Hydro Jetting vs Drain Snaking: Which Do You Need?

Both tools clear drains, but they work in different ways. Here is how to choose.

What is drain snaking? A drain snake is a long, flexible cable. It breaks up or pulls out a clog. It works well for a single block, like hair or a small item.

What is hydro jetting? Hydro jetting sends water at high pressure through a hose. It blasts grease, scale, sludge and small roots off the pipe walls. The pipe is cleaned all the way around.

Which one is better? - Snaking fits simple, new clogs - Jetting fits heavy buildup and clogs that return - Jetting helps in kitchens with lots of grease and in homes with hard water scale

Is jetting safe? It is safe for most pipes in good shape. We use a sewer camera first. If a pipe is cracked, we fix it before we jet.

Our approach We start with a quick test and a camera look when needed. Then we pick the right tool. Learn more about hydro jetting and drain cleaning. If the camera shows damage, see sewer line repair.