
Factors to Consider When Renting Drain and Sewer Equipment*
Rental drain and sewer cleaning equipment offers different
features. Becoming familiar with available options will help you
rent the equipment that best suits your needs.
Type of drain cleaner. The type of drain and sewer cleaning
equipment that you should rent depends on the size and location of
the clogged drain. See
Rental Equipment for Cleaning Drains and
Sewers for more information on the various types and
uses of rental equipment for cleaning drains and sewers.
Source of power. Rental drain and sewer cleaning equipment
comes in manual, electric or gas powered units. Manual units work
best for small clogs or for the inexperienced operator. Electric
drain-cleaning equipment is faster and more powerful than
hand-operated tools. Finally, gas-powered units provide a solution
for cleaning tough, drains clogs where there is no available
electrical source.
Length of cable. Bigger drain or sewer lines require more cable
for cleaning it than smaller drain lines need. You will only need
three to six feet of cable to clear a clogged toilet, but may need
up to 200 feet to clean a main sewer line blocked by tree roots.
Safety features. Since rental equipment to clean drains requires
use around water, you should look for electrical-safety features on
electrical units. Electric drain and sewer cleaning equipment
equipped with a ground
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fault circuit interrupter (GFCI)
helps to prevent electrocutions, as well as electric shocks and
burns, by shutting the equipment down when it detects electrical
current leakage. In addition, a slip-clutch feature stops a cable
from rotating so much that it whips around, possibly injuring the
operator.
Covered cage. Some drain cleaners allow you to use disposable
covers with them to prevent spraying your floors with wastewater
during the drain-cleaning process.
Transportability. You can transport lighter drain-cleaning
units that have fold-down handles easier than some more heavy-duty
models.
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* Article courtesy of
the American Rental Association |