High-Pressure Drain Jetting in Bedford
Pressurised water clears the full width of the pipe — grease build-up, scale, silt and root intrusion — rather than just forcing a path through the middle of the blockage.
A proper clean, not a partial fix
Standard rodding can clear an immediate blockage but often leaves grease and debris lining the pipe walls — which is exactly why the same drain blocks again a few months later. Jetting scours the full diameter of the pipe, restoring proper flow rather than a narrow channel through the build-up.
- Recurring or stubborn blockages
- Grease-affected kitchen and restaurant drains
- Root intrusion in older clay pipework
- General descaling and maintenance flushing
- Long runs that rodding alone can't reach
How jetting is carried out
Initial check
Access points are identified and the line is checked before jetting begins.
Controlled pressure
Water is pumped through a specialist nozzle at high pressure to break down and flush material.
Full pipe pass
The nozzle works the full length of the run, not just the immediate blockage point.
Flow tested
The drain is tested afterwards to confirm it's running clear before the job is signed off.
Drain jetting questions
Is jetting safe for old pipework?
Pressure is adjusted to suit the condition and age of the pipe. If a CCTV survey shows the pipe is already compromised, that's factored into the approach before jetting starts.
Will jetting fix tree root problems for good?
Jetting clears existing root growth and restores flow, but if roots are entering through a cracked joint, a permanent fix usually involves repair or relining that section.
How is this different from standard rodding?
Rodding pushes through a blockage; jetting uses pressurised water to scour the entire internal surface of the pipe, which is more thorough for grease and scale build-up.