Delivers 3,000 to 4,000 PSI of water to scour clay, silt, and grease off the pipe wall. It is the fastest way to restore a storm line that has not been cleaned in years.
Storm Drain Cleaning Lenexa KS that stops street flooding
Storm Drain Cleaning Lenexa KS clears the catch basins, grates, and underground lines that carry rainwater away from your property. We handle storm drain unclogging in Lenexa KS for homeowners, HOAs, and commercial lots across Johnson County.
Serving Lenexa and nearby areas.
How big is the storm drain job?
Multi-inlet
Several basins feeding one line, common on HOA and commercial lots.
- 1. Single inlet One driveway or yard basin with a short buried run.
- 2. Multi-inlet Several basins feeding one line, common on HOA and commercial lots.
- 3. Full system Long runs, multiple inlets, and root cutting planned in writing first.
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- Camera firstWe look before we clean
- Flow testWe watch the water drop
What our storm drain cleaning includes
Every storm drain cleaning job covers the full path from grate to outlet.
Work order
Storm Drain Cleaning- Grate and basin clearing: We lift the grate, remove leaves, trash, and sediment by hand and with a pressure washer, then bag and haul the debris off-site. Basin walls get scraped down so future flow is not restricted by leftover material.
- Hydro jetting or snaking: The buried line gets jetted at 3,000 to 4,000 PSI or snaked with a RIDGID K-400 when roots are present. We work from the downstream end so debris exits the system instead of piling up in your lot.
- Drain camera inspection: A drain camera runs the full length of the pipe before and after cleaning. You see the blockage, the pipe condition, and the clear result. Cast iron pipe scale, offset joints, and root intrusion all show up on the footage.
- Flow test and flush: We flood the line and watch the water level drop to confirm full capacity. If flow is still slow, we re-jet and re-check before calling the job done. No drain leaves our hands half-cleared.
- Written service record: You get a one-page summary with the date, what was removed, pipe condition notes, and the camera footage file. HOA boards and property managers can file it directly. It also gives us a baseline for the next visit.
What the first visit covers
First visit
We lift each grate, camera the line, clear the blockage, and leave a written record of what we found.
Storm drains at Lenexa homes
Driveway, yard, and basement drains tied into the storm system.
Driveway inlet
Leaves and grit block the grate.
Yard basin
Silt fills the basin after heavy rain.
Basement floor drain
Backs up when the main line plugs.
Sump discharge
Restricted outlet sends water back inside.
Storm drains at Lenexa businesses
Lots, basins, and long runs that need to stay clear through storm season.
Retail parking lot
Trash and grease seal the grates.
HOA common area
Shared basins flood sidewalks and lawns.
Restaurant grease trap
Overflow reaches the storm inlet.
Storm Drain Cleaning Lenexa KS: what the job actually involves
A storm drain is only as good as the last time it was cleaned. We clear the whole path, from grate to outlet, and show you the camera footage so you know it is done right.
Storm Drain Cleaning Lenexa KS is the process of removing debris, sediment, grease, and root growth from the catch basins and buried storm lines that move rainwater off a property. A proper job starts at the grate, not the pipe. We lift the lid, scoop out leaves and grit, then run a drain camera to see how far the blockage extends. From there a hydro jetter or sewer machine scours the pipe wall clean, and we flush the run until water moves at full speed. Most residential drains take one to three hours; long commercial runs can take a full day.
Lenexa sits on clay-heavy soil that swells after every freeze, and the city gets roughly 40 inches of rain a year, most of it between April and September. That combination pushes silt and lawn clippings into catch basins on streets like Prairie Star Parkway and around Lenexa City Center. If you have ever watched water pool at a curb inlet during a downpour, the drain is already half plugged. Booking storm drain cleaning in Lenexa Kansas before spring storms is far cheaper than repairing a flooded foundation or a washed-out parking lot.
- What it is
- Clearing debris and roots from storm basins and buried lines.
- When it helps
- When water pools at a grate or backs into a basement.
- What you get
- A clear line, camera footage, and a written record.
Our storm drain cleaning process, step by step
Every job follows the same five steps, whether it is a single driveway inlet or a full commercial run.
Tools and methods we use on storm drains
Each method answers a different question. Together they leave very little to guess.
A drum machine with a cutting head that chews through root masses and hard obstructions. We use it when water alone will not clear the line.
A heavier sectional machine for long commercial runs and larger-diameter pipe. It reaches where a handheld auger cannot and cuts roots at the joint.
A push camera with a lighted head that shows the inside of the pipe on a monitor. We use it before and after cleaning so you see the blockage and the result.
Cleans the grate, basin walls, and surrounding concrete after debris removal. It also helps flush loose material toward the outlet.
When Lenexa property owners call us
A homeowner in Heritage Hills notices the driveway inlet gurgling and slow to drain after a spring storm.
We clear the basin, jet the line, and camera-check the run for root intrusion from nearby maples.
HomesAn HOA in Canyon Creek has a common-area basin that floods the sidewalk every time it rains more than an inch.
We clean both inlets, jet the connecting line, and document the pipe condition for the board.
BusinessesA retail property manager at Lenexa City Center has ponding at two customer entrances after every heavy rain.
We hydro jet the catch basins and lines, remove trash and grease, and photograph the before and after.
BusinessesA homeowner in Prairie Creek finds water backing into the basement floor drain during a July downpour.
We camera the main line, find a root mass at a joint, cut it with a sewer machine, and jet the line…
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How storm drain cleaning runs in Lenexa
Lenexa gets about 40 inches of rain a year, and most of it falls between April and September. That means the busy season for storm drain unclogging Lenexa KS runs from March, when the last freeze thaws the ground, through October.
Old Town Lenexa
Older streets with mature trees and original cast iron storm laterals. Root intrusion is common, and we camera every line before cleaning.
Lenexa City Center
Commercial and mixed-use lots with heavy trash and grease load. Catch basins here need twice-a-year service to stay ahead of debris.
Canyon Creek
Hillside lots where runoff carries silt and lawn clippings into curb inlets. Basins fill faster than on flat ground.
- Old Town Lenexa
- Lenexa City Center
- Canyon Creek
- Prairie Creek
- Falcon Ridge
From problem to finished result.
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PhotoDriveway inlet cleared in Old Town Lenexa
Before: A homeowner in ZIP 66215 had water pooling six inches deep at the driveway inlet after every storm. The grate was buried under leaves and the buried line was packed with clay silt. A camera showed the blockage extended 30 feet down the run.
After: We removed two bags of debris, jetted the line at 3,500 PSI, and camera-verified a clear pipe wall to wall. The inlet now drains a five-gallon bucket test in under 20 seconds. The homeowner has footage and a written record on file.
Commercial basin restored at Lenexa City Center
Before: A retail lot had two catch basins flooding customer entrances after any rain over an inch. Grease, trash, and grit had sealed the grates, and one line had root intrusion at a joint 40 feet in. Tenants had filed two complaints.
After: We cut the roots with a sewer machine, jetted both runs, and pressure washed the basins and surrounding concrete. Flow tests passed on the first try. The property manager now has before-and-after photos and a clean stormwater record.
Basement backup resolved in Prairie Creek
Before: A homeowner had water backing into the basement floor drain during a July downpour. The main line was partially blocked by a root mass at a joint, and the sump pump discharge line was also restricted. The basement had flooded twice in two years.
After: We cut the roots, jetted the main line, and cleared the sump discharge. Camera footage showed a clear run and no structural damage. The basement stayed dry through the rest of the storm season, and the homeowner avoided a third cleanup bill.
Storm drain problems we fix in Lenexa
Most storm drain calls come down to one of a handful of failures.
Water pooling at the curb inlet during every hard rain
Standing water softens asphalt, kills grass, and can seep into a foundation or garage slab within a season.
Storm drain backing up into a basement floor drain
This is the worst-case scenario.
Root intrusion in a storm line near mature trees
Roots enter through joints and cracks, then grow into a mat that catches every leaf and grain of grit.
Frozen storm drain line in a hard freeze
When a shallow storm line freezes, meltwater has nowhere to go and backs up onto the surface.
Why Lenexa property owners schedule storm drain cleaning
A clear storm drain protects the things you have already paid for: your foundation, your driveway, your landscaping, and your basement floor.
Prevents basement flooding
When a catch basin backs up, water finds the lowest point, and that is usually your basement stairwell or garage slab.
Stops parking lot ponding
Commercial lots around Lenexa City Center collect trash, cigarette butts, and grease that seal a grate shut.
Protects pavement and curbs
Standing water destroys asphalt.
Meets city and HOA obligations
Lenexa and Johnson County require stormwater systems on private property to function.
What you receive after the job
Clear records you can keep and share.
Camera footage
Before and after video of the pipe interior.
Service record
One-page summary of what was removed.
Pipe condition notes
Written notes on cracks, roots, or offsets.
16 years clearing Lenexa storm drains
Lenexa Drain Rescue has worked on Johnson County storm and sewer systems since 2010.
Pipe material
Cast iron, PVC, or ABS tells us how the line will age and where it may fail.
Water line marks
Stains on the basin wall show how high water has backed up in past storms.
Debris type
Leaves, grit, or grease tells us which upstream source is feeding the blockage.
Do we cover your Lenexa street?
Type your ZIP code or town, and ask if yours is not on the list. We will tell you straight.
Lenexa ZIP codes
- 66214
- 66215
- 66219
- 66227
- 66220
- 66216
- 66250
Towns we serve.
Based in Lenexa and covering the places around it. Pick one for local details.
What Lenexa customers say
Our driveway inlet had been pooling water for two summers. The crew pulled out three bags of leaves and grit, then jetted the line and showed me the camera footage before and after. Water has not stood there since. They were in and out in about two hours and left the concrete cleaner than they found it.
We had a basin flooding the common area every time it rained hard. Lenexa Drain Rescue cleaned both inlets, found root intrusion in one line, and gave us a written report with photos for the board. The next storm came through and the basin drained like it was supposed to. Worth every dollar.
We manage a retail lot with four catch basins. They put us on a twice-a-year schedule, spring and fall. Since then we have not had a single tenant complaint about ponding at the entrances. Their crew knows how to work around customer traffic and they always clean up before they leave.
Frequently Asked Questions
Short answers for the first few minutes. The team can cover the rest.
Still have a question?
Describe what you are seeing and we will point you to the right next step.
+19132763941We give you a flat price after a quick on-site look, and that number does not change unless we find structural damage we can show you on camera.
The City of Lenexa maintains storm drains in public streets and right-of-way. If the catch basin sits on private property, such as a parking lot, driveway, or HOA common area, the owner is responsible. That covers most inlets in subdivisions like Brittany Ridge and Sunflower Ridge. We handle private-side storm drain service Lenexa and can tell you in one look which side of the line you own.
Yes. When a clogged storm drain is flooding a garage, basement, or commercial entrance, call us at +1 913-276-3941. We prioritize active flooding and can usually reach most Lenexa addresses within a few hours. If the water is still rising, shut off power to the affected area and keep people out until we arrive.
Residential driveway and yard drains should be cleaned once a year, ideally in late March before the spring rain season. Commercial lots and HOA basins with heavy leaf load need service twice a year, in spring and again after the leaves drop in November. Properties near mature trees in Prairie Creek often need a third visit after a big windstorm.
Related Services
Other services from the same team.
- Grease Trap CleaningRestaurant grease traps fill with FOG, fats, oils, and grease, and a full trap sends grease into the…
- Laundry Drain CleaningLint and detergent residue build a hard paste inside laundry standpipes.
- Basement Drain CleaningBasement drains sit at the low point of the house, so they collect rust, dirt, and roots.
Get Storm Drain Cleaning Lenexa KS before the next storm
+19132763941One plugged catch basin can flood a basement or shut down a parking lot. We inspect, jet, and camera-verify the line, and you get the footage in writing.
Contact Lenexa Drain Rescue
Call +1 913-276-3941 and a dispatcher will get you a time window, usually the same day. You can also email info@lenexadrainrescue.com and we will reply within one business hour.