Drain Jetting — High-Pressure Drain Clearing & Cleaning in East Sussex & Kent
If your drains are blocked, slow-running, or backing up, high-pressure drain jetting is the most effective way to clear them. As drainage contractors based in Battle, East Sussex, we provide drain jetting services across Kent and East Sussex — clearing blocked drains, removing silt and debris, and restoring flow to domestic, agricultural and commercial drainage systems. We own our own jetting equipment and can respond quickly to drainage problems.
Drain jetting uses high-pressure water to blast through blockages, scour the inside of the pipe, and flush debris away. It's effective on silt, grease, fat, scale, root intrusion, and accumulated debris — the most common causes of blocked drains in Kent and East Sussex. Unlike drain rods, which just poke a hole in the blockage, drain jetting clears the pipe completely and cleans the walls to prevent recurrence.
Common Drain Blockages We Clear
Silt and sediment build-up is a frequent problem in land drainage and surface water drainage systems. Soil particles, leaves, and organic matter wash into drains and settle, gradually reducing the pipe's capacity until it blocks completely. This is common in field drainage, French drains, and surface water drains across the Weald of Kent.
Grease, fat, and scale build-up affects foul and combined drainage systems. In domestic and commercial drains, grease and fat solidify as they cool, gradually narrowing the pipe until it blocks. Scale from hard water (common in the chalk areas of the South Downs) also builds up over time, reducing pipe capacity.
Root intrusion is a major cause of blocked drains. Tree and shrub roots find their way into pipe joints and cracks, growing inside the pipe and eventually blocking it completely. Root intrusion is common in old clay drainage pipes, which have many joints for roots to exploit.
Our Drain Jetting Services
We provide high-pressure drain jetting for domestic, agricultural, and commercial drainage systems across Kent and East Sussex. Our jetting equipment delivers high-pressure water through a specialised nozzle that blasts through blockages, scours the pipe walls, and flushes debris away to the outfall. We use different nozzles for different blockages — piercing nozzles for solid blockages, flushing nozzles for silt, and cutting nozzles for roots.
We can combine drain jetting with drainage inspection — using CCTV drain cameras to identify the location and cause of blockages before jetting, and to verify the pipe is clear afterwards. This is especially useful for diagnosing recurring blockages, where the underlying cause (a collapsed pipe, a root intrusion, or a design flaw) needs to be identified and fixed.
For land drainage and surface water systems, we also carry out drain excavation, pipe replacement, and system upgrades where jetting alone isn't enough. We're based in Battle, East Sussex and cover all of Kent and East Sussex. Call us on 07376 622637 for a free drain jetting quote.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is drain jetting?
Drain jetting is a method of clearing blocked drains using high-pressure water delivered through a specialised nozzle. The water blasts through blockages, scours the pipe walls, and flushes debris away. It's effective on silt, grease, scale, and root intrusion. We provide drain jetting across Kent and East Sussex.
How much does drain jetting cost?
The cost depends on the length of drain to be jetted, the severity of the blockage, and the access. Domestic drain jetting typically costs from £150–350. We provide free, no-obligation quotes — call us on 07376 622637 to discuss your drainage problem.
Can drain jetting remove tree roots?
Yes. We use cutting nozzles that blast through root intrusion and clear the pipe. However, roots will regrow into the pipe if the entry point (a joint or crack) isn't repaired. We can advise on whether the pipe needs relining or replacement to prevent recurrence.
Is drain jetting better than drain rods?
Drain rods push through a blockage but don't clean the pipe walls, so blockages often recur. Drain jetting clears the blockage completely and scours the pipe walls, removing the grease, silt, and scale that caused it. For persistent or recurring blockages, drain jetting is the more effective solution.
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Call us for a free quote. Based in Battle, East Sussex — covering Kent and East Sussex. We respond within 24 hours.