What to know about maintenance and prevention
When you own a business, you may not give much thought to your underground drainage and stormwater systems. But now is the time when you need to be aware of what’s going on underground, because falling leaves, mud and sludge, storm water runoff—and soon, melting snow—will all be factors affecting your drainage system. At VacTone, we take care of your drainage systems so you don’t have to.
Stormceptors
Many business owners may not even know if they have stormceptors on their property. A stormceptor is a unit that separates dirt, oil, grease, sediment and other particles from storm water runoff. Trained professionals clean and maintain stormceptors so there are no back-ups that can damage your property.
Catch Basins
Catch basins are pollution collection devices. They are designed to catch excess debris from runoff water before it washes into sewer pipes. Leaves, twigs and dirt accumulate in catch basins. Cleaning should be done usually in spring after the first snow melt. However, fall is the time of year when leaves pile up in the gutters, and they can clog the drainage system. If they’re not removed around storm drain grates, they will cause blockages.
Why You Need Professionals
You need professional contractors, like the ones at VacTone, to clean and maintain your catch basins. Our professionals know that there are several different types of catch basins, and we’ll clean out yours properly, depending on the type you have. We will also remove debris according to the Environmental Protection Agency regulations. If there’s a spill or other danger, the material will have to be tested for contamination, because you don’t want dangerous material getting into your drinking water.
When Do You Call a Professional?
Catch basins need to be cleaned out when they are at least half full. To tell when they’re ready to be cleaned, insert a long stick into the storm drain grate. Notice where it hits debris, and continue on until you reach the bottom. That’s how you can guess how much accumulation there is. If it seems to have 8 to 10 inches , you’ll want to have it cleaned out, because any additional debris will cause overflow and back-up—things you don’t want to have to deal with!
Underground drainage systems are more important than ever. The frequency of storms and flooding in urban areas has increased. And drinking water is carried through miles of old, crumbling pipes. Having professionals who can regularly conduct inspections and perform routine maintenance on your drainage systems will give you peace of mind, knowing that you are protecting your property and your business.
These issues are important, no matter what type of business you have. If, for example, you’re running a restaurant, you don’t want drainage back-up and unsanitary conditions on your property. Prevention will eliminate the need to fix bigger issues down the road.
VacTone Environmental will provide you with high-efficiency vacuum equipment to clear out sludge from your facility. In addition, we’ll set up a regular maintenance schedule. We’re a company that goes the extra mile—for a price that won’t break your budget.
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