Clearing Out The Debris Since ‘06

There are a ton of houses in Greenfield that are within throwing distance of a lot of trees; homes all along US-40 alone sit on mature, tree-lined lots and those roots love to weave their way into cracked or older cast iron lines that have been wearing away for decades now. They cause clogs, and sometimes those clogs keep on coming back, no matter how many times you break out the snake or the plunger. That’s where hydro jetting in Greenfield, IN, is a difference-maker.

Jake’s Heating, Air & Plumbing has been serving Greenfield and Hancock County for 20+ years, and hydro jetting has helped countless homeowners around here keep their pipes clear and flowing. Our Greenfield plumbers do it right and keep you in the loop the whole way through.

When Does Your Greenfield Home Need Hydro Jetting?

So, you have drain problems, but not every home needs a hydro jetting visit. How do you know if you need hydro jetting services in Greenfield?

• You have clogs that keep coming back, even though you regularly plunge or drain snake to no avail
• You have multiple slow drains in multiple fixtures all at once, which points to a main-line issue rather than just a clogged bathroom sink
• You’re hearing gurgling toilets or smelling a sewage odor, which is part and parcel of tree root intrusion in your sewer pipes
• There’s a ton of mineral scale buildup in your pipes from hard water in Indiana packed with minerals, which averages 15 to 22 grains per gallon (GPG), which is extremely hard.

If any (or even all) apply to your situation, give the crew at Jake’s a call and we’ll set something up for you, starting with a comprehensive sewer camera inspection to see what’s happening in your pipes.

What Hydro Jetting Is and How It Clears Greenfield Drains

We’ve talked about when you’d need hydro jetting and how beneficial it is, but what is hydro jetting in Greenfield and how does it actually work?

Hydro jetting uses the same idea as a pressure washer, but aimed at the insides of your pipes. A compressor, hose, and specialized nozzle blast water at a high PSI to blast out grease, hair, roots, mineral scale, and whatever else is causing persistent blockages. Keep in mind that it actually cleans the pipe rather than just punching a hole into the clog like a drain snake tends to do.

Also remember that this is a job for a licensed plumber; not a DIY job. It might be tempting to try and give it a go on your own, but you need extensive training, special equipment, and credentials. The team of plumbers at Jake’s has all three and then some.

Why Greenfield Homeowners Choose Hydro Jetting Over Snaking

Snaking can get the job done sometimes, but it can’t handle the big stuff: tree roots, years of mineral scale, decades of discarded cooking grease and more. So why do Greenfield homeowners opt for hydro jetting when it matters most?

• It clears roots a snake can't, so you’re getting the most comprehensive way of easily clearing out roots
• Avoids digging up your yard, meaning you won’t have to have sewer repair or replacement just to get rid of roots or blockages
• Longer-lasting fix, since it clears out blockages, grease, scale, and more, so you can go longer without having to worry about problems
• Safe for your pipes and family, since there’s no caustic chemicals involved

Schedule Hydro Jetting in Greenfield and Nearby Towns

Ready to get those drains flowing like they should? Don’t let tree roots set the tempo for your life or your plumbing. Call on the team at Jake's Heating, Air & Plumbing for in-depth hydro jetting services in Greenfield today to get clean and clear pipes and drains!

Greenfield Hydro Jetting FAQs

How often should I have my sewer line hydro jetted?

For most homes in Greenfield, around every 18 to 24 months is a good metric. If your home or lot is older, and/or it has big trees, you might benefit from more frequent hydro jetting visits, like once a year. A camera inspection from the pros at Jake’s can be a huge help here to see where you stand before committing to hydro jetting.

Is hydro jetting safe for older pipes?

In most cases, yes, it is. Our plumbers will run a camera through the pipe first to get a lay of the land and check the pipe’s condition. If a line’s badly corroded or even already cracked, we’ll recommend the right fix instead of hydro jetting. But for the most part (and most pipes), the pressure’s safe.

Can hydro jetting really remove tree roots?

Yes. This is where it beats a drain snake. A snake will just poke holes in the roots, whereas jetting cuts them right out and blasts the walls of the pipe clean. Your line will stay clear for longer, meaning it’s easily one of the best ways to deal with roots.