Drain & Sewer Tips / Pricing Guides

Hydro jetting is the deep-clean of the drain world: a high-pressure water hose scours the inside of your pipe wall, cutting through grease, roots, and years of buildup that a snake just pokes a hole through. Here's what it actually costs — and how to know if you need it.

The numbers (2026)

Nationally, hydro jetting averages around $475, with most jobs falling between $350 and $900 for a residential drain and $600 to $1,800 for a main sewer line. Severe blockages, long runs, or difficult access push toward the high end. Colorado Springs pricing tracks close to these national figures. Every reputable company should give you a firm price before the work starts — we do, and estimates are free.

What drives the price

• Length and diameter of the line. Jetting a kitchen branch line is quicker than a 100-foot main.
• Severity of the blockage. Light grease buildup rinses out fast; a root-packed main takes multiple passes.
• Access. A ground-level cleanout makes the job easy. No cleanout, or roof-only access, adds time.
• Emergency timing. A 2 a.m. sewage backup costs more than a scheduled appointment — one more reason not to ignore early warning signs.

Snaking vs. jetting: why the price difference is worth understanding

A basic drain snaking costs less up front — but a snake drills a hole through the clog and leaves the buildup on the pipe walls, which is why the same drain often clogs again months later. Jetting removes the buildup itself. If you're clearing the same line every year, jetting once usually costs less than snaking three times.

Is hydro jetting safe for older pipes?

This is the question we hear most, and it deserves a straight answer: jetting is safe when the pipe is inspected first. We run a camera through the line before jetting to confirm the pipe can handle it and to set the right pressure. If a line is too fragile — badly cracked clay, for example — we'll tell you, because jetting a broken pipe wastes your money. That honesty is the whole reason to have the camera inspection done.

When jetting is the right call

• Repeated clogs in the same line
• Grease-heavy kitchen lines (homes and restaurants)
• Roots in the main line (jetting cuts them out; a camera confirms whether the pipe needs repair)
• Before a trenchless repair or as preventative maintenance on older lines

The bottom line

Expect a few hundred dollars for most residential jobs, more for mains and severe blockages — and always get the camera-verified diagnosis first so you're only paying for what your line actually needs.

Want a real number instead of a range? Drain Plumber Pro gives free, firm estimates across Colorado Springs, Monument, Larkspur, Castle Rock, Castle Pines, Peyton, and Woodland Park. Call (719) 639-4137.