Options for Clearing Blocked Pipes

Blocked drains and pipes are a massive inconvenience. If you’re searching for a solution that will clear your drains without damaging your pipes, we suggest the power of good old H₂0.

Jet rodding is a powerful and efficient way to clear clogged pipes. It is ideal for tackling a wide variety of clogging situations, from heavy blockages to tree roots. Common clogging culprits include grease, hair, and soap scum. The nozzle of the jet rodder is available in a wide variety of sizes, which allows it to work efficiently even in small pipes. The nozzle also features several small jets on its front and side to reach confined spaces.

What Is Hydro Jetting?

Hydro jetting is a great solution for clearing clogged drains. This procedure can help you get rid of tree roots that have clogged your pipes, remove grease, hair, and other obstructions from pipes and sewers, and prevent sewer line backups in the future. It is also an effective method for clearing multiple drains that back up at once.

Clogged drains can affect the quality of your water supply and harm your home’s plumbing system. If you have a clogged drain, hydro jetting is one of the best ways to remove the blockage without causing damage to your property. Tree roots are natural and will make their way into sewer lines. Hydro jetting can safely remove these roots while restoring the diameter of the drain.

Hydro jetting uses highly pressurised water to clear your pipes and drains. This type of cleaning is a safer and more efficient option for drain cleaning than using conventional methods. Traditional methods such as plungers and drain snakes can cause more damage. For example, if you jam a drain snake down a weakened pipe, it can cause a rupture. Hydro jetting uses a pulsed flow of water that targets the clog while avoiding other areas. Hydro jetting is also a great preventative maintenance option, as it can help prevent serious plumbing emergencies.

The most important benefit of hydro jetting for drain clearing is the fact that it is environmentally friendly. The high-pressure water used in the process of cleaning your drains doesn’t contain any harmful chemicals. The chemicals used in drain cleaning can harm your pipes and the environment.

What is Power Rodding?

A power rodding system can remove a large clog in a short amount of time. A thin metal cable is threaded into the drain system, around bends, and through the blockage. An electric motor drives the cable, which spins a sharp cleaning head. The high-speed cleaning action cuts off tree roots, sludge, and other debris that is blocking the drain.

The process is more effective than traditional drain snake machines. These snakes are difficult to navigate inside the piping system, and power rodding systems have flexible cables and cleaning heads that make them easier to manoeuvre in tight spaces. This makes them the best choice for complex and clogged drains.

Power rodding equipment comes in a wide range of sizes and configurations. It is also equipped with different cutting heads and augers. A special type is designed for cleaning greasy drains and has blades that cut fat build up and grease without damaging the pipe. Power rodding is an effective solution for drain clogs and a breakthrough for clearing clogged pipes.

Can I Use a Drain Snake to Clear Large Blockages?

Drain snakes, also known as electrical eels, are an easy way to clear minor clogs in drains. They are typically used to clear minor clogs that cannot be removed with the plunger alone. They are versatile tools with a self-feeding cable and are easy to handle. They are very inexpensive and can be purchased at home improvement stores. While drain snakes have their advantages, hydro jetting is a better choice for removing clogs in larger pipes. Hydro jetting also helps avoid damaging the pipe’s structural integrity. Drain snakes can clear clogs but are not an effective solution for extremely stubborn obstructions.

How Can We Help?

We offer several solutions for clearing drains of stubborn or large blockages. Get in touch to find out how we can get your water flowing again!

To learn more about our jet rodding services, please have a look here.

At Provac, we provide service to Brisbane, Logan, the Gold Coast, and other parts of South East Queensland. To get in touch or request a quote, please contact us here, or call us on 1300 734 772.