What Is Catch Basin Cleaning? (And Why Toronto Property Owners Should Care)

Worker in orange safety gear using a vacuum truck to clean a catch basin in a city parking lot with buildings in the background.

Catch basin cleaning isn’t just about keeping things tidy underground—it’s about protecting your property, preventing floods, and keeping Toronto’s drainage systems flowing smoothly. Whether you manage a residential property, a plaza, or an underground garage, keeping your catch basins clean can save you from a soaked nightmare. In this blog, we’ll walk through what catch […]

What is the Process for Cleaning a Catch Basin?

A close-up of a catch basin cover with fallen autumn leaves and debris scattered over it. The image shows the metal grid of the drain cover partially covered by dry leaves, indicating the need for cleaning and maintenance. The overall lighting suggests a late afternoon or early evening setting.

Catch basins are a crucial component of stormwater management systems, ensuring that excess rainwater doesn’t flood properties or streets. They are designed to capture debris, sediment, and pollutants before they enter the larger drainage system, helping to maintain water flow and protect the environment. Regular cleaning of catch basins is vital to keep these systems […]

Signs Your Catch Basin Is Clogged and Needs Cleaning

Street catch basin partially blocked by fallen autumn leaves and debris, indicating potential clogging and drainage issues.

Catch basins play a quiet but crucial role in protecting your property from flooding and water damage. Tucked under grates on streets, driveways, and parking lots, these stormwater traps help control runoff by capturing debris before it flows into the city’s drainage system. But here’s the catch: when a catch basin is clogged, the problems […]

How Often Should You Clean Your Catch Basin in Toronto’s Climate?

A worker using a vacuum hose to clean debris and water from a street catch basin, with the metal grate removed and placed nearby on the pavement.

Toronto’s climate isn’t gentle on drainage systems. With spring snowmelt, heavy summer storms, fall leaf buildup, and winter salt runoff, catch basins in the GTA go through a serious beating. These stormwater control structures are meant to trap debris and allow clean water to drain. But without regular maintenance, they get clogged—and when that happens, […]