Every facility runs into a clogged or slow draining pipe once in a while as it is not uncommon for other items besides water to go down the drain. These items, including food, hair, or grease, build up over time, ultimately causing clogs. The clog has the possibility of backing up the sewer lines. By being proactive and watching out for indications of needing your pipes cleaned or setting up a preventative hydro-jetting schedule, you protect yourself against disaster.
What is it?
A hose, nozzle, pump, and motor or engine make up a hydro-jetting system.
Utilizing a specialized nozzle water is pushed through your establishment’s pipes at a high PSI or pounds per square inch. PSI ranges from 2,000 to 4,000 PSI depending upon the system used and your pipes. The hose shoots water all around to quickly and efficiently blast through clogs. Hydro-jetting will completely clean out your pipe of any debris. In most cases, a video inspection is completed before hydro-jetting to see if there are any issues.
Some benefits include:
- Non-invasive plumbing solution
- Flushes all sediment from your pipes
- Environmentally friendly – No harsh chemicals needed. Only water used.
- Clears your entire drain line instead of a small section or creating a hole as rooter services would
As with any system, you have a few drawbacks which include water consumption. If used for a long period of time, it can result in high water consumption since it only uses water. By using a professional, they will be able to monitor the situation before it gets out of hand.
Indications You Need to Hydro-Jet.
With almost everything else, there are warning signs that you will tell you to invest in hydro-jetting. By learning these signs, you can save yourself from costly plumbing repairs and disasters. If you begin to see any of the following signs, we strongly urge you to contact your maintenance company or a plumber.
Warning Signs:
- Water is going down the drain slower than normal
- Standing water
- Odd noises – gurgling or a hissing noise
- Your drain smells foul
Who to Contact About Hydro-Jetting?
While you may be able to power wash your facility yourself, it is best to have a professional come to hydro-jet your pipes. They have the training and skillset to properly evaluate your pipes to determine the proper PSI and maintain water levels.
SLM Facility Solutions recommends hydro-jetting your pipes annually. By adding this to your preventative maintenance schedule you will assist in keeping your lines clear and water moving swiftly. Contact us today to set up a preventative maintenance schedule or for a one time service for your facility.
