Permeable Pavement Maintenance
Professional vacuum cleaning and infiltration restoration for permeable pavers, pervious concrete, and porous asphalt. Keep your stormwater BMP performing at full capacity.
Professional vacuum cleaning and infiltration restoration for permeable pavers, pervious concrete, and porous asphalt. Keep your stormwater BMP performing at full capacity.
Permeable pavement is one of the most effective stormwater best management practices (BMPs), allowing rainwater to infiltrate through the surface rather than running off. But over time, sediment, debris, and organic material clog the voids and joints -- reducing infiltration rates and putting your stormwater compliance at risk. Regular maintenance restores full capacity and protects your investment.
We use purpose-built vacuum head systems -- the industry-recommended cleaning method for permeable paving surfaces:
For larger installations, our vacuum truck fleet delivers industrial-scale permeable pavement restoration:
Specialized maintenance for all permeable surface types:
Joint maintenance and restoration for PICP systems:
Visual inspection and infiltration rate testing to assess current condition. We identify clogged areas and determine the right cleaning approach.
High-pressure water jets blast sediment and debris free from joints and voids. Pre-wetting compacted material ensures thorough removal.
Precision vacuum head or vacuum truck removes all loosened sediment, debris, and organic matter. Multiple passes ensure complete cleaning.
Post-cleaning infiltration testing confirms restored capacity. Full documentation provided for your stormwater compliance records.
Permeable pavement installations are stormwater BMPs that require documented maintenance to remain in compliance with MS4 permits, NPDES permits, and local stormwater management regulations.
Most MS4 permits require documented maintenance of post-construction stormwater BMPs, including permeable pavement:
Proper maintenance intervals depend on site conditions and usage:
Unlike traditional pavement, permeable surfaces tell you when they need maintenance. If you see standing water during rain events where it used to infiltrate, or debris visibly filling the joints, it's time to clean. The good news: even heavily clogged permeable pavement systems can be restored to like-new infiltration rates with proper vacuum cleaning. But regular maintenance prevents costly emergency interventions and keeps you in compliance year-round.
We bring precision vacuum equipment and our vacuum truck fleet to restore your permeable pavement to full infiltration capacity. Free site assessment and maintenance quote.
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