CATCH BASIN SERVICE
Clear catch basins. Better site drainage.
Catch basins collect water, sediment, leaves, and debris from paved areas and stormwater systems. Periodic cleaning helps preserve capacity and reduces the chance that accumulated material contributes to slow drainage, odours, or pooling.
WHAT THIS SERVICE DELIVERS
Benefits
- Remove standing water, sediment and debris from the basin
- Help preserve the designed capacity of the basin
- Reduce material that can contribute to pooling and odours
- Create a record of when each basin was last serviced
- Flag visible condition concerns observed during service
Who it is for
Property managers, plaza owners and site supervisors responsible for drainage performance across paved areas.
Common signs service is needed
- Water pooling around the basin grate after rainfall
- Sediment, gravel or leaves visible at the grate
- Odours near drainage points
- Drainage that clears noticeably slower than it used to
- A seasonal or property maintenance interval is due
Applications
SERVICE PROCESS
Four steps, start to finish.
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Identify the basins
Send the site address, the number of basins, their locations, and photos where that is easier than describing them.
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Confirm access and material
TotalVac reviews vehicle access, hose reach, traffic conditions and the expected material before scheduling.
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Service the basins
Accepted water, sediment and debris are removed, grates are replaced, and the work area is left orderly.
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Plan the interval
Seasonal or recurring basin service can be discussed based on sediment load, traffic and drainage performance.
BEFORE THE CREW ARRIVES
Site preparation checklist
A few minutes of preparation keeps the visit short and the work clean.
- Mark the catch basins requiring service
- Keep vehicles and stored materials clear
- Share known access restrictions
- Identify recent spills or unusual material
- Provide approximate basin depth if known
What to send with the request
- Number of basins requiring service
- Site address and where each basin sits on the property
- Known access restrictions or traffic considerations
- Any recent spills or unusual material
- Approximate basin depth, if known
SERVICE QUESTIONS
Catch Basin Cleaning questions
Frequency depends on sediment, debris, traffic, surrounding landscaping, drainage performance, and property maintenance requirements. Periodic inspection can help determine when service is needed.
Yes. Share the number of basins and their locations with the request so the visit can be scoped and scheduled accurately.
No. This service covers vacuum removal of accepted material. If a condition concern is visible during service, TotalVac will tell you what was observed so you can arrange the right trade.
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Send the location, service type, access details, and urgency. TotalVac will review the request and follow up with the next step.