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One Town Hall Plaza | Clifton Park, NY 12065 | (518) 371-6651 |
Clifton Park Sewer Department
FAQ's |
Useful Information |
Grinder Pump List
Important Contact Information:
Sewer Department Office - 348-7313
24 HR. Emergency Number -
877-6095
24 HR. Pager - 343-0662
Email: Send an email
In the past year the Town has worked hard to manage it's newly acquired sewer systems. Much of the sewer equipment has been recently upgraded. The systems are old and remain in need of frequent maintenance and repairs. The Town is committed to preserving sewer services at the highest level possible. Citizen cooperation will be required to keep the sewers operating properly. There maybe occasional inconveniences associated with maintenance and cleaning programs. The information below is provided to minimize potential issues.
The Town of Clifton Park Sewer Representatives can be contacted at the following numbers to report problems or obtain additional information:
Sewer System Cleaning Information
The Town of Clifton Park Sewer Department will be conducting sewer line cleaning on Town owned sewer systems throughout the year to provide residents with the best service possible. The following information has been put together to help this process go smoothly as we clean the mains in your street.
F.A.Q’s
Is the sewer main in my street going to be cleaned?
The Town of Clifton Park plans to clean all the Town owned sewer lines and inspect them with a robotic video camera through the next 5 years. Please Check the website and look for signs on your street to notify you when we will be cleaning.
How do you clean sewer lines?
The Town will be utilizing high pressure water jets and a high velocity vacuum to scour the lines and remove the grease and debris from the lines. In special cases, the Town may opt to use a “Root Cutter” to clear tree roots or other stubborn debris and obstructions from the lines.
Are there any problems that can arise during these cleaning activities?
The answer is YES. While we expect a majority of the cleaning to go by uneventfully, there are occasions where we can run into trouble that could impact you. Below is a list of common problems and steps we request you take to minimize the impact.
Water burst in home: Once in a while water pressure may accumulate in the line and briefly flow up a household lateral and overflow a toilet very briefly or come out of a downstairs sink. This is not very common.
Preventative steps:
Keep toilet seats down especially in downstairs toilets.
Place pans or other obstructions over sink drains during the cleaning to prevent
any bursts from going any where.
Air bursts in homes: Also uncommon, Air pressure can build up in the sewer line and cause toilets to “burp” or air to vent from sinks or washer outlet. This usually results in a temporary odor and noise.
Preventative steps:
There is not much you can do to prevent this. It is important to verify that your sewer vents on your roof or on the side of your home is clear.
Odor in your home: Probably the most common problem we encounter, the jetting process can create a vacuum environment in the sewer lines and actually empty the traps under your sinks, toilets, tubs, etc. The result will be the temporary loss of odor control in your home.
Remedy:
Very easy to remedy. Simply run water in sinks and tubs to restore traps.
How long does cleaning take?
The actual cleaning in front of your home will only last about 30 minutes. In some heavy cleaning areas, the cleaning may last a bit longer.
Will cleaning also clean my lateral?
No, sewer laterals benefit very little from the cleaning that occurs in the main. The cleaning will, however; clear the end of your lateral to enhance flow from your home.
What lines do you clean?
The town will be cleaning “Gravity Sewer Lines” in the Sewer Districts
owned by the Town of Clifton Park. If you have a grinder pump, you’re most
likely serviced by a pressure sewer line and will not be cleaned in this manner.
Please see our grinder pump section on the website.
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