When choosing a jetter, plan for decades not just years Most jetting work involves roots in laterals, grease in commercial lines, routine clean-outs, and scheduled municipal maintenance — work that demands consistency, uptime, and a reliable machine. Most jetters can handle it in the short term. But a jetter is a capital investment, and you should think in decades, not months. That’s where pump design matters. Conventional triplex pumps rely on parts that wear out and need regular rebuilds.