When cable cleaning isn't enough — when the grease keeps building back, the roots keep growing back, or the scale keeps restricting flow — hydro jetting scours the pipe walls clean. STL Plumbing Pros uses commercial hydro jetting equipment at 3,000–4,000 PSI to remove buildup that cable machines leave behind. Camera inspection recommended before jetting to confirm pipe condition.
When Is Hydro Jetting the Right Choice?
Recurring clogs that come back within months of cable cleaning — the buildup wasn't fully removed.
Heavy grease accumulation in restaurant or residential kitchen lines.
Tree root intrusion in clay or cast iron sewer pipes — common throughout older St. Louis neighborhoods.
Pre-purchase sewer inspection revealed scale or buildup that should be addressed.
Preventive maintenance for commercial properties with heavy drain usage.
Hydro Jetting vs. Cable Cleaning
Cable Cleaning
A rotating cable with a cutting head punches through the blockage, restoring flow. Effective for most first-time clogs. Doesn't remove buildup from pipe walls — the residue left behind becomes the foundation for the next clog.
Hydro Jetting
High-pressure water (3,000–4,000 PSI) scours the entire pipe interior — removing grease, scale, roots, and debris from the pipe walls. Restores the pipe to near-original diameter. Results last significantly longer than cable cleaning.
Our Hydro Jetting Process
Camera Inspection
We inspect the pipe with a camera before jetting to confirm the pipe material, condition, and the nature of the blockage. This protects against jetting a pipe that has structural damage.
High-Pressure Cleaning
The jetting nozzle is inserted through a cleanout and advanced through the pipe. Forward-facing jets cut through blockages; rear-facing jets scour the pipe walls and pull debris back toward the cleanout.
Post-Jetting Inspection
A follow-up camera pass confirms the pipe is clean, identifies any structural issues revealed after buildup removal, and establishes a baseline for future maintenance.
Hydro Jetting Pricing
| Service | Price | Details |
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| Hydro jetting (residential main line) | $350–$600 | High-pressure cleaning through cleanout access. |
| Hydro jetting (kitchen branch line) | $300–$500 | Targeted jetting for grease-clogged kitchen lines. |
| Hydro jetting + camera inspection | $450–$750 | Pre-jetting inspection to confirm pipe condition. |
| Root removal with jetting | $400–$700 | High-pressure cutting heads for root intrusion. |
Why Choose STL Plumbing Pros?
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Camera First, Always
We inspect before we jet. This protects your pipes and ensures jetting is the right approach for the problem.
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Commercial-Grade Equipment
Our jetting equipment delivers 3,000–4,000 PSI with variable nozzles for different pipe conditions and blockage types.
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Long-Lasting Results
Jetting removes buildup from the pipe walls — not just the center of the blockage. Results last 3–10x longer than cable cleaning alone.
What Our Customers Say
"Kitchen drain kept clogging every 3 months. After hydro jetting, it's been over a year with zero issues. Should have done this from the start."
"Had roots in the sewer line. They jetted the line clean and showed me the before/after on camera. Impressive difference."
"Restaurant kitchen drains needed heavy-duty cleaning. The jetting service was thorough and the pricing was fair. We're on an annual maintenance plan now."