--- title: "Drain Jetting in Kent, Surrey & Sussex | Vision Plumbing" url: https://visionplumbing.co.uk/services/high-pressure-drain-jetting/ --- # Drain Jetting for What Rods Will Not Shift Fat, scale, roots and silt scoured off the pipe wall with high-pressure water, using jetting equipment Norbert owns and runs himself. [4.8 out of 5 · 49 reviews on Trustpilot (opens Trustpilot)](https://www.trustpilot.com/review/visionplumbing.co.uk)[24 reviews on Checkatrade (opens Checkatrade)](https://www.checkatrade.com/trades/VisionPlumbingLimited) ## Don’t just take our word for it Read every review on the [reviews](https://visionplumbing.co.uk/reviews/) page. JJustin 5 out of 5 stars, review from Trustpilot > Superb service, came same day and did an amazing job sorting out my blocked sink. Definitely would use again. [via Trustpilot (opens Trustpilot)](https://www.trustpilot.com/review/visionplumbing.co.uk) DDavid Page 5 out of 5 stars, review from Trustpilot > Norbert was very helpful and friendly. He fixed a leak I had in my bathroom very quickly. Definitely will use again! [via Trustpilot (opens Trustpilot)](https://www.trustpilot.com/review/visionplumbing.co.uk) Verified reviewer, job in TN13 **10**/10 on Checkatrade Replace broken toilet cistern > Very speedy response to job request on this website, Norbert called within seconds and agreed to call in for quote later today. Came when said he… [via Checkatrade (opens Checkatrade)](https://www.checkatrade.com/trades/VisionPlumbingLimited) RRob 5 out of 5 stars, review from Trustpilot > True definition of 24/7 great service. Very helpful used his services on 2 occasions went above and beyond each time. Great guy keep up the good work. [via Trustpilot (opens Trustpilot)](https://www.trustpilot.com/review/visionplumbing.co.uk) AAnna 5 out of 5 stars, review from Trustpilot > Excellent communication, explained issue well, supplied a clear itemized quote, good workmanship and overall high efficiency. Would hire again. [via Trustpilot (opens Trustpilot)](https://www.trustpilot.com/review/visionplumbing.co.uk) Verified reviewer, job in TN13 **10**/10 on Checkatrade Unblocked of blocked sewerage drains > Emergency call out on a Sunday evening. Very prompt and came straight away. Sorted the problem straight away and at a fair price for a Sunday night… [via Checkatrade (opens Checkatrade)](https://www.checkatrade.com/trades/VisionPlumbingLimited) DDi 5 out of 5 stars, review from Trustpilot > We always use Norbert’s plumbing service at our restaurant. He is always on time and fully understand what needs to be done. Highly recommend ! [via Trustpilot (opens Trustpilot)](https://www.trustpilot.com/review/visionplumbing.co.uk) TThomas Dixon 5 out of 5 stars, review from Trustpilot > Excellent work - very efficient. Friendly service. I would highly recommend to others. [via Trustpilot (opens Trustpilot)](https://www.trustpilot.com/review/visionplumbing.co.uk) Verified reviewer, job in E16 **10**/10 on Checkatrade Leaking pipe behind a laundry machine > Norbert did the job well and efficiently. He was available at short notice to help. [via Checkatrade (opens Checkatrade)](https://www.checkatrade.com/trades/VisionPlumbingLimited) AAnia Hampton 5 out of 5 stars, review from Trustpilot > Excellent service. Work undertaken in a timely thorough and clean manner. Operator was friendly informative and totally professional. Highly… [via Trustpilot (opens Trustpilot)](https://www.trustpilot.com/review/visionplumbing.co.uk) JJoe 5 out of 5 stars, review from Trustpilot Knowledgable and trustworthy > This firm is professional and do the job well. They turned up on time and they are very knowledgeable. Very trustworthy. I highly recommend them. [via Trustpilot (opens Trustpilot)](https://www.trustpilot.com/review/visionplumbing.co.uk) Verified reviewer, job in TN4 **10**/10 on Checkatrade Clean out blocked drain, used camera to ensure pipework was in good condition. > The quality of the work completed was extremely high, the engineer did not finish the job until he was satisfied the drain was completely clean as… [via Checkatrade (opens Checkatrade)](https://www.checkatrade.com/trades/VisionPlumbingLimited) HHarriet Boulding 5 out of 5 stars, review from Trustpilot > Great service! Norbert is very professional and I am very pleased with the result. Will be recommending him. [via Trustpilot (opens Trustpilot)](https://www.trustpilot.com/review/visionplumbing.co.uk) CCsaba Nyako 5 out of 5 stars, review from Trustpilot > Very professional service from start to finish. Norbert was friendly and knowledgeable and kept me informed at all stages. [via Trustpilot (opens Trustpilot)](https://www.trustpilot.com/review/visionplumbing.co.uk) Verified reviewer, job in TN15 **10**/10 on Checkatrade Fixing a new radiator to the wall and updating pipe work to remove valves on our open heating system > Norbert was absolutely brilliant. He offered great advice, worked efficiently and left everything tidy and well completed. He was also friendly and… [via Checkatrade (opens Checkatrade)](https://www.checkatrade.com/trades/VisionPlumbingLimited) LLauren Ford 5 out of 5 stars, review from Trustpilot Great service for emergency work > I called Vision Plumbing as I could hear water gushing underneath my kitchen. He was able to attend quickly, and found and resolved the issue at a… [via Trustpilot (opens Trustpilot)](https://www.trustpilot.com/review/visionplumbing.co.uk) TTunde Ogunniyi 5 out of 5 stars, review from Trustpilot Prompt emergency response > Norbert was one of several emergency plumbing services I rang overnight after being disappointed by another plumber when seeking assistance for a… [via Trustpilot (opens Trustpilot)](https://www.trustpilot.com/review/visionplumbing.co.uk) Verified reviewer, job in SE15 **10**/10 on Checkatrade Replacing kitchen tap AND replacing pipes under kitchen sink > After exchanging a few text messages Norbert turned up the following day on time with the replacement parts and completed the work in a very… [via Checkatrade (opens Checkatrade)](https://www.checkatrade.com/trades/VisionPlumbingLimited) Vision Plumbing is a **SafeContractor approved** business - [Home](https://visionplumbing.co.uk/) - [Services](https://visionplumbing.co.uk/services/) - High Pressure Drain Jetting ## Rods Clear a Path, Jets Clean Pipes Rods punch a hole through hard build-up; a jet scours it off the pipe wall. Norbert owns and runs the jetting equipment himself, for fat, scale, roots and silt. ## Signs It Is Time To Call - A drain that was rodded and blocked again within weeks - Slow draining along a whole run, not just one outlet - Fat or grease visible in a manhole or gully - Silt or soil sitting in the bottom of a chamber - Roots visible at a joint or in a gully ## When rodding is not enough Most blocked drains clear with rods. Some keep blocking, because the build-up behind the blockage stays put. Rods punch a hole through it, water flows for a while, then the gap closes again. - Fat set hard on the pipe wall - Mineral scale and compacted silt - A fringe of fine roots at every joint ## How high pressure water jetting works A hose goes in from a manhole or rodding point. Rear-facing jets pull the nozzle along, forward jets cut into what is ahead, and on the way back the whole pipe wall is scoured. - General scouring nozzle for fat and sediment - Rotating head for scale, cutting head for fine roots - Norbert’s own equipment, not hired in or subcontracted ## What it clears Jetting deals with the build-up itself, not just the blockage in front of it. These are the materials it washes out of drain runs, gullies and chambers. - Fat, oil and grease set hard in kitchen wastes and drains - Scale, mineral deposits, silt, sand and soil - Fine root growth at joints and residue from earlier blockages ## Jetting alongside other drainage work Jetting is the heavier end of the job. If your drain has simply blocked, start with [drain unblocking](https://visionplumbing.co.uk/services/drain-unblocking/), and Norbert brings the jetter when what he finds needs it. - A [CCTV drain inspection](https://visionplumbing.co.uk/services/cctv-drain-surveys/) afterwards shows the run is clean - Defects found underneath can often be repaired without digging - Homes and businesses across Kent, Medway, Surrey, Sussex and south-east London - One year warranty on parts and labour ## Why people ring Norbert - 20+Years in plumbing - 1 yearWarranty on parts and labour - 24/7Emergency call-out - 1Plumber, start to finish ## What the job covers - Fat and grease removalHardened fat lining the pipe wall cut away and flushed through, rather than just punching a hole in it. - Scale and sedimentMineral scale and compacted silt broken up and washed down the run to restore the full bore. - Root cuttingFine root growth at joints cut back with a rotating or cutting jet head suited to the pipe. - Gully and interceptor cleaningYard gullies, soakaway runs and silted chambers washed out so water can get away again. - Camera check after jettingA look inside with his own CCTV camera to confirm the run is clear and see what caused the build-up. - Not sure what you need?[Quick Quote Online](#quote) ## High Pressure Drain Jetting in pictures ## How a job with Norbert runs No call centre and no hand-offs. The same man takes the call, quotes the work and does it. - 01You call or send the formTell Norbert what is happening. He rings back himself to ask the questions that matter before anyone drives out. - 02He comes out and quotesHe looks at the job, explains what has failed and what the fix involves, and gives you the quote before work starts. - 03The work is done and testedFixed, tested and cleaned up, with a one year warranty on parts and labour for the work he has done. ## Often needed alongside high pressure drain jetting - [Drain Unblocking](https://visionplumbing.co.uk/services/drain-unblocking/)Blocked sinks, toilets and outside drains cleared, with dig and no-dig drain repair when the pipe itself has failed. - [CCTV Drain Surveys](https://visionplumbing.co.uk/services/cctv-drain-surveys/)Camera inspections of drain runs for house purchases, repeat blockages and insurance or neighbour disputes. - [Commercial Plumber](https://visionplumbing.co.uk/services/commercial-plumber/)Plumbing for landlords, letting agents, pubs, shops and small offices, scheduled around trading hours and tenant access. ## High Pressure Drain Jetting: questions answered ### 01What is the difference between rodding and jetting? Rodding pushes flexible rods through the drain to break up a blockage, which works well on soft material such as paper and wipes. Jetting sends water at high pressure through a hose with a nozzle that drives itself along the pipe, scouring the whole internal surface. Rods clear a path; a jet cleans the pipe wall. Hard fat, scale and silt need the second. ### 02Is high pressure jetting safe for older drains? On a sound pipe, yes. Pressure and nozzle are matched to the pipe's material and condition. The risk is with a drain that is already badly cracked or has lost its shape, where jetting can dislodge loose pieces. That is why Norbert runs a camera through old or suspect runs, so he knows what he is jetting before he starts. ### 03Can jetting remove tree roots from a drain? It can cut back fine root growth at joints, using a cutting nozzle. That clears the flow, but roots came in through a gap in the pipe and will grow back through it. For a lasting fix, the joint needs sealing, often with a no-dig patch from inside the pipe once the roots are cleared. Heavy, established root masses may need mechanical cutting first. ### 04Why did my drain block again after it was unblocked? Usually because the blockage was cleared but the build-up behind it was not. Rodding through a fat-lined pipe leaves most of the fat on the wall, and the bore narrows again quickly. Jetting removes the lining along the whole run. If the drain still blocks after a proper jet, a camera survey will show whether there is a physical defect catching debris. ### 05How long does drain jetting take? A single domestic run is often cleared within an hour or two on site. Long runs, heavy fat in a commercial kitchen drain or several silted chambers take longer. Norbert will give you a realistic idea once he has seen the access points and how much material there is, rather than guessing over the phone. ### 06Do you jet drains for businesses as well as homes? Yes. Pubs, restaurants, takeaways and shops with kitchens are where fat build-up is worst, and where a blocked drain costs the most in lost trade. Norbert can plan jetting before opening or after close, and some businesses have problem runs jetted periodically so they never reach the point of blocking. ## Tell Norbert what needs doing A line about the job is enough. Norbert reads every enquiry himself and rings you back to talk it through before he quotes. [4.8 out of 5 · 49 reviews on Trustpilot (opens Trustpilot)](https://www.trustpilot.com/review/visionplumbing.co.uk)[24 reviews on Checkatrade (opens Checkatrade)](https://www.checkatrade.com/trades/VisionPlumbingLimited) [07379 636676](tel:+447379636676) 24 hours, for emergencies