Unclogging manholes, gutters and house drains with the high-pressure cleaner

The household high-pressure cleaner can be fitted with numerous implements that broaden its range of use and enable it to perform not only general but also more specific cleaning jobs.

A good example is operations to unclog manholes, gutters, roofs and house drains, problems for which you would normally have to bring in a specialized technician.

With the right accessory and a little manual dexterity, the high-pressure cleaner can take care of these maintenance tasks, whether routine or extraordinary, with a professional result that will surprise you. 

Unclogging outdoor pipes and manholes with the high-pressure cleaner

Pipe cleaning hoses of various lengths (6-10-15 meters) are available on the market and can be attached to the spraying gun of your high-pressure cleaner. Pressurised water flows out of the heads of the pipe cleaning hose through retro-jets that promote their forward movement, so their rounded brass tip can remove any obstructions while leaving the pipes unobstructed.

Once the required length is defined, the job is very simple:

1. connect the pipe cleaning hose to the spraying gun of your high-pressure cleaner;
2. fit the pipe cleaning hose inside the clogged pipe; this should be done slowly and carefully, trying to get to the clogged area before operating the high-pressure jet;
3. at this point you can press the gun lever, but make sure the pipe cleaning hose is inserted at least 40 cm to avoid splashing outside the pipe;
4. continue making the pipe cleaning hose move forward along the entire length of the pipe, always slowly and carefully; the high-pressure jet will allow the pipe cleaning hose to continue its stroke by removing any clogs that are before it;
5. release the gun lever to stop the high-pressure cleaner, then pull the pipe cleaning hose out of the pipe.

L’acqua in pressione esce dalle testine delle sonde attraverso dei retrogetti che ne favoriscono l’avanzamento, in questo modo la punta arrotondata in ottone può rimuovere gli ostacoli lasciando le tubazioni libere. 

Pressurised water flows out of the heads of the pipe cleaning hose through retro-jets that promote their forward movement, so their rounded brass tip can remove any obstructions while leaving the pipes unobstructed. 

Unclogging house pipes with your high-pressure cleaner

Thinner and more flexible pipe cleaning hoses are also available on the market, in various lengths from 6/10/15 meters, which are designed to unclog house pipes that are smaller and more tortuous than outdoor pipes.
The operation is the same but, unlike traditional pipe cleaning hoses that unclog 8/10 cm diameter pipes, home pipe cleaning hoses can operate even in 4/5 cm pipes and can cope with the sharp bends found in household drains.

Cleaning gutters and downspouts with a high-pressure cleaner

Keeping downspouts and gutters clean and functional is very important for the health of our home. In fact, if the gutters become clogged, rainwater escapes, soaking the perimeter walls with the risk of seepage and permanent damage.

It is best to have an annual cleaning or inspection to keep the stormwater disposal system in good condition at all times.

If you can safely access your roof, periodic cleaning will not be a complicated task, and you can use the regular nozzle of your high-pressure cleaner.

Always be sure to proceed in complete safety, that is, with special harnesses that act as a lifesaver in case of a fall into the void and in the presence of other people who can help you.

If the roof is not too high, you can reach it from below with a curved lance, helping yourself to a ladder or a scaffolding; again, always operate safely, anchoring the ladder and always getting assistance.

A wide range of accessories to expand the possibilities of your Lavor pressure washer

Lavor pressure washers can be combined with a wide range of accessories, designed to meet different cleaning and maintenance needs and make every task even more practical and effective.

Depending on the model and configuration selected, available accessories may include:

• 6-meter pipe cleaning hose to operate in depth in your maintenance work;
• patio cleaner, for cleaning patios, yards and even large surfaces;
• fixed and rotating brushes to work on different types of materials without damaging them;
• high-pressure nozzles with quick coupling, for one-click attachment of the nozzle with the right jet of your choice among jet/fan or rotating jet depending on the dirt to be removed;
• high-pressure hose with quick couplings to connect it with a simple click to both the pump and spray gun of your high-pressure cleaner.

What's more, to get the most out of your high-pressure cleaner, you can choose from a host of other compatible implements, allowing you to turn this tool into the perfect product for every use. Some examples are:

• the hydro-sandblasting lance, for stripping gates, preventing damage to them;
• the adjustable foam lance, to control and dose the amount of detergent used, even against the most encrusted dirt;
• the wheel washing brush, to make your car's rims shine in no time;
• the curved lance, to get to the most hidden places effortlessly.

Lavor high-pressure cleaners support your every task, helping you clean and maintain your garden for a pleasant, healthy and safe environment!