Heise's Plumbing completed a commercial hydro jetting and sewer camera inspection for a restaurant in the North Beach neighborhood of San Francisco, CA.
The Problem
The business was experiencing a severe main sewer line backup caused by a heavy grease blockage that threatened to disrupt daily operations, violating wastewater guidelines from the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission.
Our licensed commercial plumbers performed a high-resolution sewer camera inspection to pinpoint the obstruction in accordance with the California Plumbing Code, before using high-pressure hydro jetting equipment to thoroughly clean the sewer line.
Our Inspection
This cleared the grease blockage and restored compliance with standard grease management best practices, removing built-up grease, sludge, and debris from the pipe walls.
Our Solution
After cleaning, a second camera inspection confirmed that the blockage had been completely cleared and normal drainage had been restored.
The restaurant's plumbing system was fully tested to verify proper flow and reliable operation before the job was completed. If your business is experiencing slow drains, recurring backups, or needs sewer line repair, Heise's Plumbing provides commercial drain cleaning, sewer camera inspections, and emergency plumbing services throughout San Francisco and the Peninsula. Businesses throughout North Beach, Fisherman's Wharf, Financial District, and the San Francisco Peninsula trust Heise's Plumbing for commercial plumbing services.
Final Results
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Benefits of Hydro Jetting Sewer Lines
Hydro jetting is the most effective way to clear tough blockages and restore pipes:
- Complete Cleaning: Unlike cable snaking which only punches a hole, hydro jetting scours the entire inside of the pipe.
- Removes Grease & Scaling: High-pressure water blasts away grease, scale deposits, and sludge.
- Clears Root Intrusion: High-pressure nozzles slice through stubborn tree roots blocking the line.
- Prevents Future Clogs: Clean pipe walls prevent debris from catching and forming new clogs.
When is Hydro Jetting Recommended?
Hydro jetting is ideal for severe grease blockages, recurring root intrusions, commercial kitchen maintenance, or pre-lining preparation.
Plumbing Considerations in San Francisco
Properties in San Francisco and the surrounding Peninsula communities feature a mix of historic piping systems and modern upgrades. Homes with legacy cast iron lines are prone to internal scaling and root intrusions, making periodic pipe scoping and proactive system maintenance key for avoiding mainline water backups.
