Duke's is a contractor that has been contracted by the City of Barnwell to conduct a smoke test surveys in several areas around the city. These areas include: Jackson Street (the Lake Edgar Brown end only), Apple, Berry, Cherry, Bomway Streets, and portions of Canna, Clinton and Camelia Streets. This smoke testing will begin approximately on November 11, 2024 and will be ongoing until complete. Smoke testing survey may be delayed with the occurrence of heavy rain events.
A smoke test survey will assist our inspection crews in locating breaks and defects in our sewer system. Non-toxic smoke will be introduced into a manhole and forced down the sewer lines with the use of an air blower. Smoke will escape from the system at any point where there is an open break in the line. For example, smoke may rise from the ground in yards, stream banks, storm drains, etc. Smoke will also escape from all manhole lids, vents on building roofs, cleanouts, and from underneath buildings if poor plumbing exists. Be advised that smoke can enter your home, office or place of business. Should smoke enter your building or home, open windows for ventilation and contact the crew working in the area.
The SMOKE IS: NON-TOXIC, NON-STAINING, HAS A SLIGHT ODON, WHITE to GRAY IN COLOR and CREATES NO FIRE HAZARD.
You do not have to be on site during testing!!
It is advisable to pour a gallon of water into every sink, tub, and floor drain that is NOT subject to everyday use. This will fill the p-traps and prevent smoke from entering the building. If you have questions, please feel free to call.
Duke's Superintendent - Rick Maness @ 910-639-1835/Kyle Stocum @ 910-639-3763
Dukes Pittsboro NC Office @ 984-480-3148
Thank you for your Cooperation!!