If a camera inspection shows a blockage from tree roots or debris and sewage, there are two ways to clean the pipe: hydro-jetting, for which a Chicago based plumbing expert charges about $400, and power rodding, which costs $200–$250.
Hydro-jetting uses pressurized water to blast away blockages and cut through tree roots that might be growing into the pipes. Sometimes chemicals are added to suppress root regrowth and prevent further damage.
Rodding uses a flexible metal cable that threads into drain systems. A rotating cleaning head with sharp teeth is attached to the end of the cable, and as the cable movers through the pipe, it cuts away roots or other materials clogging the line.
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