Picote Pipe Descaling for Cast Iron
Serving all of Battle Creek and the surrounding area.
Old cast iron drains build up thick scale and rust on the inside until the pipe is too narrow to flow. Descaling grinds that buildup away from inside the pipe, so in many cases the line can be restored instead of dug up and replaced.
How Descaling Works
We use a Spartan Tool Revolution, a high speed machine that spins chain heads inside the pipe. The chains scrape scale, rust and hardened buildup off the pipe walls and leave a smooth, full bore surface behind. This method is often called Picote descaling, after the company that developed it.
Because the work happens from a cleanout or an opening in the line, there is no need to break up a basement floor or dig up the yard just to clean the pipe.
When Descaling Makes Sense
Descaling is a strong choice for homes and buildings with original cast iron drains that clog again soon after a cable clears them. It also helps when a camera shows heavy scale or rough walls but the pipe itself is still sound.
If the camera shows a collapsed or broken section, descaling alone is not enough, and we will explain the repair options and their prices before any work begins.
Questions About Pipe Descaling
Do You Need to Dig to Descale a Pipe?
No. We work from inside the pipe through a cleanout or other opening.
How Do I Know if My Pipe Needs Descaling?
We run a camera through the line first, so you can see the scale and the condition of the pipe before we recommend anything.
Does Descaling Work on Pipes Other Than Cast Iron?
It is used most on cast iron, and we will tell you after the camera inspection whether it fits your line.