|
What is Hydro Jetting?
Hydro Jetting is the process of scouring sewer lines with the use of
high-pressure water. This is the latest form of drain cleaning, which works
to remove most roots, scale, sludge, grease, and build-up in sewer piping.
The goal when hydro jetting a sewer line is to flush all build-up from
the customer's lateral main and send it into the city sewer.
How Does Hydro Jetting Work?
Hydro jetting is usually performed through an access into the main
sewer line, most commonly through a clean-out or manhole. A hydro
jetter consists of a trailer-mounted machine which has a large water
tank, a diesel motor, and -- most importantly -- a high-pressure pump.
The pump is attached to a hose that is capable of withstanding a very
high burst of pressure. At the end of this hose is a special nozzle which
restores the diameter of the pipe by removing debris.
What is the difference between snaking (cabling) my pipe and
Hydro Jetting my pipe?
Cabling a sewer line is an older form of drain cleaning. It uses an electric
motor that turns a steel cable with a cutter blade on the end. Hydro jetting has
the capability of running very long distances (up to 500 feet) while cleaning the
entire diameter of the pipe. Hydro jetting also uses anywhere from 12 to 18 gallons
of water per minute, and up to 4000 psi! This allows us to properly flush all
debris from the pipe. Cabling and hydro jetting are both used as sewer cleaners
in our industry. However, hydro jetting is the most efficient way to insure the
removal of all debris.
|
The "Warthog" Nozzle: This little beauty rotates while cutting with
its high-pressure, forward-facing jet, while two backward-facing jets propel
it deeper into the pipe.
Hydro jetting made this possible: a massive root which
we cut out of a sewer line at a homeowners' association.
|
AMERICAN JETTING SERVICES, Inc.®
Lic: C36-845651
Frequently Asked Questions
