Catch basins do quiet but important work: they move water off your lot. When one starts to fail, the signs are hard to miss. The grate sinks, the asphalt around it cracks and drops, and a depression forms that collects water and catches tires. Left alone, a failing basin can damage the pavement around it and become a hazard for vehicles and pedestrians.

Smith Linestriping & Seal Coating repairs catch basins on commercial properties across mid-Michigan. We’re family-owned, founded in 1985, with locations in Birch Run and Otisville, serving properties within about 100 miles of Otisville.

Why Catch Basins Fail

  • Water infiltration. Water seeping around the structure washes out supporting soil.
  • Freeze-thaw cycles. Michigan winters loosen masonry and joints.
  • Traffic and plows. Heavy vehicles and snow removal put stress on the top of the structure and the pavement around it.

What the Repair Involves

Every basin is different, but repairs commonly include removing the surrounding damaged pavement, rebuilding or resetting the top of the structure, setting the casting at the right height, and restoring the surrounding surface with asphalt or concrete. The goal is a solid structure that sits properly with the pavement so water flows in instead of pooling around it.

Part of a Complete Lot Plan

Catch basin repairs are often best done before sealcoating and striping, so the finished lot looks uniform. At Crystal Field House in Burton, catch basin repair was part of a larger project that included new asphalt paving, sealcoating, crack filling, and striping.

Who We Work With

We handle catch basin repairs for property managers, facility directors, schools, banks, restaurants, and industrial owners. If you manage several properties, we can look at basins across all of your sites and help you decide which need attention first and which can wait until a later season.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know if my catch basin needs repair?
Common signs are a sunken grate, a dip or ring of cracks around the basin, or water pooling near it instead of draining.

Is a sinking catch basin urgent?
It’s worth addressing sooner rather than later. Damage around basins tends to grow, and depressions can be a hazard for vehicles and pedestrians.

Can catch basin work be done with other lot repairs?
Yes. Combining it with paving, sealcoating, and striping is often efficient.

When can catch basins be repaired?
Repairs are generally done during Michigan’s construction season, when asphalt and concrete can be placed properly.

Get a Catch Basin Repaired

Call (989) 777-6888 or email Zach@smithlinestriping.com. Monday–Saturday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.

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