7 Signs You Need Hydro Jetting (Not Just Snaking)

Snaking and hydro jetting are not the same job. Snaking punches a hole through a clog so water flows again. Hydro jetting blasts the pipe wall with 3,000+ PSI and restores the line to nearly new diameter. Here's how to tell which one you actually need.

• The same drain clogs again within weeks of a snake
• Your kitchen line backs up after every big cooking session
• You smell sewer gas with no obvious source
• You own a restaurant or commercial kitchen with grease lines
• Your sewer line is clay or older cast iron with root history
• You hear gurgling from multiple drains at once
• A camera inspection shows heavy scale, grease, or root nests

Why hydro jetting lasts longer

When we cable a kitchen line, you typically get a few weeks. When we jet it properly, you get years. The reason is simple — we're removing the buildup, not making a pinhole through it.

Is it safe for older pipes?

Yes, when done by a trained operator. We always camera the line first to confirm the pipe material and condition, then size the nozzle and pressure appropriately. We don't jet pipes that are already collapsed or critically damaged — those need repair.