What do they use to clean pipes now?

[Wobbra]

I really worry about this, because I live in a super old house, and I know the sewer pipes in my area are ancient. If the cleaning is too aggressive, I’m scared something might go wrong.

[Orbando]

Aren’t the pros supposed to check the condition of the pipes first and then decide how to clean them? Plus, I doubt they still use harsh chemical stuff that could damage the pipes.

[VaiVai]

Well this isn’t even about the chemicals, because in a lot of places they still use the snake method to clean pipes. It takes longer, it’s harder, and honestly I feel like that could damage the pipes too. If you google is hydro jetting better than snaking - Ben's Plumbing actually offers this service all over Seattle – you’ll find a lot of proof that snaking is kind of outdated, and it’s better to go with plumbing companies that use modern methods.