Yes it’s May the 4th, and being big fans of all things “Star Wars” what a great reason to answer one of the Galaxy’s most frequently asked questions. How often should I have my Drains Jetted.
High pressure jetting is the Jedi Knight of any Drainage engineers toolkit. Swift, powerful and surprisingly precise, using the “force” of water is a formidable weapon against the battle of blocked drains. But how often should you call in the Cavalry?
Like many things in life – it depends… But one thing’s for sure: regular Jetting is like a Spa day for your pipes. It keeps things flowing, prevents nasty surprises, and can even extend the life of your drainage system.
So let’s jump in… (no hyperdrive required)
What is Drain Jetting?
Drain jetting (or high-pressure water jetting) is a professional method of cleaning pipes using a powerful stream of water. It removes:
- Built-up fat, oil and grease (FOG)
- Limescale, silt and sediment
- Tree roots intrusion
- General grime and reoccurring stubborn blockages
How Often Should You Jet Your Drains?
The answer depends on how you use your drains, but here are some general guidelines:
For Homes:
- Every 1–2 years as preventative maintenance
- Immediately if you notice slow drainage, bad smells, or recurring blockages
- If you use lots of cooking oils or have an older property—consider annual checks
For Commercial Properties:
- Every 6–12 months, especially if you’re a business handling food, chemicals, or high volumes of waste
- Restaurants, hotels, care homes, and schools should consider scheduled jetting plans – this will prevent your drains turning to the “dark side”.
Signs you may need to act – NOW!
- Water draining slower than usual
- Gurgling sounds from sinks or toilets (think Chewbacca with a belly ache)
- Foul smelly drains, plugholes or manholes
- Previous blockages that keep coming back
If your drains are behaving more like a trash compactor on the Death Star, don’t wait, call in reinforcements—Drain jetting now could save you a bigger repair bill later.
Why Choose Happy Drains?
At Happy Drains, we’ve mastered the art of drain jetting. We bring:
- Powerful professional jetting equipment
- Experienced engineers who work clean and fast
- CCTV drain surveys for total peace of mind
- Service that’s less drama, more action.
- An entire Galaxy of Glowing 5 star Reviews
We get in, jet out, and leave your drains squeaky clean—without blowing up any planets.
Final Thought
Whether you’re fighting off recurring blockages or just keeping things flowing smoothly, drain jetting is the Light Sabre of the maintenance world.
And on May the 4th we’d like to remind you:
The Jet is strong with this one….
Call Happy Drains today—and let the flow be with you.
Best
David & Will (AKA Solo & Chewie)
