When rods will not shift a blockage in Lanark, an engineer may suggest jetting. It suits grease, silt and scale in pipes that are in fair condition. Tell the engineer which fixtures are slow, because that shows where to start.
The engineer needs to know the pipe's material, width and condition, because these details decide the pressure and the nozzle.
Jetting is for drains on your own land. South Lanarkshire Council deals with road gullies, which some people call stanks.
Ask the engineer to show that the pipe now runs clear. A second camera pass is one way to check, although it may cost extra.
Old or damaged pipes may not cope with high pressure, so a camera check first can help. Then the engineer can set the pressure to suit the pipe. Ask what pressure they plan to use.
Soup, stock, sauces and milk products also hold fat that can set in drains. Scrape pans into the bin before you wash up, because that keeps the fat out of the pipe.
A few good questions can save money later, because they show how the engineer works. Put them in your request, or ask when the engineer replies.
Yes. Wipes can block a drain because many contain plastic, so they do not break down in the sewer. Fat also thickens as it cools and sets inside pipes.
No. A blocked road gully is South Lanarkshire Council's job, and it has a roads faults reporting form. Jetting is for blockages in your own drain.
It depends on the condition of the pipe. A camera check first can show cracks or loose joints that high pressure could make worse.
Prices vary with the pipe length, the access and how much needs clearing. UK cost guides differ, and none is specific to Lanark, so ask for a written quote.
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