‘Saving Money on Drain Cleaning’ Archives
Cleaning Outdoor Drains
We frequently hear from customers who use their sewer jetters to clean outdoor drains. Their projects include: Removing silt and debris from landscaping and agricultural drains. Clearing sediment from drain tile pipes surrounding a home. Cleaning the pipes that connect to septic systems. While many customers tell us they had an easy [...]
New, Low-Cost Gas Pressure Washers
For months now we've heard that a new category of budget-friendly, sub- $200 gas-powered pressure washers is on its way. Today we spotted this new, $199 gas pressure washer at a local warehouse club. This unit costs about 1/3 less than any gas model we've seen in the past. Rated to deliver 2.1 GPM at 2600 PSI, this machine should give you [...]
Why Sewer Jetting Can Fail
Thanks to our 100% satisfaction warranty for do-it-yourself users, if a customer is unhappy with their Clog Hog sewer jetter we're likely to hear about it. The good news is that only a very small percentage of Clog Hog products are ever returned for a refund. It's rare for owners of gas-powered pressure washers to return their sewer [...]
Should I Build a Sewer Jetter, or Buy a Manufactured One?
If you enjoy do-it-yourself projects you could find great satisfaction in building a powerful, time-saving sewer jetter with your own hands. The parts to build a good quality sewer jetter are available online, as we'll show in this article. You'll also find articles to help you choose the right components in the Sewer Jet Tech section of this [...]
How Long Does a Jetter Nozzle Last?
If you're new to sewer jetting you might wonder how long a sewer jetter nozzle can be expected to last. Knowing this information can help you plan the purchase of a spare. The good news is that high-quality sewer jetter nozzles, including the nozzles found on Clog Hog drain cleaners, tend to wear out gradually with a slow enlargement of their [...]
Differences Between a Mechanical Drain Cleaner and a Sewer Jetter
To clean a clogged sewer drain you've got a choice of using either a mechanical drain cleaner or a sewer jetter attachment for your pressure washer. A mechanical drain cleaner has these advantages: Readily available: mechanical drain cleaners are commonly found at neighborhood tool rental stores. Large object removal: in the hands [...]