While it may seem cost-effective and convenient, DIY hydro jetting is unsafe for several reasons. Using highly pressurized water to clear out drain clogs and blockages, hydro jetting is often our go-to method when we are called to provide drain cleaning in Cedar Park, TX. When done by a professional, this process is completely safe and efficient.
However, it might not be the case when you venture to hydro jet your drains without the assistance of a drain cleaning company.
Personal Safety
Hydro jetting involves high water pressure, typically 1,500 to 4,000 psi. It’s easy to mishandle the equipment without proper training and knowledge and inadvertently cause harm. The powerful force of the water can cause severe injuries such as cuts, lacerations, and even broken bones if untrained individuals operate the equipment with no prior experience and proper gear.
Property Damage
It’s worth noting that while hydro jetting is one of the most efficient drain cleaning services that we can offer, it’s not necessarily the only viable solution. For instance, we typically perform drain snaking for small-diameter drain pipes with standard-sized clogs. If hydro jetting is to be done on clogs that drain snaking can address, it can result in further damage.
Backflow
Another safety concern with DIY water jetting, or any DIY drain cleaning services, really, is the risk of backflow. If the pipes are clogged or damaged, the high-pressure water can force sewage or wastewater to flow back into the home or surrounding environment.
Hydro jetting might not be suitable for certain clogs such as tree root intrusions. Attempting to clear the clog on your own in these situations can exacerbate the problem and worsen the damage. But with professional expertise, it’s easier to diagnose the cause and extent of the blockage accurately.
It’s crucial to leave drain cleaning to trained professionals with the equipment, knowledge, and experience to handle the process safely and effectively. Contact Kinsey Plumbing Services to schedule an appointment.
