The sewer system is one of the most important systems for your household. It is essential to your everyday needs. Imagine if you weren’t able to take a shower, use the dishwasher or the sinks. These appliances are all connected to the sewer line. So nobody wants clogged lines and the sewer to overflow. Especially because these sewer line issues can be really stubborn. Chemicals might seem like a simple solution, but there’s a catch! Harsh chemicals and acids can temporary resolve the problem, but may damage the pipes and lead to a bigger one. Don’t do it yourself! If the sewer line gives you a headache, the experienced and skilled professionals at Plumbing Plus can help you with sewer line repairs or replacement and any plumbing San Diego issue.

Inspection

The first step the professional you called should take is to locate the problem. Sewer camera inspection allows the plumber to accurately and efficiently diagnose the issue without the risk of damaging the pipes. After the technician determines that the clog is causing the problem, there are two ways to deal with it.

Plumbing snakes

Plumbing snakes or plumbing augers are a traditional and most common method of dealing with clogs. Snakes consist of a metal tube with a cable inside with blades or corkscrew auger at one end and a motorized crank or a hand at the other. J-shaped plumbing snakes are intended for toilets, while the ones with a straight tube are used for sink drains.

Hydro jetting

Hydro-jetting is a fairly new technique used to clear out the debris and eliminate intrusive processes when it’s not recommended to use the plumbing snake. The hydro jetter machine contains a high-pressure hose with a nozzle and a water tank, as well as the machine which pressurizes the water. It pumps up to 4,000 psi of water through the pipes. What a powerful stream to clear the sewer line!

The difference

The plumbing snake is ideal for minor clogs. It breaks up debris, but can’t break through the material, so it may prove to be just a temporary solution. Hydro jetting is used for more complex problems and for larger amounts of blockage. It cleans the mineral and grease build-up on pipe walls as well. By smoothing out the blisters and eliminating the ledges inside, there is a smaller chance that waste gets trapped. As the pipes age and weaken over time, this way you are also extending the life of your pipes.

Consult your local plumbing San Diego professionals

Prevention is a key to keeping your sewer line in good shape. Contact our team of leading plumbing experts and technicians to set up an effective and budget-friendly maintenance program to keep your sewer system flow trouble free. We also provide hydro jetting, as an effective way to clean your sewer line. If you have doubts or issues about the sewer line, Plumbing Plus is there to help you maintain a healthy and functional sewer and plumbing system.