Yes — hydro jetting and drain jetting are the same thing.
The terms are used interchangeably in the industry. Both refer to the same process: using highly pressurized water (typically 3,000–4,000 PSI for residential, up to 4,000+ PSI for commercial) delivered through a specialized jetting hose and nozzle to blast through blockages and clean pipe walls.
You might also hear it called ‘water jetting,’ ‘high-pressure drain cleaning,’ or ‘sewer jetting.’ Same process, different names. Some companies use ‘hydro jetting’ as their preferred term; others say ‘drain jetting.’ We use both.
What it is NOT the same as: drain snaking. A drain snake (also called an auger) physically punches through a clog — it breaks it apart but does not remove the buildup from the pipe walls. Jetting removes the material entirely, restoring full diameter flow. For recurring clogs or serious buildup, jetting is the better solution.
Questions about your pipes? Call Sunburst Environmental at 678-799-4389 — same-day response across Metro Atlanta and North Georgia. Or request a free estimate online.