Yes — rental properties often need drain jetting, and it is the landlord’s responsibility.
Rental properties typically see higher drain use and less careful drain habits than owner-occupied homes. ‘Flushable’ wipes, grease down the drain, and general heavy use accelerate drain buildup. As the property owner, maintaining the plumbing — including the sewer line — is your responsibility, not the tenant’s.
A camera inspection and jetting service at tenant turnover is a smart practice. It documents the pipe condition when a tenant moves in (useful if a clog develops that is clearly tenant-caused) and ensures the next tenant starts with clean lines.
For multi-unit properties — apartment buildings, multi-family homes — shared drain lines serving multiple units can build up quickly. The lines serving the building’s main stack and sewer lateral are particularly worth maintaining on a schedule.
Sunburst Environmental works with property managers and landlords across Metro Atlanta. Call 678-799-4389.