Stormwater Inspections

Why Stormwater Inspections Matter

• Maintaining Property Value: Regular stormwater inspections help identify and address issues before they escalate, preserving the structural integrity, environmental friendliness, and aesthetic appeal of the property. This proactive approach ensures properties remain attractive to tenants and investors alike, maintaining or even increasing their market value over time.
• Preventing Water Damage: By identifying potential vulnerabilities in stormwater management systems early, inspections prevent water from compromising building foundations, flooding landscapes, attracting vectors and pests, and causing costly water damage. This not only saves on repair costs but also minimizes disruptions to property operations and further minimizes public health risks.
• Ensuring Regulatory Compliance: Stormwater management is heavily regulated, with requirements varying by municipality. Regular inspections ensure that BMPs comply with local, state, and federal regulations, helping property owners avoid fines, legal penalties, and potential litigation.
• Identifying System Degradation Early: Over time, BMPs can degrade or become less effective due to wear, tear, and natural elements. Regular inspections catch these issues early, allowing for timely maintenance or upgrades, thus extending the life of the stormwater infrastructure.
• Mitigating Environmental Impact: Effective stormwater management is crucial for protecting receiving waters from pollution, sedimentation and erosion, and excessive nutrient loading. Inspections ensure that BMPs are functioning correctly, minimizing the property’s environmental footprint and contributing to community sustainability efforts.
• Enhancing Safety: Proper stormwater management prevents the accumulation of water in pedestrian and vehicular areas, reducing the potential for slip and fall hazards and water- and ice-related accidents.
• Optimizing Operational Efficiency: Regular inspections can reveal opportunities to improve the efficiency of stormwater management systems, potentially reducing maintenance costs and conserving water resources.
• Providing Peace of Mind: Knowing that stormwater systems are functioning correctly, being regularly reported on and remaining compliant gives property owners and managers peace of mind, allowing them to focus on their core business activities without the worry of stormwater-related issues.