Drain Jetting: What is it and how does it work?

Dealing with a blocked drain can be a homeowner’s or business owners’ worst nightmare. The foul odours, slow drainage and potential for flooding can cause significant disruption, stress and even damage. This is where drain jetting comes into play; drain jetting is a powerful technique that uses water at an extremely high pressure to blast away blockages and clean pipes thoroughly.

When it comes to keeping your drainage system clear and fully functional drain jetting is one of the most efficient methods for drain cleaning to ensure your drains are free flowing and problem free.

How do Jetting Machines Work in Operation:

The Drain Jetter is connected to a water source which supplies the water that the pump pressurises. The pressurised water is then conveyed through a high-pressure hose from the pump to the nozzle. The nozzle is attached to the end of the high-pressure hose and it responsible for shaping and directing the high-pressure water jet. Nozzles come in various designs including rotating nozzles, fixed nozzles and specialist nozzles for specific cleaning tasks.

Our advanced Recycler Jetting Units which are more commonly suited to commercial environment’s push out a forceful 80 gallons of water per minute – all of which is continually recycled avoiding the need to refill the tank. These specialist-built vehicles are mobile/truck mounted systems that combine high-pressure water jetting alongside a powerful vacuum pump for efficient drain and sewer cleaning. These vehicles are up to 60% more efficient than traditional Combination Units due to the ability to recycle wastewater which is uplifted and re-use this for further jetting/washing/cleaning works.

Key features include:

Jetting capabilities allowing cleaning of drains/sewers from 110mm to 2000mm in diameter.
Vertical lift of up to 30 metres.
On board recycling system which separates silt and sludge from the wastewater, allowing it to be recycled for further cleaning.
2 x hydraulic jetting reels – 100 metres ½” and 200 metres of 1 ¼”.
Radio remote-controlled for ease of use and safety.
Remote overhead extendable 6inch suction boom.

Before & Afters

When you might need drain jetting:

While minor blockages can on occasion be resolved with drain rods or plungers, certain situations call for the power of drain jetting. You might consider this service if you are experiencing the following:

Recurring blocked drains.
Overflowing manholes or gullies.
Slow draining sinks, showers or toilets.
Foul odours emitting from your drains or around your property.
Known issues with tree root intrusion.
Known issues with scale up.
Culvert’s or ACO’s impacted with a heavy build up silt affecting the operation of the asset.

Common causes of blockages drain jetting can be utilised to clear:

Non-degradable items such as wipes or sanitary products.
Fat, oil or grease.
Tree Roots.
Silt and sediment such as mud, soil, rubble, vegetation and other loose deposits.
Foul sludge.

The Benefits of Using drain jetting:

Effectiveness: Drain jetting consistently delivers exceptional results, clearing blockages and cleaning pipes thoroughly.
Efficiency: The high-pressure water rapidly clears blockages and clean pipes, reducing the overall cleaning time. This is more evident with the use of our specialist Recycling Jetting Units which continually recycle the water.
Versatility: Drain jetting can accommodate a wide range of cleaning applications, from clearing minor blockages to maintaining large and complex sewer lines.
Safety: Drain jetting eliminates the need for harsh chemicals or excavation, promoting a safer work environment.
Environmentally friendly: Drain jetting utilises natural water and avoids the use of harmful chemicals.

Emergency Drain Cleaning:

At Cargate Engineering Ltd, we understand that a blocked drain can quickly become an emergency which is why we provide 24 hours a day, 365 days a year service throughout the East of England. Our skilled team is equipped with the latest drain jetting technology and the expertise to efficiently resolve your drainage issues, minimising disruption and restore your system to full working order.