What it means
Hydro jetting sends pressurized water through a specialized nozzle that propels the hose forward while blasting the pipe interior. It removes grease blankets, scale, and small roots that a cable alone may leave behind.
A camera inspection often precedes jetting to confirm pipe integrity. Fragile or collapsed pipes may need repair instead of jetting at full pressure.
Why it matters in Santa Cruz County
Restaurant rows and older sewer laterals in downtown Santa Cruz and Watsonville benefit from periodic jetting before rainy season. Redwood root masses in mountain sewer lines near Felton respond well when combined with follow-up camera checks.
Homeowner tip
Ask for video before and after jetting if clogs return every few months; the footage shows whether roots or pipe damage are the real cause.
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