Basement carparks are generally an incredibly efficient use of space. They are great options for a city that is always highly developed, creating parking areas for building residents, employees, customers, and commuters. However, flooding is a risk factor that comes with placing a parking lot underground.
While these facilities are carefully engineered to avoid flooding, it can and does still happen. In this article, we’re going to take a look at why flooding can occur in basement carparks, and why expert de-flooding services are absolutely necessary.
How does a flooded carpark occur?
Flooding in general occurs for a wide range of reasons. That might be due to a burst water pipe or fire hydrant, a heavy downfall of rain and poor drainage, a blocked drain, or some kind of natural disaster. When a facility is situated below the ground, it goes without saying that it is even more at risk of flooding… because water runs to the lowest point!
Basement carparks are designed to ensure that water does not enter. What’s more, drainage is usually impeccable, so that any water that does find its way inside is carried away quickly and safely. However, this doesn’t always go to plan.
At Sydney Sweep and Scrub, we’re the best in the business when it comes to helping carpark owners de-flood their parking facility. We see a wide range of causes, from the usual suspects to some very unexpected reasons! The most common ones we see are:
- Heavy rain or storms, with so much water volume that the drainage system cannot cope. Often, this is the result of debris being swept into your basement carpark and blocking drain entrances, trenches, and pipes.
- Burst pipes are the bane of carparks all around the world. Often, a number of high-volume pipes run along the ceiling of an underground carpark. If one of these bursts and the source of the water cannot be stopped, then flooding will occur.
Either one of these causes can see your basement carpark flood quickly. The most important thing at that point in time is to locate the cause of the flood. Once the problem has been located, you can treat it and stop the water pouring into your carpark. Then, you’ll need to deal with the existing floodwaters. This is where expert de-flooding is essential.
How can we help?
At Sydney Sweep and Scrub, de-flooding carparks is one of our key services. We’re experienced, and we have all of the machinery and equipment. We’ll come right away, and assess the situation with an expert eye. Then, we’ll begin to remove the water from your carpark with a cutting-edge pump system. This enables us to remove the water quickly, safely, and efficiently.
Once we’ve removed the water, we’ll be able to assess the condition of your carpark. There’s a good chance it will be absolutely filthy… which is why thorough machine sweeping and scrubbing is a must after de-flooding. We’ll use our ride-on machines to clean your carpark quickly and efficiently, so your facility is ready to re-open as soon as possible.
This is why expert, fast carpark de-flooding in Sydney is critical
There are a number of reasons why expert carpark de-flooding services are critical.
Get back to work sooner
An expert de-flooding and carpark cleaning service will ensure you can get back to using your facility sooner. We’ll pump out the water quickly and efficiently, and then clean your facility with the best cleaning machinery on the market. Once we’re finished, your basement carpark will be good as new, and ready to use.
It’s safer
Professional de-flooding services are much safer than trying to do it yourself. First of all, you won’t be familiar with the equipment, or how to operate it safely. You’ll also have to pay for it… and there’s a good chance you and your employees won’t be equipped with the right personal protective equipment. We’ve got all of that, and we’re ready to help.
Prevent damage
Inexperienced operators can actually cause more harm than good, and damage your basement carpark facility. This might include damaging drains, accidentally compromising the surface of your concrete floors, or leaving water in certain nooks. We’ll ensure your carpark is left in pristine condition, without damage.
Get in touch for expert Sydney carpark emergency de-flooding
If you need emergency de-flooding, we’re ready to help. Get in touch with us today to discuss your needs. We can’t wait to hear from you.
