Your plumbing is an elaborate system that
performs many tasks necessary for you and your home from supplying you and your
family with water for bathing and chores to removing waste out of and away from
the house.
Of course, the movement of water and waste
requires drains, which can become clogged with dirt, debris, grease, and other
waste over time. Hydrojetting is a service that cleans not only your drains but
also your underlying pipes effectively and efficiently.
Even though hydrojetting is becoming more
popular, most homeowners are not familiar with the hydrojetting process and the
benefits it offers. This post and your plumber's assistance will help you
understand hydrojetting and how it can benefit your home and your health.
Hydrojetting Basics
After inspecting the drains and pipes for
leaks and other damage, your plumber will connect a long hose to a tank of
water. A high-pressurized flow of water is then sent from the tank through the
hose and into your drains and pipes.
The amount of water and pressure used will
depend on a few factors including the quality of your pipes and the extent of
debris or clogs in your drains and plumbing lines. Typically up to 5,000 PSI, or pounds per square inch, of water pressure
and up to 20 gallons of water may be used.
Home Benefits
The pressurized water scours the pipes,
removing dirt, food residue, grease, and other debris that may be clogging or
increasing your risk of clogs. Hydrojetting helps you protect your plumbing and
septic system from costly water leaks, water damage in and under your home, and
a backed-up septic system.
Hydrojetting is also a safer alternative to
using plungers and plumbing snakes improperly. In some instances, these
clog-removal tools can actually push the waste or debris deeper into your
drains and plumbing lines. The deeper the clogs, the more problematic they can
be.
Also, plungers and plumbing augers may remove
clogs, but they are not effective for removing residue inside your drains and pipes.
Therefore, while they may release the clogs, these tools will not help prevent
clogs in the future.
Health Benefits
Hydrojetting to remove clogs and clear drains
and pipes can benefit your family's health, as well.
If you are like most homeowners, you may use
liquid drain cleaners to remove debris and release clogs from your drains and
plumbing lines. While somewhat effective, drain cleaners contain chemicals that
are harmful to your health.
Sulfuric acid or sodium hydroxide are common
chemicals found in most drain cleaners. Not only can these chemicals burn your
skin and eyes, but excessive exposure can lead to respiratory problems. In
addition, these chemicals can actually corrode your pipes, causing more harm
than good.
Drain clogs can cause leaks and water damage.
By preventing these leaks, you protect your home from standing water and
potential mold growth. Since mold is responsible for allergies, asthma, and
skin and eye irritation, you should clean your drains and preventing water
leaks to protect your health and wellness.
Chronic clogs are also known to cause issues
with the septic system. A backed-up septic system can also cause water damage
and mold growth, but it will also leak hazardous sewage in and around your
home. Raw sewage may contain a variety of dangers including E.
coli,
salmonella, and cholera. In addition, sewage gas contains
hydrogen sulfide and methane, which are both toxic.
Hydrojetting is a great
investment for your plumbing system, home, and family's health. For more
information, contact
Equisure Drain Cleaning today. We can
inspect your drains and perform hydrojetting regularly to keep your pipes
working properly.
