Have you ever seen advertisements for septic pumping for $150? If you own a home with a septic system, that price may sound very alluring. Most septic tanks cost around $400 or more to have pumped, so how can these companies do the job so cheaply? The fact is that they don’t. Most of these ads are for the pumping alone, but do not include all the other costs. So that you know what to expect, here are some fees that a septic service company should disclose when you ask about their pumping costs.
- Pumping. There is usually a base fee for pumping different sized tanks. Make sure their pumping fee includes all the costs of pumping, including labor, gas and equipment.
- Waste disposal. After your tank is pumped, that waste must be properly disposed according to local regulations. In most cases, this fee is almost as much as what the cost of pumping the tank will cost, which is one of the main reasons those low price ads are misleading.
- Digging up the tank lid. If the company needs to located the tank and dig up the septic lid, that is also an extra cost.
Most of the base costs for septic pumping are for tanks that are easy to access, have been well maintained and do not have excess sludge or scum. When getting a quote for a septic pumping, making sure to ask about any additional fees that could increase the price. While most septic companies are honest, there are those that may have hidden fees that could be a shock when you go to pay the bill.
Reputable septic companies will be more than happy to breakdown the costs of their septic pumping service so you know exactly what to expect. Just beware of those that claim to have unreasonably low fees – in the end, the bill may be higher than anyone else in town would charge!
Posted on behalf of:
A-Flo Free Septic
Lawrenceville, GA
(770) 927-7926
