California spends months without any rain and one day an atmospheric river dumps several inches of rainfall. The storm drains, catch basins, yard drains, and downspout lines clogged with debris during the dry spell cannot handle the rainfall and it starts collecting against the foundations, in garages and on parking lots. California Drain Experts prepares your storm drains before the rains start coming by cleaning them.
We specialize in storm drain cleaning in Los Angeles (90012), San Diego (92101), San Jose (95112), Santa Barbara (93101) and Riverside (92501), California. Our services include catch basin clean out, line jetting and camera inspection at upfront prices. Call now for a free quote.
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Storm drain systems on private property are easily overlooked. After several years of service, a backyard area drain, a trench drain on a driveway or parking lot, or any other type of catch basin becomes clogged with leaves and filled with dirt or silt. In California, all of the debris builds up throughout the summer and autumn months, whether due to leaf drop during the Santa Ana winds, landscaped mulch, or even dirt. The first rainfall season exposes every clog simultaneously.
We ensure that the entire storm drain system is cleaned, not just the grate. We will remove sediment from the catch basins and sumps, jet and clear out the piping connecting the catch basins, roots within older piping, and conduct a camera inspection to ensure water will flow to the end of the system. Storm drains are separate from the sanitary sewer system and we keep all debris out of our public waters.
According to stormwater laws in California, rain water should be allowed to flow through storm drains only. All kinds of debris and sediment are cleaned out of private storm systems without dumping it on the street.
We clean the whole drainage path from inlet to outlet so water moves off your property during heavy rain.
We find each of our grates, catch basins, downspouts and outlets so that we know where the water is supposed to go and where it is being held up.
We clean the leaves, silt, and garbage from the catch basins, trench drains and sumps by hand and with vacuums.
We hydro jet between the inlets and outlets to flush out silt, roots, and any other debris that has accumulated and cannot be picked up by our grates.
We flow water through the system and camera the lines as necessary to make sure the water flows to the outlet without backing up.
The ideal time to clean the storm drains is before the first rainfall, not while it is raining. Contact California Drain Experts to unclog catch basins, lawn drains and parking lot drains to get ready for the wet season.
Storm Drain Cleaning Timing and Efficiency: We ensure proper drainage of water during the California storm season for homeowners, HOAs, and businesses.
Storm Drain Cleaning is arranged in early fall to ensure that the system is clear before the rainy season from November to March starts.
Grates, Catch Basins, and Connecting Pipes are cleaned, and then Flow is checked at the outlet rather than just cleaning the visible areas.
Whether it’s a backyard drain or even a shopping center parking lot drain, we have the right equipment for any kind of storm drain cleaning system.
These are the storm drainage problems we clear most often on California properties.
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During dry season, leaf fall and other debris such as wind-blown debris accumulate over the storm grate covers and clog the catch basins; hence the first storm water is unable to find its way through.
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Silt and dirt from the landscaping, hillsides, and construction sites finds its way into the storm sewer systems, and it accumulates gradually until the pipes are closed off.
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Older storm drain pipes will be clogged by underground downspout pipes carrying roof grit and debris where water may then overflow at the foundation.
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Storm drain systems for commercial property and long driveways depend on catch basins and trench drains, which may result in problems when clogged.
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Parking lots and driveways make use of catch basins and trench drains. Blockage of these systems causes water to collect and pose risks.
The services of California Drain Experts include drain cleaning for all the people who face drainage problems such as clogged drains and slow draining water in California. Modern techniques are employed to detect the issues and provide complete drain cleaning. If you face any problem related to your drainage system, we can be of assistance to you.
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Expert drain cleaners that San Diego locals call on to clear grease, hair, sludge and other blockages from the sinks, showers, bathtubs and underground lines. Keeps blockages, odors and slow drains away from your home or office.
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Main line cleaning cleans out the line where all the waste water comes out. Whenever you notice that more than one drain is getting clogged at the same time, this is the type of drain cleaning that should be carried out. It includes diagnostics with a camera, cable machine cleaning and hydro jetting.
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Whenever a clogging problem arises when you least expect it, our emergency drain cleaning service near me will come to your rescue with professional equipment to clear out the clog.
Buildups of grease, hair, and soap form in the kitchen, bathroom, shower, and laundry drains over time. A thorough clogged drain cleaning means removing these blockages so that there will be continuous flow.
A high pressure water system cleanses the pipe walls by washing the inside where snaking does not get grease, mineral deposits, and sludge.
Your main sewer line cleaning and maintenance is done through the use of HD Camera Technology where we get an actual view of the problem rather than guessing.
Keep the storm drain, yard drain, and catch basin clear of debris such as leaves, dirt, and sediment in order to prevent flooding during the winter storms.
Clear grease, fats, oil, and food waste from your system. Eliminate any odors and clogs by doing routine cleaning.
Septic Tank Cleaning is the most common service offered. Clear your septic system.
We will restore flow to your plumbing system even if the drains have been broken, leaking or have collapsed using trenchless techniques that won’t harm your landscaping.
Snaking and cabling will remove the stubborn clogs that have been caused by hair, grease and other foreign objects within the pipes without damaging them.
Our technicians will arrive promptly to take care of any sewer backup problems and help reduce health risks.
Ensure that plumbing in your place of business flows without hitches. We deal with hard to reach blockages and build-up in commercial buildings such as restaurants and offices to reduce any disruption.
The sewer camera inspection lets you know what is present in your pipes such as blockages, fractures and roots so that any repair is done at the right spot.
We eliminate soil, sediment, roots and other materials that hinder the flow of water through your french drains.
We offer storm drain cleaning service to homeowners, HOAs, apartment buildings, and commercial properties throughout Southern California, the Bay Area, the Central Valley, and the Inland Empire. Spring cleaning service is highly recommended for hillsides, canyons, and tree-lined areas. Cities serviced include:
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Our customers value our quick service and effective drain cleaning.
Our kitchen drain had been sluggish for many weeks but suddenly stopped working completely one Sunday. They came that same afternoon and removed all of the grease from the pipes and even showed us their video footage. Extremely reasonable pricing and extremely clean job!
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John D.
Homeowner, Sacramento
We had problems with sewer backups in our shower. They discovered tree roots in our main sewer pipe and cleared them out right away. The best explanations I’ve ever gotten!
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Sarah L.
Homeowner, San Diego
I own a small restaurant and we were having problems with slow floor drains, which ruined our dinner rush. They came at night to jet the lines for us and we’ve never had a backup since.
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Mike R.
Restaurant Owner, Los Angeles
Contacted them at 11 PM due to a blocked toilet. They responded within an hour. Very professional, very polite, definitely worth the price!
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Emily T.
Homeowner, San Jose
We bought an old house and needed information on the status of the sewer line. Upon inspection through camera, they told us there was a crack and showed us what needs to be done.
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David K.
Home Buyer, Oakland
We had recurring blockage issues with the bathroom sink drains every two months. They told us there was a build-up of minerals in the pipes and hydro jetted the pipes. Everything is now fine.
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Laura S.
Homeowner, Riverside
California’s storm drain issues are seasonal. During long periods without rain, there is buildup of debris, while winter storms test all of the drains simultaneously. There is also a lot of sediment and mud flow for hillside and wildfire burn areas.
Los Angeles: Orange County and the Inland Empire have problems with Santa Ana winds blowing dirt and vegetation into catch basins and area drains during the fall, before the rainy season.
San Francisco: Oakland and San Jose areas have issues with hillside homes and old buildings having problem with area drains and retaining wall drains blocked with leaves and silt.
Sacramento: Fresno and Bakersfield have problems with flat lots and lots of rain in the wintertime causing pools of water around homes and business because of yard drains and catch basins.
Maintenance of the private storm drain falls under the property owner’s duty to maintain. Maintenance ensures that the drains will not harm the foundation and helps in adhering to the local regulations about keeping the drains clear of any material in public drains.
During heavy rainfall in California, there could be a heavy accumulation of rainwater within minutes.
Hilly regions and properties located next to the region hit by recent wildfires are usually full of mud and sediments in the storm drains due to rain.
Storm drain cleaning prevents flooding that would otherwise show up during the worst storm of the year. Here are three jobs typical of our work in California.
In San Jose, an HOA had water collecting in their common walkway after each rainfall due to their area drains being clogged with leaves and silt.
Our crew removed all debris from all grates and catch basins, jetted the lines connecting to the street outlet, and restored proper drainage.
An annual cleaning in early October was scheduled before the rainy season.
In Riverside, there was a retail center that experienced flooding in their parking lot near the entrance whenever it rained.
We vacuumed the sediment out of the catch basins and storm lines and verified that there was flow by camera.
A twice-yearly cleaning plan was set up, before and after the rainy season.
On a Santa Barbara hillside home, water was collecting along the back wall of the house during the winter rains.
The problem in the backyard area drain and the downspouts was cleared of mud and roots.
The homeowner was advised to check grates after windstorms and before major rain.
The cost of storm drain cleaning in California is dependent on the number of inlets, length of pipes, sediment build-up, and whether jetting is needed or not.
| Service | Typical Price Range |
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| Residential yard or area drain cleaning | $175 to $350 |
| Downspout line clearing | $150 to $300 per line |
| Residential storm line hydro jetting | $350 to $700 |
| Catch basin cleanout (each) | $150 to $400 |
| Commercial parking lot system cleaning | $600 to $2,500+ |
| Camera inspection of storm line | $150 to $350 |
| Emergency storm service | Standard rate + $100 to $200 |
Typical storm drain cleaning costs in California:
Storm Drain Cleaning Santa Barbara, CA
93101
Storm Drain Cleaning Thousand Oaks, CA
91360
Storm Drain Cleaning Temecula, CA
92590
Storm Drain Cleaning Santa Rosa, CA
95404
Storm Drain Cleaning Oceanside, CA
92054
Here are answers to common questions about storm drain cleaning in California.
The ideal time for this is early fall, either September or October, before the onset of the rainy season in November. Land that has numerous trees or hill runoffs can also do with a mid-season cleaning.
Drainage for the yard, drainage for the area, downspout systems, and catch basins on site are the responsibility of the owner. Storm drains along the street are the responsibility of the city/county.
It normally takes between $175 and $350 for the cleaning of one residential yard drain alone. The entire residential system, which incorporates jetting, is charged between $350 and $800, while commercial parking lot system costs range between $600 and $2,500 or even more.
No. In California, storm drains carry rainwater and usually discharge to the street or local waterways without treatment, while sewer lines carry wastewater to a treatment plant. Only rainwater should enter storm drains.
Yes. When yard and downspout drains clog, water pools against the foundation and can cause settling, cracks and moisture problems. Keeping storm drains clear is one of the simplest ways to protect a home.
Reach out to California Drain Experts to clean your storm drains before the next rainfall. Our experts will clean your yard drains, catch basins, downspout lines, and parking lots in California.
Don’t wait till the last minute. Get our pre-season storm drain cleaning done now with transparent pricing.
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