Periodically run a hose through your drains to prevent silt from compacting over time.
Often found under downspouts or in the center of patios. They usually have a plastic or metal grate.
The most common cause of outdoor blockages is a build-up of leaves, silt, and garden debris on the grate.
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Reach into the drain (wearing heavy-duty or shoulder-length gloves) to pull out any mud or trapped organic material. 2. Flushing the System
Run a hose on full flow for one minute. Water should flow freely with no backup. Replace the drain cover securely.
If the hose doesn't work, you’ll need a bit more mechanical force. An outdoor drain auger is longer and sturdier than an indoor one. Feed the cable into the pipe until you hit resistance, then rotate the handle to break up the mass of roots or compacted dirt. Step 5: High-Pressure Water Jetting
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Once a season, stick the hose in your drains to flush out small amounts of silt before they harden.
Put on some heavy-duty waterproof gloves. Reach into the drain or catch basin and pull out as much debris as possible. A small garden trowel or a wet/dry shop vac is also incredibly effective for sucking out standing water and sludge. Step 3: The "Blast" Method
Heavy rain washes soil into the pipes, where it settles and hardens.
Run the hose directly into the pipe. If the water flows through, the blockage was likely minor.