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What is Catch Basin and Sump Cleaning?

The sewage system plays an important role in every neighbourhood. This prevents floods and ensures that the rainwater is irrigated properly out of the establishments and buildings.

The catch basin and sump are just two of the many components of a sewage system. The sump pit is usually found under the basement where it collects the water and fluids and ensures that the basement is dry. The catch basin, on the other hand, is a part of the storm drain. It traps debris to prevent them from entering the pipes. Even if these two are completely different, both are used in preventing water to accumulate in unwanted places.

The sump pit and catch basin are used all throughout the year, no matter which part of the world you are from. This is the reason why they frequently get blocked by soil and other debris that aren’t caught by the grills. If this happens, there may be water damage in the basement and puddles in the road. Proper maintenance and regular cleaning for these sewage parts is a must, especially if you want to avoid such nuisance and problems. This is also helpful for flooding prevention.

In cleaning the catch basin and sump pit, the deposits and the sludge in those places are hosed and scraped off. This tends to be a bit difficult and tricky if done on your own. This is why contacting professional services is advised for these situations.

Edenflo can provide you with professional cleaning services for your sump pits and catch basins. This prevents the drainage from getting blocked, which may cause problems for you and your family. They can do hydro flushing and hydro excavating in order to clean up the sewage. This preps the sewage system for the storm and keeps your basements dry. Aside from cleaning, they also offer the construction of underground facilities like septic tank and water pipes.

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  • Hydro excavation: This is used in creating septic tank and other underground facilities, like pipe lines. Unlike the traditional excavation, hydro excavating for such purposes are safer and results in less damages. This also ensures that the pipes won’t be damaged and the workers are not placed in such a risky situation. It is also more environment-friendly as the excavation is localized and kept within a certain area.
  • Hydro flushing: Get this service for removing deposits, sludge, and other blockage in your sewage systems. It can also be used in cleaning out the catch-basin in order to prevent flooding in the basement. Edenflo’s combo trucks not only clear out the debris, they also collect the wastes. Hydro flushing does not involve the use of any metals that can potentially damage properties and pipes that are already underground. This assures that the utilities underground are not harmed.
  • Septic tank cleaning: The septic is used a sewage treatment system for small scale purposes. Regularly cleaning out and emptying the septic tank is important in preventing repairs and damages on the tank. This also helps in avoiding health risks that may occur when the tank spills.
  • Sewer and drain cleaning: The sewer and drainage systems are both important in every neighbourhood. This is why they have to be maintained and kept clean regularly throughout the year. If not, this may lead to clogging of the sewage and cause flooding and water damage to homes and infrastructures. Hiring a professional to do the cleaning is good especially for those who want a thorough cleaning of the drainage. This keeps you and your family ready and protected from the storm and heavy rains.