Drainage Services

General Drainage Services

The process of removing surface, slope, or sub-surface water is called drainage. These systems are connected using pipes, where the sewage, rainwater, liquid waste will be disposed down these pipes. Collecting and removing wastewater is the main purpose of a drainage system. An efficient drainage system prevents the sewers and septic tanks from producing gases. Drainage systems also help keep the water away from walkways and driveways and help minimize flooding. They are an important part of the plumbing system inside a building. Drainage installation is a critical process that requires careful supervision and expert guidance. The system should follow the basic hygienic guidelines and should be able to withstand extreme weather conditions. Drainage systems can be quite cumbersome to fix, therefore it is important to use good quality materials that will last longer. To minimize costly repairs, regular inspections and maintenance must be done.

Drain tile replacement Vancouver

Looking for someone to take care of your drain tile replacement Vancouver neighborhood? Proflow got you. Drain tiles help remove excess water from your floor or foundation. It prevents the groundwater from damaging your buildings or house by gathering water from around the building and disposing of it. Drain tiles are installed at the beginning of the construction process. There can be internal as well as external drain tile systems. If drain tiles are damaged, they can cause damages to your flooring, walls, and furniture. Mold can also become an issue. When you see signs of a damaged drain tile such as water stains in your basement, cracks in the foundation, mildew in the attics, flaking, or deposits on the wall, you should contact your local service provider assigned for drain tile replacement Vancouver immediately. First, they will locate the damage using camera inspection, or by inspecting the damages to your property.

After clearing the gravel layer that covers the drain tile, the damage can be clearly identified. Next, using a high-pressure water jet, the damaged drain tile or parts of it will be flushed out of the system. The damage can be fixed at times, or it will require a replacement. Always choose to fix the damage as long as the cost of repair does not exceed the cost of replacement. The service experts will take precise measurements to ensure that the new drain tile fits the system. You can either use a plastic drain tile or a clay one in case of a replacement. Plastic drain tiles are known to be more durable and less expensive. 

Once the drain tile is fixed or replaced, the experts will again cover the drain tile with gravel and sediment. Replacing the water filtration system at the bottom is vital to ensure the sediment will not seep into the drain tile. Proflow is the best team of experts for your drain tile replacement Vancouver.

Drain tile systems service and repair

Drain tiles remove water from the exterior of the foundation. Most of the time, drain tiles are installed during the phase of the construction of the building. Drain tile failures can lead to disasters where the flooring and walls can be damaged, and even face mold. Drain tiles can fail or get clogged. Either way, you might need to consider your option before opting for a drain tile replacement. If you can hire a drainage service provider, they can use a high-pressure water jet and flush the drain tile system out.

This can only be a temporary solution and will not fix a collapsed pipe or correct the issue with a negative slope. Using a camera inspection, the broken areas of the drain tile can be found and fixed. You can opt for this option if the cost of repair does not exceed the cost of replacement. If you think you’re safer with a replacement, hire an expert to do that for you.

Sewer lines repair/installation

Sewer lines are a big part of the drainage systems. Leaks and damages to sewer lines can be frustrating, and the results can be unpleasant and messy. This is why it is recommended to install the sewer lines using an expert team at once, to minimize the risks of damages and repairs.  It is often difficult to pinpoint the causes of sewer line damages, but it could be due to some of these reasons. Tree roots can be naturally attracted to the small leaks in the sewer pipes, and wrap themselves around the pipes that can break, weaken, or clog the pipes.

Corrosion is another cause. Most of the sewer pipes are made of steel or cast iron, and they’re galvanized to prevent corrosion. Small particles of the galvanized areas once damaged can lead to corrosion. Debris and other objects can also cause clogging. Digging a trench around the pipe or trenchless pipe repairs are options you can use, before considering a replacement. Pipelining is used when the damage is minimal, and pipe bursting is used when the sewer lines are damaged to a great extent. However, if the cost of repair exceeds the cost of replacement, always opt for a replacement.

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Drain tile/ sewer main camera inspection

Camera inspections are quite useful to identify broken drain tiles and damaged areas insides of the drainage systems beyond our reach. These video camera heads are connected to flexible cables and then sent down the pipes to identify the problems. Being able to identify the place of damage and the extent of damage are the two biggest advantages of this feature. Most local service experts own these cameras, so be sure to ask.

Pressure Jetting and Cleaning Sewer Main/Storm Drain system

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Pressure jetting, also known as sewer jetting, is a professional method used by plumbing experts to clean sewers and drainage systems. A high-pressure water stream is aimed through jetting nozzles to unclog, clear debris and other objects, and clean the insides of the pipes. Pressure jetting can help maintain the sewer and drain systems in optimum conditions and mitigates the damages and deteriorations in the future. Oils, minerals, grease, mud, tree roots, and sludges are common causes of clogging. Pressure jets are the easiest and safest methods to get rid of these causes.

Drain tile repair Surrey

Looking for someone to take care of your drain tile repair Surrey neighborhood? Proflow got you. Drain tiles help remove excess water from your floor or foundation. It prevents the groundwater from damaging your buildings or house by gathering water from around the building and disposing of it. Drain tiles are installed at the beginning of the construction process. There can be internal as well as external drain tile systems. If drain tiles are damaged, they can cause damages to your flooring, walls, and furniture. Mold can also become an issue. When you see signs of a damaged drain tile such as water stains in your basement, cracks in the foundation, mildew in the attics, flaking, or deposits on the wall, you should contact your local service provider assigned for drain tile repair Surrey immediately. First, they will locate the damage using camera inspection, or by inspecting the damages to your property.

After clearing the gravel layer that covers the drain tile, the damage can be clearly identified. Next, using a high-pressure water jet, the damaged drain tile or parts of it will be flushed out of the system. The damage can be fixed at times, or it will require a replacement. Always choose to fix the damage as long as the cost of repair does not exceed the cost of replacement. By using the camera inspections, it is easy to identify the exact damage and take measures to fix it. Once the drain tile is fixed, the experts will again cover the drain tile with gravel and sediment. Replacing the water filtration system at the bottom is vital to ensure the sediment will not seep into the drain tile. Proflow is the best team of experts for your drain tile repair Surrey. 

Contact us for all your drain tile repair, service, and replacement needs. We will assist you and provide the best service possible with our highly skilled team of experts.

Drainage And Sewer Service

Sewer backups, clogging, drainage pipe damage is some of the situations where you will require services from an expert. Internal drainage problems such as clogged bathtubs, sinks and drains, poor toilet flushing, etc. are usually caused by blockages, clogs in the p-traps, or the clogs in the u-shaped sections of the drainpipe. Additionally, debris and objects can plug the sewer service, and causes water to back up through the floor drain. When these situations occur, it is crucial to call a service expert as soon as you can and get their help and guidance to restore the previous conditions of your drainage and sewer lines.

Sump Pump Replacement

Sump pumps are important equipment of plumbing that helps protect your property from floods, water damage, and astronomical repairs. Monitoring the status of your sump pump now and then will save you from these hassles. Sump pumps need replacements every 7-10 years. Sump pumps can age with the frequency of use, the volume of disposal of water, and the runtime of its cycles. Having a plumber inspect, service, and clean the sump pump can extend their lifetime them.

 If the sump pump is constantly running regardless of the water levels and weather conditions, it means your sump pump is malfunctioning. Loud noises are another indicator that your sump pump needs replacement or repair. If your sump pump is causing clogging, immediately call an expert to get it replaced. Replacing a sump pump can be done by unplugging the old sump pump, disconnecting it from the discharge lines, connecting the pipe to the new sump pump, lowering the new sump pump into the pit, checking the level and float switch, and finally connecting the discharge line. If you’re unsure of what to do, use an expert to replace your sump pump for you.

Clogged Kitchen Sink

A clogged kitchen sink can be the conclusion when your kitchen sink is not draining properly or drains very slowly. Most often, you can feel a bad odor too. Clogs of the kitchen sink can be due to oil, small objects, food particles, or grease not being disposed of through the drainage system. If the blockage continues, the pipes can be damaged, or worse, get burst. Plunging can help with kitchen sinks, where the cup plungers can use the seal and pressure mechanism to force the blockage to be released. Make sure your sink contains enough water to submerge the plunger in. If needed, an expert can visit and inspect your garbage disposal, and use advanced technology or equipment to unclog the sink for you.

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Clogged Toilets

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Clogged toilets can be one of the most unpleasant experiences you can go through. If you do not own a plunger, it can get worse. A blocked toilet can interrupt your day-to-day life and even require a plumbing and drainage expert’s help. A plunger helps in most cases. It is one of the most important pieces of equipment to keep in your household. A plunger eliminates the air, and once a good seal is built, water will rush down the drain. However, where home remedies don’t work, you will need to contact a plumber to unclog the toilet for you. They have advanced methods to apply pressure and force the waste down the drains and will succeed in unclogging your toilet at all times.

Clogged Bathroom Sink

A bathroom sink can become clogged with hair, soap scum, or any other objects being trapped in the p-trap. Damaged pipes can be another reason. When hair clumps are stuck, the best method to unclog is by using a pair of long tweezers to remove the hair. Disassembling the drain will give you a better view of what is stuck, and where it is stuck. During the use of hard water, soap scum can also build up in the pipes and foster mold and mildew. 

Pouring hot water or water with baking soda and vinegar down the drain will help with this situation. However, in other cases such as a block near the p-trap or damaged pipes, it is wise to seek a service expert to unclog your bathroom sink and clear up the drainage for you.

Clogged Bathtub

Bathtubs can easily get clogged with hair and soap/shampoo buildup. Shaving in the tub or hair fall can be the main culprit of the clogged bathtubs. Sometimes, even debris and other objects can get stuck in the drainage and cause a blockage. To fix a clogged bathtub, the stopper or strainer needs to be removed first. Once removed, you can run the water down the drain to see if there’s any hair, buildup, or debris blocking the drainage. 

Once these obstacles are removed or dissolved, your bathtub is likely to function normally again. However, in rare cases where your bathtub is still unclogged, it might be due to damaged pipes or a complicated situation in your drainage system. Contact a professional to inspect your bathtub and the drainage to find the best solution for you.