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    Johnson Bros. Plumbing & Drain Cleaning

    Hydrojetting — Residential & Commercial Drain Cleaning

    High-pressure water jetting that scours the pipe wall to wall — not just punches a hole through the clog. Fewer repeat backups, longer intervals between service calls.

    Johnson Bros. jets residential sewer mains and commercial grease lines across Greater Boston and the South Shore. Camera inspection included. Preventive programs for restaurants and property managers.

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    Why Hydrojetting

    Snaking clears the clog. Jetting clears the pipe.

    An auger cable cuts through a blockage and restores flow. That’s a fix for today’s problem. A rotating hydrojetting nozzle sprays high-pressure water in all directions and scours grease, scale, root hair, and sediment off the pipe wall. That’s how you stop the clog from re-forming two months later. For main lines, kitchen grease, and commercial drains, jetting is the correct service, not the upsell.

    Cleans pipe wall-to-wall

    3,000–4,000+ PSI water with rotating nozzles removes grease, scale, and sediment across the full inside diameter of the line.

    Longer intervals between service

    Because the pipe walls are actually clean, buildup takes much longer to regenerate. Homes and restaurants both benefit.

    Verified with a camera

    We camera-inspect the pipe before jetting (to confirm it is safe) and after (to verify the result). You see the video.

    Hydrojetting Applications

    Residential Hydrojetting
    • Main sewer line from house to street
    • Kitchen grease line (chronic slow drain)
    • Laundry standpipe & bathroom lines
    • Basement floor drains
    • Fine root intrusion in older sewer pipe

    Pair with sewer camera inspection so you know what is actually in the pipe before we jet.

    Commercial Hydrojetting
    • Restaurant grease lines & grease-trap discharge
    • Apartment building sewer mains
    • Strip mall and office drain systems
    • Industrial floor drains & trench drains
    • Preventive programs (monthly / quarterly)

    Property managers and restaurant owners — ask about our scheduled preventive jetting. Cheaper than a Friday-night shutdown.

    Signs You Need Hydrojetting (Not Just a Snake)

    Repeat Clogs in the Same Line

    Snaked the main line six months ago and it’s slow again? The pipe wall has buildup. Hydrojetting is how you break that cycle.

    Multiple Fixtures Backing Up

    Toilet, tub, and basement drain backing up together means the main line is compromised. Time to camera it and, if the pipe is sound, jet it.

    Restaurant Grease Line Slowing Down

    If service is getting slower or the grease trap is filling faster, the downstream line is loading up. Jet it on a schedule instead of waiting for a shutdown.

    Sewer Smell in Basement or Yard

    Smell often means buildup or standing waste. Camera-first to find the reason — jetting will clear buildup but won’t fix a broken pipe.

    Our Hydrojetting Process

    1. Camera first

    We sewer-camera the line to verify the pipe is structurally sound before introducing high-pressure water.

    2. Match nozzle to the job

    Grease, roots, and scale each call for a different jetting nozzle. We bring the right one — and size the pressure to the pipe.

    3. Jet wall-to-wall

    Work the nozzle upstream and back, scouring the full ID of the pipe. Flush the debris downstream to the sewer.

    4. Post-jet camera verify

    Camera again to show the result. You see exactly what the pipe looks like after. Video is yours to keep.

    Property Managers & Restaurant Owners

    We set up preventive hydrojetting schedules for commercial kitchens and multi-unit buildings across the South Shore. One missed service call is more expensive than an entire year of preventive jetting.

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    Common Questions About Hydrojetting

    What is hydrojetting and how is it different from drain snaking?
    Hydrojetting uses high-pressure water (typically 3,000–4,000 PSI for residential lines, higher for commercial) through a specialized nozzle to scour the full inside of the pipe — not just punch a hole through the clog. Snaking (auger/cable) cuts through the blockage and clears flow, but leaves grease, scale, and root debris on the pipe walls. That debris regrows a clog. Hydrojetting cleans the pipe wall to wall so the line actually stays clear.
    Is hydrojetting safe for residential sewer lines?
    Yes — when it is done by someone who scopes the pipe first and matches the pressure and nozzle to the pipe material and condition. We run a sewer camera before jetting to verify the pipe is sound. If we find a broken section, an offset joint, or fragile clay tile, jetting is NOT the right first step — we tell you that and recommend the correct repair instead.
    Do you hydrojet commercial lines — restaurants, apartment buildings, offices?
    Yes. Hydrojetting is a core commercial service for us. Restaurant grease lines, restaurant grease trap lines, apartment building sewer mains, strip mall drains, industrial floor drains — we handle them all. For restaurants, we can set up a scheduled preventive hydrojetting program so grease buildup never turns into a Friday-night shutdown.
    How much does hydrojetting cost?
    Residential hydrojetting pricing depends on the line length, the severity of the clog, access, and whether a pre-jet camera inspection is included. Commercial jobs are priced by scope — a single restaurant grease line is different from a multi-unit building main. We come out for a $99 service fee that applies toward the work (residential) or give a site-visit commercial quote, and we itemize everything before you commit. No surprises.
    How often should a commercial kitchen get its grease line hydrojetted?
    For a busy restaurant, every 3–6 months is typical. Lower-volume kitchens can go 6–12 months. The right interval is set by your actual grease output and line length — not a sales number. We run a baseline camera inspection first, then recommend a preventive schedule based on what we see. Most of our restaurant clients run on quarterly preventive jetting.
    Will hydrojetting clear tree roots from my sewer line?
    It can cut fine root intrusion, but if roots have found their way into the pipe, the underlying issue is a cracked, offset, or separated joint. We jet to clear the immediate blockage and camera-inspect to confirm the structural condition. If the pipe is compromised, jetting is a short-term fix — we recommend a proper repair or spot dig so the roots cannot come back.
    Do you offer emergency hydrojetting for backups?
    Yes — when a commercial kitchen backs up or a residential main line is fully blocked, we prioritize the call. Call (617) 479-9911 and describe what you are seeing. If it is a same-day emergency, we route the call accordingly.
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    Why South Shore homeowners choose Johnson Bros.

    Family-owned and local
    Serving Quincy, Abington, and the South Shore.
    Licensed and insured
    MA Master Plumber License PL #17034-M with insured work and professional standards.
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    Need hydrojetting — residential or commercial?

    If a line is backing up now, call so we can tell you whether to treat it as an emergency. If you are setting up a preventive program for a restaurant or building, book a site visit and we will scope the work on-site before quoting.

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    Areas we serve
    QuincyBraintreeWeymouthHinghamPlymouthMarshfieldScituateAbington

    Related services

    Sewer Camera Inspection

    Pair jetting with a camera inspection to diagnose the line before and verify after.

    Standard Drain Cleaning

    For a single-fixture clog where jetting may be overkill.

    Emergency Plumbing

    Active backup or sewer emergency — call first.

    Need hydrojetting — residential or commercial?

    If a line is backing up now, call so we can tell you whether to treat it as an emergency. If you are setting up a preventive program for a restaurant or building, book a site visit and we will scope the work on-site before quoting.

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    Call for urgent help now. Book online when you want the next available fit for your schedule.