Pipe Jet Rodding
Pipe jet rodding is a high-pressure cleaning method used to clear blockages, remove hardened sediment and restore flow capacity within stormwater, sewer and drainage systems. Using controlled water jets delivered through specialised hose systems, jet rodding is capable of breaking down debris, roots and accumulated scale without causing structural damage to pipes or joints. This technique is essential for maintaining asset performance in both public and private networks, particularly in environments where hydraulic efficiency and system compliance are critical.
Across Brisbane, the Gold Coast and South East Queensland, our jet rodding services support routine maintenance schedules as well as urgent interventions following flooding or infrastructure failure. The process is commonly used ahead of CCTV inspection and repair works, ensuring pipelines are free of obstruction and safe for assessment. By removing obstructions before they impact system capacity, jet rodding reduces the risk of surcharge events, surface flooding and downstream contamination.
Our teams operate jet rodding units in conjunction with vacuum loading, enabling simultaneous extraction of dislodged material to prevent recontamination of the asset. This integrated approach ensures that sediment, sludge and organic build-up are fully removed rather than relocated further within the system. Works are carried out under strict WHS controls, including confined space procedures, exclusion zones and environmental safeguards, particularly where works are adjacent to road corridors or public access areas.
Jet rodding is suitable for a wide range of pipe materials and diameters, including concrete, PVC, steel and earthenware infrastructure. Whether deployed as part of scheduled asset maintenance or emergency response, it offers a non-invasive and highly effective method of restoring operational performance. By maintaining clear pipeline systems, asset owners avoid costly remediation and ensure continued compliance with regulatory and environmental standards.