What a Used Hydro Jetter Is Worth in 2026
Quick answer. A used hydro jetter typically sells for $1,500 to $6,000 as a cart unit, $4,000 to $15,000 as a skid, and $12,000 to $45,000 on a trailer. Truck-mounted jetters start at $40,000 with the chassis. These are typical asking prices on the used market; the listings below show what is for sale now.
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Price bands by type
| Type | Typical used range | Who buys it |
|---|---|---|
| Cart or portable jetter (under 4 GPM) | $1,500 to $6,000 | Plumbers, property managers |
| Skid jetter (4 to 12 GPM) | $4,000 to $15,000 | Drain cleaners mounting in a van or on a flatbed |
| Trailer jetter (8 to 25 GPM) | $12,000 to $45,000 | Drain cleaning and sewer contractors |
| Truck-mounted jetter | $40,000 and up, with chassis | Municipal and industrial crews |
Hours, pump brand and whether the unit has been rebuilt move a listing inside its band more than the year does.
What makes one used jetter worth more than another?
Flow and pump condition come first, then the hose, reel and nozzles that come with it.
- GPM and PSI. Flow is what clears a line, so an 18 GPM unit at 4,000 PSI commands far more than a 4 GPM cart at the same pressure.
- Engine and pump hours, and whether the pump (General, Udor, Giant) has been rebuilt with a seal kit or replaced.
- Hose and reel. A fresh 300 foot hose and a working hydraulic reel add real value; a kinked hose subtracts it.
- Tank size and a working antifreeze system for winter work.
- Trailer condition: tires, lights, brakes, a clean title and a hitch that matches your truck.
- Included nozzles. A good set of root cutters and rotating nozzles can be a thousand dollars on its own.
Which jetter brands hold their value?
US Jetting trailer units and Harben jetters hold their value well, and Spartan Tool trades in the middle of the band.
US Jetting trailer units hold value well and have strong parts support; expect the top of the band for a clean 4018.
Spartan Tool jetters are common in plumbing fleets and trade in the middle of the band, with the 727 and 758 being the most searched models.
Harben jetters run the company's own radial piston diaphragm pump, a different design from the triplex plunger pumps on most jetters. Contractors who jet all day prize them, and used Harbens sell fast.
Sewer Equipment of America, Mongoose and Jetters Northwest fill out the trailer market. Cam Spray and Mytana are common in the cart and skid class.
How do you check a used jetter before you pay?
Run it under load, then check the pump oil, the hose and the paperwork before any money changes hands.
- Run it. Watch the gauge come up to rated pressure and hold with the trigger closed.
- Listen to the pump for knocking or a rhythmic tick, both signs of a worn valve or bearing.
- Pull the dipstick on the pump. Milky or foamy oil means water is in the crankcase, often from worn seals, and Cat Pumps says to stop using a pump in that state until the cause is found.
- Unspool the hose and look for abrasion, kinks and crushed sections near the fittings.
- Check the engine for oil leaks, blue smoke on start and a working throttle.
- On trailers, look at tires for dry rot and check that lights and brakes work when plugged into your truck.
- Ask for the last pump rebuild date and any receipts.
- Confirm the title is in the seller's name and the VIN plate matches.
Selling yours
Sellers get the top of the band by listing GPM, PSI, hours and pump brand in the title, photographing the pump plate and the hose, and including the nozzle set. A recent seal kit with the receipt is worth more than a fresh coat of paint.
List it free on YardSwaps and hand it off at your yard. The AI scan reads the plate and drafts the listing, and the price guidance shows where your number sits against comparable sales.
Questions buyers ask
- How long does a hydro jetter last?
- A well maintained trailer jetter runs 10 to 20 years. Pumps get rebuilt every few thousand hours, engines are replaced as needed, and hose is a wear item. Buy on service history, not age.
- Is a trailer jetter worth more than a skid?
- Yes, because it includes the trailer, a larger tank and usually a bigger engine and pump. A trailer unit also moves between trucks, which keeps its resale value up.
- What GPM do I need for 4 inch lines?
- 8 to 12 GPM is the working range for 4 to 6 inch laterals and small mains. Under 4 GPM is for kitchen and bathroom lines. 18 GPM and up is for mains and heavy grease.
- Do I need a CDL to tow a trailer jetter?
- Rarely. Federal rules put a truck and trailer in the Class A group only when the pair is rated 26,001 lb or more and the trailer alone is rated over 10,000 lb (49 CFR 383.91). If the jetter trailer's GVWR plate reads 10,000 lb or less, a pickup can tow it without a CDL. Check your state's rules too.
- Should I buy from a dealer or a private seller?
- Dealers may offer a short warranty and financing. Private sellers usually price lower and you can see how the unit was used. Either way, run it before you pay.
Have one to sell? List it free and hand it off locally. Looking up a specific model? See specs and used prices by model.