Key takeaways
- Snakes break or retrieve a blockage
- Jetting cleans the entire pipe wall
- Grease and scale respond to jetting
- Fragile or collapsed pipe should be camera-checked first
How snaking works
A rotating cable cuts into a blockage and either breaks it up or hooks it. It is fast and effective for a single obstruction.
How jetting works
High-pressure water from a special nozzle scours the pipe wall, removing grease, scale and roots, and flushes it all away.
When to snake
A fresh clog from hair, paper or a foreign object, or a quick fix in a small line.
When to jet
Repeat clogs, heavy grease, scale, root masses and preparation for lining.
A smart sequence
Often we open the line with a cable, then jet it clean, then camera it. That gives the best result and shows why it clogged.
Quick answers
Is jetting harder on pipes?
On sound pipe it is safe. We check condition first.
Can I jet myself?
Consumer pressure washers with drain hoses are far weaker and can be risky. Professional equipment is built for it.
Want a professional opinion on your property?
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