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Clearing Clogged Drains – Snake or

Hydrojet?
Drain clogs are a problem that every homeowner will eventually face. Materials can get
stuck in the toilet or the sink drains, they can also build up over time and cause slow drains
or overflowing. If your plunger isn’t enough to unclog, you’re going to need something more
powerful. Plumbers will often choose to use a plumbing auger or a hydro jet in these
situations.

Plumbing Snakes

Also called a plumbing auger, the plumbing snake is a long metal tube encasing an inner
cable with blades or corkscrew auger attached to one end. The other end has a crank
attached. The cable end of the snake is placed into the drain and the crank is turned to
extend the cable. When the cable has reached the clog, you will need to continue to turn the
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crank until it has pushed through the clog, then pull it out. Plumbing snakes can be a
straight tube (for sink drains) or J-shaped (for toilets). There is also a larger, motorized
version of the snake, typically used by an experienced plumber.

Pros

● Ideal for minor clogs

● Gentler method
● Good for weak pipes
● Suitable for older plumbing systems

Cons

● Doesn’t thoroughly clean pipes

● Clears a small space
● Often a temporary solution

Hydro Jets

Hydro jetting is a high-pressure hose with a specialized nozzle connected to a machine that
pressurizes water, creating a powerful stream that can clear the clog. The material that is
clogging the drain (hair, minerals, grease, oil, etc.) will be forced to go down the pipe.
Before hydro jetting, a plumber will usually use a small camera to inspect the pipe for
damage.

Pros

● Thorough job of clearing drains

● Can clear tree roots
● Applicable for residential and commercial use
● Environmentally-safe

Cons

● Not safe for the inexperienced

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● Fragile, damaged or older pipes are not suitable

Snake or Jet?

The best method to clear up your drains will depend on the root of your clog. A plumbing
snake can be used for slow-flowing drains and for occasional clogs for food or hair buildup,
and a small, clogged toy or toilet paper. A hydro jet is needed when plunging and snaking is
not fixing the problem. You should be calling a professional plumber to perform either
option. Experts know how to safely handle these drain cleaning tools without damaging the
system. Call us for a consultation!

Contact Information:

Crystal Drain & Plumbing

108 Berry Rd,
Toronto, ON
M8Y 1W5 Canada
Phone: (647) 686-4566

Website: https://www.crystaldrain.ca/
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