Drain jetting uses a hose with a rotating nozzle and high-pressure water. The jets scour the inside of the pipe. They remove grease, scale and silt, so water flows freely again.
Rods push through a blockage, but jetting also washes the pipe wall. However, it is not right for every pipe. A damaged or old pipe may need a camera check first.
Restaurants, cafes and takeaways often need regular cleaning, because fat builds up fast. Fat thickens as it cools, so it sets inside the pipe. Scottish Water says fat mixed with other waste forms blockages and fatbergs.
The engineer looks at the access points and the pipe type. A camera check may help if the pipe is old, since weak joints need care.
The nozzle and the pressure should suit the pipe material, because plastic and old clay differ. Ask which setting the engineer plans to use, and why.
The nozzle moves along the pipe and washes loose debris downstream. Afterwards, run water through to check that it flows freely, since a clean flow shows the job worked.
Jetting your own drain is the homeowner's job, because the private drain is yours up to the property boundary. Scottish Water runs the public sewer beyond it.
Prices vary because pipe length and build-up differ. Different guides give different figures, so ask for a written quote. At home, let leftover fat cool and set, then scrape it into food waste or the bin.
Engineers can lower the water pressure to suit the pipe, but weak or damaged pipes may not suit jetting at all. A camera check first can show the pipe's condition. Ask the engineer to explain their choice.
There is no set schedule that suits every property. Drains that block often, or that carry a lot of kitchen fat, may need regular checks. Ask the engineer what suits your pipes after they have seen them.
That depends on the engineer who takes your job. Ask whether there is a call-out charge before they visit. Then ask for the quote in writing, so you can compare it with others.
This website cannot promise an arrival time, because it depends on the engineer and how busy they are. Mark your request urgent and say if water or sewage is coming into your home. You can then ask the engineer for a time when they get in touch.
Yes, the request form is open 24/7 for Glasgow and surrounding areas. That describes the form only, not when someone will attend. Mark an urgent job as urgent in the job details.
Prices vary with the cause, the access and the type of drain. Ask for a written quote before work starts, so you know what you are agreeing to. Also ask what the quote covers.
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