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Hydro Jetting in Elgin, IL
When a line keeps clogging after it's been rodded, the buildup on the pipe walls is the problem. Hydro jetting scrubs it out with high-pressure water. We look at the line on camera first and quote a flat price before we start, from our office on North McLean Boulevard.
The Basics
What Is Hydro Jetting?
Hydro jetting clears a sewer line with a high-pressure water stream, fed through the same cleanout access point used for rodding. A specialized nozzle sprays water in every direction as it moves through the pipe, scouring grease, scale, and roots off the entire pipe wall instead of just cutting a path through the middle. It's the fix for buildup that keeps coming back after rodding, or for roots that have worked into the pipe joints. Rodding opens the line back up. Hydro jetting cleans it.
When Elgin Homes Need Hydro Jetting
We usually recommend jetting when:
Rodding Isn't Lasting
The line clears, then clogs again in a few months. The pipe walls are still coated.
Grease Has Built Up in the Kitchen Line
Grease hardens in layers. Jetting removes them instead of punching a hole.
Old Cast Iron Is Scaled
Jetting strips decades of rust scale so the pipe carries its full volume again.
A Liner Is Next
A liner bonds to clean pipe. Jetting is the first step of every lining job.
Hydro Jetting and Elgin's Older Lines
About 1 in 5 Elgin homes was built before 1940. Lines that old carry a lot of history inside them.
Fine Roots After Rodding
In east side clay lines, rodding cuts the main root mass but leaves fine roots at the joints. Jetting clears them so the line stays open longer.
Kitchen Lines in Updated Older Homes
A kitchen remodel doesn't replace the old drain behind the wall. Years of grease in that original line are a common jetting job.
Busy West Side Households
Large families in newer homes send a lot of grease and soap down the drain. Jetting resets lines that have narrowed over 20 or 30 years.
Camera Before and After
We confirm the pipe can handle the pressure first, then show you the clean line when we're done.
The J. Blanton Difference773-724-9272
What Happens When You Call J. Blanton
No jetting without looking first.
1. Inspect
We camera the line for breaks or a collapse. Jetting a broken pipe can make it worse.
2. Jet to the Main
We clean the full line and set the pressure for clay, cast iron or PVC.
3. Prove It
A second camera pass shows the result. You get the price before any of it starts.
Customer Stories
Hydro Jetting Reviews
4.8 stars from 349 Google reviews for our Elgin office.
★★★★★
"I’ve used J Blanton multiple times. They have helped identify a pipe with root growth through their No Drip Club. Mike Perez has done a great job walking me through all the steps to get the root out of my pipe and had to work through some very tough turns to identify the roots. [...]"
★★★★★
"Dominic was great. He was knowledgeable and took great pride in his work. The jetting job he did could not have been done more thoroughly. He truly went above and beyond to make sure the sewer line was 100% clear. Thank you."
★★★★★
"Zachary did a great job clearing out our sewer line after a clog. He was very professional, friendly, and knowledgeable. I would highly recommend him and J. Blanton Plumbing."
Got Questions?
Hydro Jetting Questions From Elgin Homeowners
For buildup and returning roots, yes. For a simple clog, rodding is enough.
For a simple clog, rodding is fast and effective. For grease, scale or roots that keep coming back, jetting cleans the whole pipe wall and lasts longer.
Not a sound one. We camera it first to be sure.
Not a pipe that's in good condition. We inspect it on camera and set the pressure for the material. If a section is broken, we'll recommend a repair first.
Usually a few hours, including the camera passes.
Most residential jobs take a few hours, including the camera inspection before and after.
It slows them down. Lining stops them.
Jetting clears roots more completely than rodding, so they take longer to return. To stop them for good, the joints have to be sealed with a trenchless liner or replaced.
It depends on the line and buildup. You get a flat price first.
It depends on the length of the line, access and how much buildup there is. We give you a flat-rate price before any work begins.
Annual Protection Plan
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Prevent catastrophes before they disrupt your life. The No Drip Club ensures your waste and sewer lines are monitored and serviced regularly by J. Blanton’s absolute best.
- Two Free Professional Maintenance Visits per Year
- 10% Discount on All General Plumbing & Sewer Services
- 5-Year Parts and Labor Warranty on Approved Projects
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What We Fix
Plumbing Services in Elgin
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Water Heaters
Repair and replacement for tank and tankless water heaters that leak, make noise or run out of hot water too fast.
Sewer Repair
Tree roots, cracked clay pipe and repeat backups in the line from your house to the street.
Garbage Disposals
Repair and replacement for garbage disposals that jam, leak or just hum.
Sump Pumps
Sump pump repair, replacement and battery backups to keep your basement dry through heavy rain.
Leak Repair
Hidden leaks behind walls and ceilings, drips under the sink and leaking water lines.
Emergency Plumbing
Burst pipes, sewer backups and no hot water, any time of day or night.
Local Office, 24/7 Phone
Ready for a Line That Stays Clear?
Our Elgin office is at 964 N McLean Blvd, and our phone line is open 24/7.
We also serve South Elgin, Bartlett, Gilberts, Hoffman Estates, Pingree Grove, Hampshire and more.
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