The Difference Between a Temporary Fix and a Real Fix
Standard drain snaking pokes a hole through a clog but leaves the underlying buildup on pipe walls intact. That buildup — grease, scale, mineral deposits, root fragments — immediately starts catching debris and the clog reforms. It is why many homeowners and businesses call for drain cleaning every few months without ever solving the problem.
Hydro jetting uses water at 4,000+ PSI delivered through a specialized nozzle that sprays forward and backward simultaneously — scouring the entire 360° pipe interior from wall to wall. The result is a pipe that flows like new and stays clean significantly longer. Restaurants, municipalities, and property managers have relied on it for years. It is the right solution for any situation where snaking has not delivered lasting results.
4,000+ PSI — 360° Pipe Scour
Forward-cutting jets blast through obstructions while rear-facing jets propel the nozzle forward and flush debris downstream. The entire pipe interior is cleaned, not just a channel through the middle.
Root Intrusion Removal
High-pressure water cuts through tree root masses that have grown into sewer lines — without chemicals that can damage pipe or harm soil. Especially relevant in older northwest suburb neighborhoods with mature trees.
Restores Full Pipe Flow Capacity
Years of grease buildup, soap scum, and mineral scale narrow a pipe's effective diameter. Hydro jetting removes it completely — restoring flow the way no snake can.
Results Last Significantly Longer
Because the entire pipe wall is cleaned rather than just punctured, results hold far longer than standard snaking. Commercial kitchens and restaurants typically schedule hydro jetting on a preventive maintenance cycle.
Hydro Jetting — Flat Rate Pricing
Kitchen / Grease Lines
Restaurant and residential grease line scour — quoted upfront
Main Residential Sewer Line
Full main line hydro jet from cleanout to street
Commercial / Multi-Unit Building
Custom pricing based on pipe length and configuration
Camera Inspection Before & After
Included — so you see the pipe condition before and confirm results after
Hydro Jetting vs. Standard Drain Snaking
Both methods have their place. Snaking is the right call for a straightforward one-time clog. Hydro jetting is the right call for recurring clogs, commercial lines, grease buildup, and preventive maintenance.
Standard Snake / Auger
- ✅ Right for simple, one-time clogs
- ✅ Lower cost for basic blockages
- ✅ Quick for accessible fixture clogs
- ⚠️ Pokes a hole through the clog — does not remove buildup
- ⚠️ Leaves grease and scale on pipe walls
- ⚠️ Clogs often reform quickly in pipes with heavy buildup
Hydro Jetting
- ✅ Completely scours pipe interior — 360° clean
- ✅ Removes grease, scale, roots, mineral buildup
- ✅ Restores pipe to full flow capacity
- ✅ Results last significantly longer than snaking
- ✅ Best for recurring clogs, commercial lines, preventive maintenance
- ✅ Camera inspection included to confirm results
When Hydro Jetting Is the Right Call
Restaurants & Commercial Kitchens
Grease accumulation in commercial kitchen drain lines is rapid and severe. Standard snaking offers temporary relief at best. Hydro jetting is the standard professional approach for restaurant grease lines — removing years of accumulated grease in a single service.
Apartment Buildings & Multi-Unit Properties
Shared drain lines in multi-unit buildings accumulate buildup quickly from multiple tenants. Hydro jetting the main stack and horizontal runs is far more effective than repeated individual drain cleanings.
Homes With Recurring Main Line Clogs
If your main sewer line has been snaked more than once in two years, the problem is not the clog — it is accumulated buildup or root intrusion that cleaning alone cannot fully address. Hydro jetting solves it.
Properties With Root Intrusion History
If camera inspection has identified root growth in your sewer line, hydro jetting removes the roots before pipe lining — or provides a thorough annual maintenance service to keep the line flowing between repairs.
Older Homes With Cast Iron Drains
Cast iron pipes common in pre-1970s Des Plaines homes develop interior scale buildup over decades. Hydro jetting can clear this buildup and restore flow without replacing the pipe — when pipe condition permits.
Pre-Lining Pipe Preparation
Before installing trenchless pipe lining, the pipe interior must be thoroughly cleaned. Hydro jetting is the required preparation step — ensuring the new liner bonds cleanly to a fully scoured pipe surface.
Our Hydro Jetting Process
Camera Inspection First
We run a camera through the line before jetting to assess pipe condition, confirm the pipe can safely handle high pressure, and document the before state. We do not jet pipes that are too deteriorated to withstand pressure.
Flat-Rate Quote
Based on pipe length, access conditions, and buildup level, we quote a flat rate before starting. No hourly surprises — you know the full price and approve it before work begins.
High-Pressure Jetting
We insert the jetting hose through the cleanout and work the nozzle through the pipe. Forward jets cut through obstructions; rear jets propel the hose and flush debris toward the sewer main.
Post-Jet Camera Verification
After jetting, we run the camera again to confirm the pipe walls are clean and flow is fully restored. You see before and after footage confirming the results.
Stop the Cycle of Recurring Clogs.
Hydro jetting delivers lasting results that snaking cannot. Call for a free assessment of whether hydro jetting is right for your situation.