Tree Roots in Your Sewer Line? How Rooter and Hydro-Jetting Services Work Together to Save the Day

Taking on pesky sewer clogs is always a serious challenge. Most of the time, your plunger isn’t enough to unclog whatever’s blocking your pipes. However, your DIY approach becomes all the more pointless once the blockage is caused by tree root infestation.

Once invasive roots creep into your pipes, it’s only a matter of time before your wastewater returns to your home. Or worse, your sewer line gets damaged to the point of needing a full replacement.

So, how do you resolve this issue? Your best options would be to turn to a professional rooter service or a hydro-jetting service. Let’s take a look at how they work.

Signs of Tree Roots Infestation in Your Sewer Line

Before we get to the bottom of how these two expert-level drain cleaning solutions work, let’s first familiarize ourselves with the symptoms of root clogs. Here are the most common cues of this problem.

1. Frequent drain clogs
   Does your clog problem always seem to come back, no matter how hard you plunge or pour natural cleaners into your pipes? Your DIY hacks won’t work on tree roots. The more stubborn the clogs are, the deeper the clog is in your main line. If this is the case, you have a strong reason to suspect root obstructions.

2. Slow drains throughout the house
   Several sluggish drains around your house only mean one thing: a blockage in your main sewer line. Besides the accumulation of clogs, tree roots are also notorious obstructions that can jam your main pipe.

3. Sewage smells around the yard
   Wastewater always has that distinct stench. Once you smell it around your yard, there’s probably a compromised sewer line underground. The tree roots can cause your sewer line to crack, letting wastewater soak up your yard and release that rotten smell.
4. Gurgling noises
   Do you hear strange bubbling or gurgling from your toilet or drains? That’s air trapped behind a blockage, often caused by roots pressing into the pipe.

What Rooter Services Actually Do

A rooter service is often the first step in breaking through serious pipe obstructions. If your sewer line is packed with tangled roots, a professional plumber will likely use a rooter machine. It’s essentially a motorized auger with rotating blades. This tool cuts through and slices up the roots inside your pipes. Think of it as a tree trimmer but for your plumbing system.

Once the blades grind the roots, they’re loosened and pushed along the pipe. This clears up the path, allowing water to flow again.

A rooter service helps by:

• Cutting through thick root clusters
  
• Breaking up tough blockages
  
• Restoring basic water flow in clogged sewer lines
  
• Making way for deeper cleaning with hydro-jetting

How Hydro-Jetting Service Takes It Further

While rooter machines are great at cutting roots, they don’t fully flush out all debris. That’s where the hydro-jetting service comes in next.

After the rooter service does its cutting, a hydro-jetting service takes care of the mess. Hydro-jetting uses high-pressure water (up to 4,000 PSI) to blast everything off your pipe walls. That includes leftover root fragments, sludge, grease, and any other nasty buildup stuck inside.

The process scrubs the inside of your sewer line until it’s nearly spotless. This prevents new roots from clinging to grime and returning too soon. It’s like power washing your plumbing system. The best part? It’s safe for your pipes when done by a pro.

Hydro-jetting service is perfect for:

• Removing leftover root bits and organic sludge
  
• Flushing out deep grease and mineral buildup
  
• Preventing future root intrusion by cleaning the pipe walls
  
• Keeping your sewer line in top shape longer
  

Why the Combo Works Best

Now, you might wonder. If one method already clears roots, why do you need both? Well, here’s the thing: a rooter service cuts, but doesn’t clean. On the other hand, hydro-jetting cleans, but it works best once the major blockage is cleared first.

When used together, these two services create the perfect one-two punch. The rooter clears the path, and the hydro-jetter makes sure nothing’s left behind. That means fewer repeat problems, better water flow, and a much cleaner sewer line.

By combining both services, you also lower the risk of future backups. You’re not just solving your current problem but also preventing future emergencies.

Don’t Wait for a Sewer Disaster—Book a Rooter and Hydro-Jet Combo with Transou’s Plumbing & Septic Today!

Tree roots might seem harmless above ground, but underground, they’re a different story. Once they invade your sewer line, they block wastewater, damage your pipes, and trigger messy backups. 

At Transou’s Plumbing & Septic, we don’t just clear pipes, we restore peace of mind. With years of experience handling tough sewer blockages, we’ve seen firsthand how damaging root intrusions can be. Our team uses top-of-the-line equipment and industry-proven methods to make sure your sewer line stays clear, safe, and flowing as it should. 

Don’t wait for a full-blown sewer disaster. Call Transou’s Plumbing & Septic today!