The Difference
Why jetting beats everything else
Rodding pushes a hole through a blockage but leaves the pipe walls coated in grease, scale and debris — the blockage will reform within weeks. Chemical unblockers are ineffective on anything more than surface blockages and can damage older clay pipes. High-pressure water jetting clears the entire pipe bore, washes the walls clean, and removes the root cause of recurring blockages.
Rodding
- Punches a hole, doesn't clear walls
- Blockage returns within weeks
- Can push debris further along
- Limited reach — misses root intrusions
High-Pressure Jetting
- Clears entire pipe bore completely
- Removes grease, scale & root remnants
- Leaves pipe walls clean
- Reaches full pipe run at 4,000 PSI
When you need high-pressure jetting
→Stubborn blockage that rodding or chemicals haven't cleared
→Commercial kitchen with heavy grease accumulation
→Recurring blockage in the same section of drain
→Scale or mineral deposits narrowing the pipe bore
→Root intrusion confirmed by CCTV survey
→Preventative maintenance before problems develop
→Industrial drainage systems requiring specialist equipment
We assess every drain before jetting and use the appropriate pressure and nozzle for the pipe material and condition.
Commercial jetting for businesses
For commercial kitchens, grease interceptors, industrial drains, and property portfolios, scheduled high-pressure jetting is the most cost-effective preventative maintenance available. Grease and food waste accumulate invisibly in kitchen drain pipes — causing complete blockages and expensive emergency callouts at exactly the wrong moment.
NorthFlow provides planned commercial jetting contracts across Teesside and the North East — scheduled at times that suit your business, with full service records provided after every visit.
Had our kitchen drain professionally jetted for the first time after recurring blockages. The difference was immediate and the pipe has been clear for 8 months now. Should have done it years ago instead of buying chemicals.
Sarah M.
Hartlepool
Google ReviewWe had NorthFlow jet our restaurant drains on a Monday morning before opening. They were on time, efficient, and the difference in flow was immediately obvious. On a maintenance contract now — never going back to reactive callouts.
Restaurant Manager
Middlesbrough
Google ReviewIs high-pressure jetting safe for older pipes?
Yes, when carried out by a trained engineer. We always assess pipe condition — often via a quick visual check or CCTV — before applying pressure. Our team has extensive experience with the older clay and cast iron systems common in Teesside's Victorian and Edwardian properties.
How long does drain jetting take?
Most domestic jetting jobs take 30–60 minutes. Commercial systems or heavily blocked pipes may take longer. We give you an estimate on assessment.
How often should a commercial drain be jetted?
For commercial kitchens and food businesses, we recommend every 3–6 months depending on output volume. For lighter commercial use, annually is usually sufficient. We advise the right frequency for your property when setting up a contract.
Can you jet a completely blocked drain?
Yes — high-pressure jetting is specifically designed for complete blockages as well as partial restrictions.
Do you provide commercial jetting contracts across the North East?
Yes — we provide planned maintenance jetting contracts for businesses across Hartlepool, Teesside, County Durham, Newcastle, Gateshead, Sunderland and the wider North East.
