Drainage and Runoff Preparation for Pressure Cleaning

Practical preparation steps to protect stormwater, gardens and neighbouring properties during a pressure clean.

Why this matters for Melbourne properties

This Compliance article is written for Melbourne owners and managers who need more than a quick blast. Commercial Pressure Cleaning jobs in our city require a surface diagnosis before any cleaning starts.

In Melbourne, everything from growth corridor new-build mortar smear to inner-suburb heritage brick has its own cleaning risk profile. The right method, chemistry and pressure keep the surface safe and the result lasting.

Identify drains and low points

Mark all nearby stormwater pits and garden beds before the first scrub.

Set up containment barriers

Drain mats, sandbags and vacuum recovery are the standard controls for sensitive sites.

Check the weather

Avoid cleaning before heavy rain, which can overwhelm containment and send dirty water into drains.

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