The Storm water Drains

Jordan Dakanalis • September 17, 2025

How to keep storm water drains clear and Pumps ready for Sydney’s heavy rain

Blocked storm water drains and neglected pumps can lead to flooding during Sydney storms. Learn how to protect your building before the rain hits.

Sydney storms don’t wait - are your drains and pumps ready for it?

Sydney’s weather is unpredictable and when the heavy rain arrives, it pours down without mercy, when this happens storm water drains and pump systems are your buildings first line of defense and without the regular checks they need, flooding of your basement is almost guaranteed 


Risking your storm water drains being Unmaintained

Unmaintained drains do not just cause a puddle or two, they create: 

❌Basement flooding that damages vehicles and property 

❌Pump overloads when debris clog the suction lines 

❌ Electrical failures in the pump systems 

❌ Insurance headaches when flooding could have been completely prevented 


For strata and building managers, storm water drains are not something to overlook 


Pumps are put to test in storms

Storm water pumps work hardest when rain is at its peak and without the maintenance you risk multiple factors:

❌ Burnt out motors

❌ Impellers jammed with debris 

❌ Emergency breakdowns at the worst possible time 


and here at SCP we have seen more than 1 pump fail in the worst time possible 


Preventative Maintenance saves you money

We offer 6-12 month checks that are simple, quick and easy for our clients, we also maintain your drains by:

✅  Clearing storm water pits and drains of debris 

✅ Testing float switches and alarms

✅  Checking pump operation under load

✅  Inspecting electrical connections to always maintain electrical safety

✅  Replacing worn parts before failure occurs 


Be storm ready, not storm scattered 

Don’t let your site become the next emergency, especially the storms in Sydney, they are inevitable but flooding basements don’t need to be 


👉 Talk to us today about keeping your pumps scheduled and maintained.

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