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What Hydro Jetting Solves Better Than Snaking
When a commercial drain slows down, most people reach for a snake. But snaking and hydro jetting solve different problems — and for grease-heavy kitchen lines, the difference matters. Here is when each method makes sense and why jetting often wins for restaurants.
What snaking does
A drain snake (auger) punches a hole through a blockage. It is fast, affordable, and works well for simple clogs near a fixture — like a wad of food waste in a floor drain.
But snaking does not clean the pipe walls. Grease and scale remain, which means the slow drain comes back within weeks.
What hydro jetting does
Hydro jetting uses high-pressure water to scour the entire inside of the pipe. It removes grease, scale, roots, and debris from the full pipe diameter — not just a narrow path through the middle.
For commercial kitchen drain lines that accumulate grease with every service period, jetting provides results that last months instead of weeks.
Which one do you need?
Choose snaking for a one-time, simple blockage close to a drain. Choose jetting for recurring slow drains, grease buildup, or preventive maintenance on kitchen lines.
Grease Guard Pros provides commercial hydro jetting across Canada. Call us to assess your lines and recommend the right approach.
Frequently asked questions
Is hydro jetting better than snaking?
For grease-heavy commercial drain lines, yes. Snaking punches a hole through a blockage while jetting scours the entire pipe wall, providing longer-lasting results.
When should I choose snaking over jetting?
Snaking is appropriate for simple, soft blockages close to a fixture. Jetting is better for recurring slow drains, grease buildup, and longer pipe runs.
Does hydro jetting damage pipes?
Professional technicians adjust pressure based on pipe material and condition. For standard commercial drain lines, jetting is safe and more effective than mechanical methods.