Catchment Tank Cleaning Service for Hilo, Puna, Ka’u and Hamakua

(See our Catchment Tank Cleaning Video describing what we do!)

Katchment Kleaners LLC is a locally-owned, operated and managed catchment tank cleaning company. Our service is more than just a tank cleaning. Our ten-point service includes these important steps:

• Clean Catchment Tank: We brush and sanitize the exposed, inside, surface of your catchment liner, skim the surface, remove any large debris and we vacuum the floor and wall of the tank. In a typical cleaning, we remove between 12” and 18” of water from the tank during the cleaning process. Some tanks require more water to be removed.

• Install Nets and Clamps: We install/replace the nylon nets and stainless steel clamps on each of your influent rainwater pipes. There is no cost for the nets or clamps, they are included in the service.

• Inspect Your Cover: We’ll inspect your cover and frame for condition, holes, or tears, and return it to its original position. We can provide you with a new replacement cover and / or frame if you elect to purchase one.

• Replace Filter Cartridges: We will optionally replace your filter cartridges from your own stock, or you can purchase them from us.

• Inspection of Pressure System: We check the start / stop pressures on your system, check the pressure tank bladder for ruptures, and check your system for leaks.

• Test/Reset Pressure Tank Pressure: Your pressure tank should be set to one-to-two pounds per square inch below the start pressure on your pressure switch. A 30 to 50 PSI switch, for instance, should have a tank pressure of 28-29 PSI.

• Shock the Water: We’ll add the appropriate amount of oxidizer to “shock” the water so as to burn out any organic waste. Most tank owners add a small amount of chlorine or bleach to their tanks to sterilize the water. Often this will occur prior to the cleaning and sometimes the customers will shock or pre-treat the tank themselves. We recommend regular, ongoing addition of chlorine to the water to maintain cleanliness.

• Condition the Water: We’ll add some minerals to the water to condition the it. Rainwater is notoriously acidic, so the addition of a small amount of minerals can make the feel of the water more pleasant to your skin. We recommend the regular, ongoing addition of minerals to the water to protect the metals in your plumbing system.

• Secure Your Cover: We’ll return your cover to its original position, being careful to avoid situations that might allow debris to pool. We can provide you with a new replacement cover if you elect to purchase one.

• Afterwards, We’ll Update and Instruct: Finally, we’ll report back to you on what we did, what we found, any recommendations that we have, and, if you’d like, book a follow up appointment for six or twelve months into the future.