Storm Drain Cleaning Edmonton

Professional Storm Drain Cleaning for Homes, Businesses & Commercial Properties

Storm drains help move rainwater and melting snow away from buildings, parking lots, driveways, yards, and other outdoor areas. Leaves, mud, gravel, sand, sediment, garbage, and ice can collect inside these drains and restrict water flow.

At Family Wise Plumbing, we provide professional Storm Drain Cleaning Edmonton services for private residential, commercial, industrial, and multi-unit properties. Our team helps clear blocked outdoor drains, catch basins, parking lot drains, area drains, and connected storm drainage lines.

We work with homeowners, business owners, landlords, condominium boards, property managers, maintenance teams, and commercial property operators.

We proudly serve Edmonton, Sherwood Park, St. Albert, Leduc, Spruce Grove, Stony Plain, Beaumont, and Fort Saskatchewan.

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What Is Storm Drain Cleaning?

Storm drain cleaning is the professional removal of leaves, mud, sediment, gravel, sand, litter, roots, and other materials that block an outdoor drainage system.

Storm drainage systems are designed to collect and redirect rainwater and snowmelt. When the drain opening, catch basin, or connected pipe becomes restricted, water may collect around the property instead of draining away properly.

Storm drain cleaning may be needed for:

Private residential properties
Commercial buildings
Apartment and condominium properties
Parking lots
Warehouses and industrial properties
Retail plazas
Restaurants
Office buildings
Driveways and loading areas
Courtyards and landscaped areas
Private catch basins
Outdoor area drains
Mixed-use properties

Professional cleaning helps restore water flow and reduce the risk of standing water, flooding, and property damage.

Common Signs You Need Storm Drain Cleaning

You may need storm drain cleaning if:

Water collects around an outdoor drain
A parking lot drain is overflowing
Rainwater drains slowly
A catch basin is filled with mud or sediment
Water pools near a building entrance
A driveway or loading area remains flooded
Leaves and debris are covering the drain

Water backs up during heavy rainfall
Unpleasant smells come from the outdoor drain
The drain makes bubbling or gurgling sounds
Landscaping materials have entered the drainage system
Snowmelt creates standing water around the property
The same storm drain becomes blocked repeatedly
Water flows toward the building instead of away from it

A visible blockage at the drain opening may be only part of the problem. Sediment, roots, or debris may also be restricting the underground storm drainage line.

What’s Included in Our Storm Drain Cleaning Service

Our storm drain cleaning service is designed to locate the restriction, remove accumulated debris, and help restore proper drainage. Our service may include:

Storm drainage system assessment
Outdoor drain inspection
Catch basin inspection
Parking lot drain cleaning
Area drain cleaning
Yard drain cleaning
Mud and sediment removal
Leaf and organic debris removal
Clear explanation before work begins

Gravel and sand removal
Mechanical drain cleaning
High-pressure water cleaning where suitable
Connected storm line cleaning
Drain camera inspection recommendation
Water flow testing after cleaning
Drain repair recommendation when damage is found
Preventive maintenance guidance

The correct cleaning method depends on the drain location, pipe condition, access point, type of blockage, and amount of accumulated material.

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1 You Call About the Storm Drain Problem

Call (780) 257-2846 and explain where water is collecting, which outdoor drain is blocked, and whether the problem occurs during rainfall or snowmelt.

2 We Inspect the Drainage Area

Our plumber checks the drain opening, catch basin, surrounding surface, drainage access, visible debris, and signs of a deeper underground blockage.

3 We Locate the Restriction

We determine whether the blockage is near the drain opening, inside the catch basin, or farther along the connected storm drainage pipe. A camera inspection may be recommended when the cause is unclear.

4 We Clean the Storm Drain

Professional drain-cleaning equipment may be used to remove leaves, mud, sediment, sand, gravel, roots, and other debris restricting the drainage system.

5 We Test the Drainage

After cleaning, we test the storm drain where possible and check whether water is moving away from the property correctly.

Storm Drain Cleaning vs Storm Drain Repair

Storm drain cleaning removes debris and buildup that restrict water flow. Storm drain repair is needed when the drainage pipe, catch basin, connection, or drain structure is damaged.

Storm drain cleaning may be suitable when:

Leaves are blocking the drain opening
Mud or sediment has collected inside the drain
Water drains slowly during rainfall
A catch basin needs debris removal
Sand or gravel is restricting the pipe
The storm drain has not been maintained recently

Storm drain repair may be needed when:

The drainage pipe is cracked or collapsed
A catch basin is damaged
The drain has shifted or separated
Water leaks into the surrounding soil
Cleaning does not restore proper flow
The storm line repeatedly becomes blocked because of pipe damage

If leaves, mud, sediment, or debris are restricting the system, storm drain cleaning may restore proper flow. If the pipe or drainage structure is broken, collapsed, or improperly connected, repair or replacement may be required.

Why Storm Drain Cleaning Matters

A blocked storm drain can cause standing water, surface flooding, slippery conditions, landscape damage, and water movement toward the building.

Storm drain cleaning can help:

Improve rainwater and snowmelt drainage
Reduce standing water around the property
Lower the risk of parking lot flooding
Prevent water from collecting near entrances
Remove mud, leaves, sand, and sediment
Reduce unpleasant outdoor drain smells
Protect landscaping and paved surfaces
Lower the risk of water entering lower areas
Support safer walkways and parking areas
Reduce unexpected drainage problems
Identify damaged storm lines earlier
Maintain private property drainage systems

Preventive cleaning can be especially useful before Edmonton’s spring snowmelt and during seasons with heavy rainfall or falling leaves.

Why Choose Family Wise Plumbing?

Local Edmonton plumbing experience
15+ years of practical service experience
100+ completed plumbing and drain-related projects
300+ services catered
Help with storm drain cleaning, catch basin cleaning, commercial drain cleaning, hydro jetting, camera inspection, repair, and replacement
Professional drain-cleaning equipment
Service for homeowners, businesses, landlords, condo boards, and property managers
Clear explanation before recommending work
Honest advice based on the property and drainage problem

Family Wise Plumbing understands common Edmonton storm drainage problems, including spring snowmelt, leaf buildup, parking lot drainage issues, frozen debris, sediment accumulation, and recurring outdoor drain blockages.

Trusted by Edmonton families

Service Areas We Cover

Family Wise Plumbing provides storm drain cleaning across Edmonton and Nearby Cities. Edmonton neighbourhoods we serve:

Downtown Edmonton
Mill Woods
Windermere
Terwillegar
Summerside
Ellerslie
Rutherford
Clareview
Riverbend
Glenora
Bonnie Doon
West Edmonton
North Edmonton
South Edmonton

If you searched for storm drain cleaning Edmonton, catch basin cleaning Edmonton, or parking lot drain cleaning Edmonton, our local team is ready to help.

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FAQs About Storm Drain Cleaning in Edmonton

What causes a storm drain to become blocked?

Storm drains commonly become blocked by leaves, mud, sediment, sand, gravel, litter, roots, landscaping materials, and winter debris. Ice and compacted material may also restrict drainage during Edmonton’s freeze-and-thaw conditions.

What is the difference between a storm drain and a sewer drain?

A storm drain is designed to carry rainwater and snowmelt away from outdoor surfaces. A sanitary sewer drain carries wastewater from toilets, sinks, showers, kitchens, and other indoor plumbing fixtures.

Can you clean parking lot storm drains?

Yes. Family Wise Plumbing can assess and clean private parking lot drains, catch basins, and connected drainage lines for commercial, apartment, industrial, and multi-unit properties.

How do I know if an underground storm line is blocked?

Common signs include standing water, slow drainage, overflowing catch basins, repeated surface flooding, and water remaining long after rainfall has stopped. A drain camera inspection may help locate a deeper restriction or damaged pipe.

Can storm drain cleaning prevent flooding?

Cleaning removes materials that restrict water flow and may lower the risk of drainage-related flooding. However, flooding can also result from damaged pipes, poor grading, undersized drainage systems, or unusually heavy rainfall.

How often should storm drains be cleaned?

The correct frequency depends on the property, surrounding trees, traffic, landscaping, sediment levels, and previous drainage problems. Properties with heavy leaf fall or recurring buildup may benefit from seasonal inspection and preventive cleaning.

When is the best time to clean a storm drain?

Storm drains should be inspected before spring snowmelt, after heavy leaf fall, or whenever water begins draining slowly. Cleaning before seasonal weather changes can help reduce unexpected backups.

Do you clean municipal storm drains?

Our service is focused on storm drains and drainage systems located on private residential, commercial, industrial, and multi-unit properties. Problems involving public streets or municipal drainage infrastructure should be reported to the appropriate municipality.

What areas do you serve?

Family Wise Plumbing serves Edmonton, Sherwood Park, St. Albert, Leduc, Spruce Grove, Stony Plain, Beaumont, and Fort Saskatchewan. We also help homeowners across Edmonton neighbourhoods such as Mill Woods, Windermere, Terwillegar, Clareview, Riverbend, Glenora, and Bonnie Doon.

Book Storm Drain Cleaning in Edmonton

Do not let a blocked storm drain cause standing water, parking lot flooding, unsafe walkways, or damage around your property. Family Wise Plumbing can inspect the drainage system, clear the obstruction, and help restore proper water flow. Book professional Storm Drain Cleaning Edmonton service today.