Storm Water Inspection & Maintenance Blog
Why is My Stormwater System Flooding?
Flooding in your stormwater system is more than just a headache - it’s a serious problem. It can cause interruptions for your business, have major impacts on your property and neighboring properties, and cost you a lot of money. Flooding is usually caused by one of the following reasons: An...
Mosquito Abatement and Your Stormwater System – What You Should Know
Mosquitos are one of the deadliest creatures in the world. They can carry and transmit several diseases, including West Nile Virus and Lyme disease, posing a major risk for the public. Stormwater infrastructure, specifically full-trash capture devices, are the perfect breeding ground for...
Trash Capture Device Options for Storm Water Systems
When trash enters California waterways via gutters and storm drains, it poses a major threat to aquatic life, wildlife, and public health. For that reason, property owners are responsible for ensuring NO trash is allowed to pass through storm water systems into waterways. There’s a solution:...
The Most Important Storm Water System Regulations You Need to Know
Is your storm water system up to date with California law? The state is strict about regulating storm water runoff in industrial, municipal and residential areas – and this is a good thing! These storm water regulations keep harmful pollutants, fertilizers, debris and other materials from draining...
What’s Involved in Comprehensive Storm Water System Maintenance
What exactly is involved in comprehensive storm water system maintenance? You probably already know that it’s important to have your storm water system inspected and maintained so it can function as designed. Some other benefits of having a healthy storm water system include: 1. Lower total cost....
Fall Storm Water System Maintenance Tips
‘Tis the season! …for routine maintenance of your storm water system. As the rainy season approaches, fall is the most critical time to ensure the system you have in place is functioning properly, not impacted by backups, clogs, and flooding. Here’s why you should make plans today to have your...