Hear from Our Customers
You know that slow kitchen sink that’s been driving you crazy for months. The shower that pools water around your ankles. The basement drain that smells like something died down there.
Hydro jetting doesn’t just push the problem further down the line like a snake does. It scours your pipes clean with pressurized water streams up to 4,000 PSI, removing grease buildup, soap scum, mineral deposits, and even tree roots that have been growing in your sewer line for years.
When we’re done, your water flows fast and stays flowing. No more standing water in your sink. No more scheduling your shower around how long it takes to drain. Just pipes that work the way they’re supposed to.
Emma Plumbing has been serving Burlington homeowners since 2007. We started in new construction but quickly realized that’s not where the real problems are.
The real problems are in your 50-year-old cast iron pipes, your main sewer line that’s been collecting grease since the Clinton administration, and your bathroom drain that’s been slow since you moved in. Burlington’s older homes need plumbers who understand how these systems actually work.
We give you upfront pricing before we start, a 1-year labor warranty on our work, and a 7-day guarantee on drain cleaning. No surprises, no comebacks, no excuses.
First, we run a camera through your drain to see exactly what we’re dealing with. Tree roots, grease buildup, collapsed sections, foreign objects – we need to know what’s down there before we start blasting water at 4,000 PSI.
Next, we insert a specialized nozzle connected to our high-pressure water system. The nozzle has forward-facing jets to break through blockages and rear-facing jets that scrub the pipe walls clean as we pull it back through.
The pressurized water cuts through grease, pulverizes mineral deposits, and shreds tree roots. Everything gets flushed out to the main sewer line. When we’re done, we run the camera through again so you can see your clean pipes on our monitor.
Ready to get started?
Every hydro jetting service includes a free camera inspection before and after the cleaning. You’ll see exactly what was blocking your drain and exactly how clean we got it.
Burlington’s older neighborhoods have unique challenges. Many homes still have original cast iron pipes from the 1960s and 70s. These pipes develop rust scales and mineral buildup that traditional snaking can’t remove. Our hydro jetting equipment is specifically designed to handle these older systems without causing damage.
We also provide a detailed report of what we found and recommendations for preventing future problems. Burlington homeowners deal with a lot of tree root intrusion due to the mature oak and maple trees throughout the area. We’ll show you where roots are likely to return and discuss your options for long-term prevention.
Our hydro jetting service typically ranges from $350 to $600, depending on the severity of the blockage and the length of pipe that needs cleaning. We always provide upfront pricing after our free camera inspection, so you’ll know the exact cost before we start any work.
The price includes the initial camera inspection, the hydro jetting service, and a follow-up camera inspection to verify the pipes are completely clean. We don’t charge extra for travel time within Burlington, and there are no hidden fees or surprise charges.
Most homeowners find hydro jetting costs less than repeated service calls for the same recurring drain problem, especially when you factor in our 7-day guarantee on drain cleaning.
Hydro jetting is actually safer for your pipes than traditional snaking methods when done by experienced professionals. Our equipment allows us to adjust water pressure based on your pipe material and condition, typically using 1,500-4,000 PSI depending on what we find during the camera inspection.
Many Burlington homes have cast iron or clay sewer lines that are 40-60 years old. We inspect these pipes carefully before hydro jetting to identify any weak spots or areas that need repair. If your pipes are too damaged for hydro jetting, we’ll tell you upfront and discuss your repair options.
The high-pressure water actually removes corrosive buildup that weakens pipes over time, potentially extending the life of your plumbing system. We’ve been safely hydro jetting Burlington’s older pipe systems for 17 years without causing damage.
Most residential hydro jetting jobs in Burlington take 1-3 hours from start to finish, including the initial camera inspection, the cleaning process, and the final inspection to verify results.
Simple blockages in kitchen or bathroom drains usually take about an hour. Main sewer line cleaning typically takes 2-3 hours, especially if we’re dealing with extensive tree root intrusion or years of grease buildup.
We don’t rush the process because thoroughness matters more than speed. The initial camera inspection alone can take 30-45 minutes as we examine the entire length of your drain line to identify all problem areas and plan the most effective cleaning approach.
Hydro jetting removes virtually any blockage that doesn’t belong in your pipes. This includes grease and food buildup in kitchen drains, hair and soap scum in bathroom drains, mineral deposits from hard water, and tree roots that have grown into your sewer line.
We regularly clear blockages that traditional snaking can’t handle, like hardened grease that’s been accumulating for years or thick root masses in main sewer lines. The high-pressure water cuts through organic material and pulverizes mineral buildup that mechanical tools just push around.
Burlington’s mature trees create unique challenges with root intrusion. Our hydro jetting equipment can cut through root systems up to several inches thick, completely clearing the pipe diameter. However, if roots have caused pipe damage, we’ll identify that during our camera inspection and discuss repair options.
Most Burlington homeowners benefit from hydro jetting every 2-3 years for preventative maintenance, but the frequency depends on your specific situation and pipe condition.
If you have mature trees on your property, you might need root removal every 18-24 months. Homes with frequent cooking and grease disposal might need kitchen line cleaning annually. Commercial properties with high usage typically require more frequent service.
We’ll give you a realistic maintenance schedule based on what we find during your initial service. Some customers need annual cleaning, others go 4-5 years between services. The camera inspection shows us exactly how quickly your pipes accumulate buildup, so we can predict when you’ll need service again.
Yes, we provide 24/7 emergency plumbing services throughout Burlington, including emergency hydro jetting for severe backups and overflows that can’t wait until regular business hours.
Emergency situations include sewage backing up into your basement, multiple drains backing up simultaneously, or any situation where wastewater is creating health hazards or property damage. We respond to Burlington emergency calls within 1-2 hours, even on weekends and holidays.
Emergency service rates are higher than regular scheduled appointments, but we’ll always give you the exact pricing over the phone before dispatching a technician. Sometimes a severe backup requires immediate attention to prevent thousands of dollars in water damage, making emergency hydro jetting a smart investment.
Local Resources
Useful Links
