When wastewater has to be pumped uphill, the pump tank keeps everything moving. Regular cleaning keeps pumps and floats working and alarms quiet.
Not every property can rely on gravity. When a drain field or sewer connection sits higher than the house, or when an alternative system needs wastewater dosed in batches, a pump tank or lift station does the work. A pump inside the tank pushes wastewater where it needs to go, controlled by float switches.
Over time, solids, grease and debris collect in the pump tank. That buildup wears out pumps, sticks floats and leads to alarms and backups. Stewart Septic Services provides lift station and pump tank cleaning for homes and businesses across Macon and Middle Georgia.
We pump out the built-up material, check the pump and floats while we're there and let you know honestly if anything needs repair.
A little regular maintenance protects the most hard-working part of the system.
Solids and grease make pumps work harder and fail sooner.
Debris can hang up float switches so the pump doesn't turn on or off when it should.
High-water alarms often go off because of buildup, not a failed part.
When the pump can't keep up, wastewater backs up toward the home or building.
A pump tank's pump and floats are mechanical parts working in a tough environment. Keeping the tank clean is one of the simplest ways to make them last longer and avoid emergency calls.
Many alarm calls we answer turn out to be a float hung up on debris or a pump struggling against built-up solids. A cleaning often solves the problem — and if a part does need replacing, we'll tell you straight.
For commercial properties with lift stations, regular cleaning is part of keeping the whole building running. A failed lift station can shut down restrooms and kitchens until it's fixed.
Lift station and pump tank cleaning includes:
Both use a pump to move wastewater. "Pump tank" usually refers to a chamber in a residential septic system, while "lift station" is often used for larger commercial or community systems. We service both.
It varies with the system and how it's used. Many pump tanks are cleaned when the septic tank is pumped. We'll recommend an interval for your system.
It might be, but it's often a stuck float or buildup in the tank. We'll find the real cause before recommending a repair. See our Septic Alarm Repair page.
Yes. See our Septic Pump & Float Repair page.
From your first phone call to a clean yard, here's exactly what to expect when you call Stewart Septic Services.
Call 478-474-2653 or request service online. We'll get you on the schedule fast — often the same day — and we answer 24/7 for emergencies.
Our crew locates the tank, checks the system and finds the real source of the problem before recommending anything.
We do the work your system actually needs — nothing more — and explain what we did and how to avoid future problems.
When the job is done, we put your yard back the way we found it and leave you with a system that works.
Family Owned Since 1994 • BBB A+ Accredited • Georgia Certified Installer • 24/7 Emergency • Serving Macon & Middle Georgia