How to Maintain Outdated Sewer and Drain Pipes

SAN FRANCISCO — If you live in an older home or building, you may have an outdated plumbing system. Ideally, you should replace the outdated components of your system with new ones. These may include sewer and drain pipes, water pipes, water heaters, and old toilets. Replacing these things with new, updated components will greatly improve your plumbing system’s performance.

Unfortunately, not everyone has the money to update their plumbing systems. In this case, the next best thing you can do is maintain the system you have. For example, if you have trouble with your sewer and drain pipes getting clogged up, one service you can get is hydro-jetting. With hydro-jetting, a plumber uses pressurized water to clear drain and sewer pipes of clogs and buildup. By having your pipes hydro-jetted every three to six months, you can keep them working and avoid backups.

If you decide to get recurrent hydro-jetting services, find a quality plumber who will do the job correctly and for a reasonable price. Many plumbers provide a discounted rate for this type of ongoing service.