Septic tank pumping and maintenance requires specialized training for the job. It cannot be performed without proper training, equipment, and gear. You cannot even avoid cleaning the septic tank as it is bound to overflow; causing damage to your property. Delayed pumping and maintenance can even damage the septic system; requiring expensive repairs or replacement of the septic system. For these reasons, it is important to select the right service providers for the job. 

Here’s a step-by-step guide to selecting a septic company in your city.

Search online

The first step is to conduct a simple online search to find septic companies near you. Use keywords such as septic companies near me to find websites of leading service providers in your city. Make a note of the names and find out more about them. Feel free to add to the list any names you can find through referrals. But ensure that the referrals come only via trusted means.

Check the websites

Check the websites on the first page to know more about the companies.

Does the company offer all the services related to the septic tank?

Do they offer pumping, disposal, repairs, and maintenance of the septic tank? It is best to choose the same company for all the tasks related to the septic tank. Some companies only offer pumping and maintenance work but not repairs. So, if the repairs are required then you will need to call another service provider, explain the problem to them, and tell them about the pumping details. The inspection time will further delay the repair work. So, choose a company providing all the services, most reputable companies will do.

Is the company licensed, insured, and bonded?

Check these details on the website. Call the service providers to inquire about the same if you don’t find the information on the website.

Licenses are only allotted to companies that follow the protocols related to their business. So, expect their team to be properly trained. Expect the service providers to have access to the advanced equipment for the cleaning and pumping work. They will also follow proper regulations to dispose of the collected waste from the pump. So, you won’t face any problems with the authorities. You will also not face any issues due to the incompetent work from their team.

The insured and bonded business offers protection to the clients as they won’t transfer the liability to you. In case of damage to their equipment or injuries to their workers on your property; you won’t be held liable for payouts. Insured businesses are also protected in case they face any damage to their equipment or property elsewhere. Insurance is required by law in many locations.

Are the technicians offered continuous training?

Feel free to ask the company owners if their technicians are updated about new equipments and trained to use the same efficiently. Inquire about their experience in handling all the tasks related to the septic tank work.

Do they use the latest equipment?

Refrain from hiring companies that continue to use outdated or old tools, gear, and equipment. Ask them to provide you details about the kinds of equipment they use for the pumping, cleaning, and disposal work.

Inquire about the costs

When you have identified a few good companies as per the above-mentioned criteria; it is now time to contact them. Refrain from working with companies that don’t offer a straight answer about the cost queries. It is all right though if a company tells you that they can offer a quote only upon an inspection of the septic tank.

Inquire about one-time service costs and for comprehensive packages. If the cost of comprehensive services is as per your budget then it can turn out to be economical in the long run. When in doubt, hire the company for one-time pumping and cleaning service and then take it from there. If you are satisfied with the services, you can continue to hire them for future work on the septic tank. If not then your money won’t be wasted on a comprehensive package.