Commercial High Pressure Drain Jetting

A common question posed by clients. Our drainage experts at Plumbers 365 suggest clients to think of it as a precision power wash for the inside of your drainage pipes. It's far more powerful and effective than drain rods or chemical cleaners.

The process: A highly pressurised stream of water is fed into the drain via a specialised hose and nozzle. The nozzle directs jets of water backwards to propel the hose forward, while a powerful forward-facing jet blasts through any obstruction. This process not only smashes through blockages like grease, fat, scale, and debris, but it also scours the entire pipe wall, removing built-up residue and restoring the drain to its full capacity.

Drainage experts like those at Plumbers 365 consider the use of High pressure drain jetting because of its powerful streams of water which, at pressures up to 3000 bar, can break down and flush out even the most persistent blockages, including grease, fat, scale, silt, and tree roots.

Drainage experts at Plumbers 365 have often seen that by cleaning the entire pipe length, it eliminates hidden debris that can trigger future blockages, thus improving flow and preventing backups. As part of regular maintenance, jetting helps keep drains clear and operational for much longer compared to traditional methods or chemical treatments as often seen by Plumbers 365 experts.

This is an excellent question, and the right answer depends entirely on your business type as often suggested by drainage experts at Plumbers 365. A proactive approach is always more cost-effective than an emergency call-out.

• For Restaurants, Pubs & Food Service: High-risk due to Fats, Oils, and Grease (FOG). Plumbers 365 drainage experts recommend a preventative jetting plan every 3-6 months to prevent catastrophic blockages and ensure compliance with water authority regulations.
• For Office Buildings & Retail: Lower risk, but high usage can lead to build-up of wet wipes and scale. A scheduled annual jetting is a smart investment to prevent unexpected problems.
• For Industrial Sites & Factories: This depends on the industrial effluents. We can create a bespoke maintenance plan based on what is being discharged into your drains.

A common query/apprehension from our clients about high pressure drain jetting but our drainage experts often answer this query stating that Jetting is safe for most pipe materials (PVC, cast iron, clay, and composite) as long as the pipes are structurally sound and not already damaged.

Before jetting, our technicians assess pipe condition and choose pressure settings and nozzle types for effectiveness without causing damage. For older or fragile systems, alternatives or lower pressure may be recommended. For older buildings it is a valid and important concern. In untrained hands, high-pressure water can cause damage. However, for a professional company like Plumbers 365, safety and precision are built into our process.

• Trained Engineers: Our engineers are highly trained to assess the condition of your pipes.
• Pressure Regulation: Our state-of-the-art jetting units allow us to control the water pressure precisely. We use the minimum pressure required to do the job effectively, protecting your pipework.
• CCTV Pre-Inspection: For fragile or older systems, we often recommend a quick CCTV drain survey first. This allows us to identify any existing weaknesses or cracks and tailor the jetting pressure accordingly, ensuring we solve the problem without creating another.

When performed by qualified experts, drain jetting is the safest and most effective method for maintaining commercial drains.

Yes, but it requires the right equipment and expertise as often advised by drainage experts at Plumbers 365 who suggest the following.

• For Grease, Fat, and Silt: High-pressure jetting is exceptionally effective. It acts like a surgical knife, cutting through hardened FOG (Fats, Oils, and Grease) and flushing it out of the system. For restaurants and food processing plants, it's the industry-standard solution.
• For Concrete, Grout, and Hard Scale: Standard water jetting won't work here. This requires specialised equipment. Our advanced jetting units can be fitted with milling or cutting heads. These are powerful, rotating tools powered by the water jet that can grind away set concrete, grout, and even stubborn tree roots from inside the pipe. It's a highly technical process that should only be performed by experienced engineers to avoid damaging the pipe itself.

Disruption is minimal as often promised and ensured by drainage experts at Plumbers 365. As jetting uses existing access points (manholes, drains), there’s no need for digging or excavation as often explained by drainage experts at Plumbers 365. Work is typically completed within an hour or two, and our teams can schedule jobs for after hours or weekends to avoid interfering with business. 

Absolutely. Drainage experts at Plumbers 365 often suggest high pressure jetting because jetting uses only pressurised water, with no hazardous substances, making it one of the safest and most eco-friendly drain cleaning methods. It complies with UK wastewater regulations and leaves no chemical residue in your pipes or local water supply. At Plumbers 365 our experts understand peoples’ concerns about the effect on the environment, therefore we ensure that we not only cause minimal disruption on site, but also minimal damage to the environment.