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When you’re tired of the same drain backing up every few months, there’s a reason. Snaking pokes holes through clogs but leaves the real problem stuck to your pipe walls.
Sewer jetting uses high-pressure water—up to 4,000 PSI—to scour away everything: grease, roots, sand, and the cement-like sludge that builds up over years. Your pipes get cleaned completely, not just temporarily cleared.
The difference shows up in how long your drains actually work. Instead of calling for service every season, you get months or even years of clear flow.
We’ve been fixing drain problems in Laurel and across Suffolk County for over 25 years. That means we know exactly what tree roots do to your sewer lines here, how coastal sand infiltration creates problems other areas don’t face, and which solutions actually work long-term.
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First, we inspect your line with a video camera to see what we’re dealing with—roots, grease, or something else. No guessing, no assumptions.
Next comes the actual jetting. We insert a specialized nozzle that shoots high-pressure water in multiple directions, scouring every inch of pipe interior. The water pressure cuts through tree roots, dissolves grease buildup, and flushes out years of accumulated debris.
Everything gets flushed downstream to the main sewer system. Your pipes are left clean and flowing freely. The whole process typically takes 1-3 hours depending on your line’s condition and length.
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Laurel’s location in Suffolk County creates specific challenges for your sewer lines. Coastal sand infiltration combines with aggressive tree root growth, especially in late summer when trees are actively seeking water sources.
Your sewer line becomes a target. Roots can travel over 20 feet underground, following moisture trails that lead directly to small cracks in your pipes. Once inside, they form dense mats that catch toilet paper, grease, and other waste.
Sand settles in low spots and pipe joints, creating cement-like sludge over time. This reduces your pipe’s effective diameter and sets up perfect conditions for major blockages. Regular hydro jetting addresses both problems before they turn into basement-flooding emergencies.
Snaking breaks through clogs but leaves most of the buildup stuck to your pipe walls. It’s like poking a hole through a clogged artery—flow improves temporarily, but the underlying problem remains.
Sewer jetting completely cleans your pipes. High-pressure water scours away grease, roots, sand, and debris coating the interior walls. Instead of just creating a path through the blockage, jetting removes the cause of recurring clogs.
That’s why snaked drains often clog again within months, while jetted lines can stay clear for years. The upfront cost is higher, but you avoid the cycle of repeated service calls.
Professional sewer jetting is safe for most pipe materials when done correctly. We always start with video inspection to assess your pipe’s condition before choosing water pressure levels.
Modern jetting equipment allows precise pressure control. For older cast iron or clay pipes, we use lower pressure settings that effectively clean without causing damage. PVC and newer materials can handle higher pressures for more aggressive cleaning.
If your pipes are severely deteriorated or have existing cracks, we’ll recommend alternative cleaning methods or repairs first. The video inspection shows us exactly what your pipes can handle safely.
Most residential properties benefit from sewer jetting every 1-3 years, depending on usage and local conditions. Suffolk County’s tree-heavy environment and coastal sand infiltration often require more frequent service than other areas.
Properties with large trees nearby, frequent entertaining, or older sewer lines may need annual jetting. Commercial properties, especially restaurants dealing with grease buildup, often require service every 3-6 months.
The best indicator is your drain performance. If you’re calling for drain cleaning more than once a year, or if multiple drains back up simultaneously, it’s time for thorough jetting rather than repeated snaking.
Yes, high-pressure water jetting effectively cuts through and removes tree roots from sewer lines. The pressurized water stream can handle roots up to several inches in diameter, breaking them apart and flushing the debris downstream.
However, jetting doesn’t prevent roots from growing back. Tree roots follow moisture and will return to the same spots where they previously entered your pipes. For severe root problems, we may recommend mechanical root cutting or pipe repairs to seal entry points.
Regular preventive jetting—typically annually for properties with heavy tree coverage—keeps root intrusion manageable and prevents the dense mats that cause major blockages and pipe damage.
Multiple drains backing up simultaneously is the clearest sign you need jetting, not snaking. When your kitchen sink, bathroom drains, and laundry all act up together, the problem is in your main sewer line.
Recurring clogs in the same drain every few months also indicate buildup that snaking can’t address. If you’re calling for drain service repeatedly, there’s coating on your pipe walls that needs thorough cleaning.
Slow drainage throughout your house, gurgling sounds from multiple fixtures, or sewage odors coming from drains all point to main line problems that require the complete cleaning power of hydro jetting.
Sewer jetting typically costs $300-600 for residential service, depending on your line’s length, condition, and accessibility. While more expensive than snaking upfront, jetting often provides years of clear drainage versus months.
The investment makes sense when you factor in avoided repeat service calls, prevented water damage, and extended pipe life. Many customers find that annual jetting costs less than multiple snaking calls plus the hassle of recurring problems.
We provide upfront pricing after video inspection shows exactly what your line needs. No surprise charges, no pressure to upgrade services you don’t need. Military, first responder, and senior discounts are available.
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