When your drain lines are clogged, you may notice commodes and drains flush slowly or water backs up into the tub when you flush the toilet. You might even notice an odor of sewage. When this occurs, consider sewer jetting. If you are unfamiliar with this procedure, below is an introduction to what it is and why it is important.

What Is Sewer Jetting?

Sewer jetting (also called hydro jetting) is a process plumbers utilize to remove drain line clogs. Because the sewer line is connected to every plumbing fixture in your home, a blockage there could prove extremely inconvenient.

To clear it, the plumber inserts a jetting nozzle into the sewer line and forces high-pressure jets of water into the pipe. The rapid stream breaks up clogs and clears gunk from the inside walls of the plumbing pipe. It is ecologically friendly because it does not use harsh chemicals that could enter the groundwater. Instead, only water is used. Performed correctly, it will not damage pipes.

Why Is Sewer Jetting Important?

All manner of waste enters the sewer line, from bodily waste flushed from toilets to food particles and hair washed down kitchen and bathroom sinks. Because of this, this drain pipe is especially prone to clogs. Hair, grease, waste, and food particles all co-mingle and accumulate on the inner pipe walls.

Over time, the drain line narrows and eventually clogs entirely. This could result in catastrophic sewage overflow into your home. However, to avoid the inconvenience of slow drains and sewage backups, you should have sewer jetting performed occasionally even before a clog arises. Clean pipes make for fast drains, so schedule the procedure every 18 to 24 months.

If you need reliable sewer jetting, contact Keith McDonald Plumbing, with locations in Georgia’s Sandersville, Dublin, and Milledgeville. This fully licensed and family-owned plumber has served Washington County since 2002. They specialize in clogged drains, irrigation installation, sewer camera inspection, septic tank pumping, and septic system installation. Find out about valuable, money-saving offers on their website or call (478) 552-8259 to schedule sewer jetting.