Lift Station Cleaning

Lift Station Cleaning Lift stations are a critical part of wastewater systems. They move sewage from lower elevations to higher elevations so it can continue to flow to a treatment facility. When a lift station is not maintained, solids and grit build up in the wet well. Grease and floatables can collect on the surface. Pumps can clog, alarms can trigger, and odors can become a problem. Clean Basins provides professional lift station cleaning to remove buildup, restore capacity, and help your station run reliably.

Our Lift Station Cleaning Process

Clean Basins follows a clear process for lift station cleaning. The goal is to remove accumulated material, restore working volume, and leave the station in better operating condition.

  1. Plan access and site safety and confirm work requirements at the station.
  2. Inspect the wet well to determine the amount and type of buildup.
  3. Remove settled solids using professional vacuum equipment.
  4. Remove floatables and grease when present to improve operating conditions.
  5. Wash down surfaces to clear residue and reduce odors.
  6. Clean around critical components such as pump intakes and floats when accessible.
  7. Confirm conditions and document any concerns we observe.
  8. Haul and dispose of collected material properly and provide documentation when requested.

For customers with multiple stations across the area, we can create a route-based plan. We can also align service timing with seasonal flow changes to keep stations more stable.

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Who We Serve

Clean Basins provides lift station cleaning services for a wide range of customers, including:

  • Municipal and public works lift stations and wastewater assets
  • Commercial properties with private lift stations serving buildings or developments
  • Industrial facilities with higher solids loads or process impacts
  • Contractors and operators who need dependable maintenance support

If you manage multiple sites, standardized scheduling and reporting help reduce surprises. It also makes budgeting for lift station cleaning more predictable.

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    Brendan S.

    Clean basins is hands down the best in the business. Their equipment is top-notch, and their crew is professional, knowledgeable, and hardworking. They always show up prepared and get the job done rig...

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    Jeff J., General Contractor

    We’ve used clean basins for manhole and sump pit cleaning on multiple jobs. Their vacuum truck work is efficient and professional. They understand site safety and don’t cut corners.”

Equipment Designed for Wastewater Solids and Sludge

Lift station maintenance involves heavy, waterlogged material. Solids and grit can compact at the bottom of the wet well. Grease and floatables can coat walls and components. Clean Basins uses vactor/vacuum truck cleaning and hydrovac-assisted cleaning to remove sludge, grit, and debris efficiently while keeping the work controlled.

Vactor/vacuum truck cleaning is effective for pulling dense material from the bottom of the wet well and capturing slurry during wash-down. This helps remove residue instead of leaving it behind. Hydrovac-assisted cleaning can be useful when more precise removal is needed around internal components, tighter access areas, or specific station features.

For facilities, professional equipment supports consistent outcomes and reduces repeat clogging issues after service.

Get a Quote for Lift Station Cleaning

If your station is overdue for service, odors are increasing, or pumps are clogging more often, schedule maintenance before it becomes an emergency. Contact Clean Basins today for lift station cleaning. We will help restore capacity, reduce downtime, and keep your wastewater systems running reliably.

Frequently Asked Questions

It depends on flow, solids load, and station design. Many stations benefit from cleaning once to several times per year. High-solids sites may need more frequent service.

In many cases, yes. Removing settled solids and grease reduces the material that causes clogs and improves float operation.

Yes. Multi-site service is common and is often the most efficient approach for municipalities and property managers.

Odors often come from accumulated residue and solids. Cleaning and wash-down typically improves conditions.

Yes. We can provide service notes, recommended intervals, and disposal documentation when requested.