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How to Tell if Your-Catch Basin is Functioning Properly and a Recommended Cleaning Schedule

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A catch-basin is one of those things that are easy to take for granted. Of course, as with so many things we take for granted, if a catch-basin stops working correctly, you could be in for a lot of trouble. Keep reading to find out more.

What is a Catch-Basin?
Also known as storm drains, catch-basins are located along roadways, and they siphon water into the storm drain system. These reservoirs also help to replenish the underground water supply.

It’s also important to understand what catch-basins aren’t. Catch-basins are not trash cans or garbage disposals for whatever finds their way into them. Given their importance to the water supply, we need to be very careful what we allow into catch-basins.

Signs of Trouble
In many ways, it’s hard to notice signs of trouble before it’s too late. After all, we only see part of the catch-basin on a regular basis, and it’s simply a street-level cover.
There are some telltale signs, however, that something is wrong with a catch-basin. The prevalence of strong, foul odours emanating from a catch-basin is often a sign that it needs to be cleaned. Given their utility, catch basins generally do not smell good, but if one is noticeable from a distance, this is most likely a sign that something is affecting its operation.

Tips and Tricks for Maintaining Your Catch-Basin
Plenty can be done to maintain catch-basins, as well. Most things are preventative measures, but they can have a huge impact. As I mentioned earlier, keep garbage and litter from going down the drain.

Many people don’t realize how easy it is, however, to accidentally send this kind of debris down there. Be careful not to clean up yard clippings, litter, or dirt from sidewalks with a hose, as the runoff almost always ends up in catch-basins. Simply by being mindful of what you’re doing with your own lawn and driveway, you can save your catch-basin a lot of problems.

Though they’re easy to miss, catch-basins play an unmistakably important role in how our modern society works. Contact Eden flo for all your Catch-basin cleaning and maintenance needs.

Time for Spring Cleaning – Book your Catch Basin Cleaning

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After any significant storm, it is always a good time for spring cleaning to ensure that the catch basin is free of debris and accumulated dirt. More than just a preventative measure, normal cleanings can ensure that the catch basin is flowing freely, and working properly.

A storm drain, or catch basin, in every neighborhood provides proper drainage of excess water that accumulates after a storm, or from melting snow. Many of the catch basins all across British Columbia experience high flooding throughout the year. It is imperative to remove debris and sediment that has built up and accumulated in the catch basins. Any debris that is left on the surface grates or catch basins will eventually decompose. The rotting solids will make their way into the waterways and can significantly reduce the levels of dissolved oxygen which would increase levels of bacteria in the water.

Remove Harmful Solids
Alternatively, by utilizing vacuum pumps and other devices, the equipment can loosen away all compacted material and remove the solids from the basin. In some areas, this spring cleaning process should be performed frequently as a way to eliminate any blocking of the system which could cause neighborhoods to flood.

Routine basin maintenance is essential because debris, sediment, leaves, trash, chemicals and other harmful pollutants can so easily enter the storm drains. By removing the debris quickly, the removal process can eliminate the potential of the harmful pollutants that could make their way into the beautiful streams, rivers and lakes of British Columbia.

Ideally, it is highly recommended to create and implement an effective catch basin maintenance schedule to ensure that storm water structures and catch basins are flowing freely. To maintain an effective sump capacity, it is recommended that the basin be cleaned before they are half-full or when quickly filling up with dirt, leaves and other debris after the winter months. This can significantly reduce higher pollutant loads and harmful discharges to the area surface waters.

Benefits of a Catch Basin

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A catch basin allows rainwater collected on the streets to flow through underground pipes leading to sewer system. With a grate on top, a catch basin filters large debris from the road, ensuring that only water and smaller rubbish could fit through the slots.

Catch Basin Diagram

As an integral part of a municipal sewer system, the catch basin prevents roads from flooding. However, the catch basin itself could become clogged. A blocked catch basin is not effective in trapping debris and allowing water to flow freely through the drainpipes. Leaves, plastic and other objects could be stuck inside the basin, blocking off the passage of the water from roads.

Since the catch basin is used very often, it has to be cleaned regularly. Otherwise, it wouldn’t be able to serve its original function. An annual inspection should be done to see if the catch basin needs cleaning.

One way of knowing whether the basin should be cleaned is by looking at how much deposit has accumulated at the bottom. If the accumulated dirt is more than one-third the depth of the basin, then the catch basin needs to be cleaned. However, a weekly cleanup is required if trash has already found its way at the bottom of the basin.

The cleaning can be done either manually or by using an equipment. Vacuum pumps pull out the deposits, which are eventually disposed in landfills. Before the debris are thrown, a chemical analysis must first be conducted to check whether the hazardous waste is still within the EPA criteria. The analysis will dictate how the waste should be discarded.

Edenflo uses fast and effective methods for the removal of water, sand and debris from catch basins, culverts, sumps, storm and sanitary pump stations