problems can require different equipment and techniques, so the appropriate method depends on the condition and cause of the restriction.
Can hydro jetting help with recurring clogs?
It may help when recurring restrictions are related to substantial buildup inside suitable piping. If the problem repeatedly returns, identifying the underlying cause is also important.
Should a camera inspection be done before hydro jetting?
Not every job requires the same diagnostic process. A drain camera inspection may be useful when the condition of the line, location of the problem or cause of recurring drainage issues needs further investigation.
Can hydro jetting be used on every pipe?
No cleaning method should automatically be assumed suitable for every drainage system. Pipe condition, material, accessibility and the nature of the problem should be considered before selecting a cleaning method.
HYDRO JETTING SERVICE
When buildup keeps coming back, clean deeper.
Proflow provides hydro jetting and professional drainage services across British Columbia for suitable residential and commercial drain and sewer systems.
