How often should I have my septic tank pumped out?

The short answer is every three-to-five years. As a general rule, it is recommended that family households have theirs pumped every three years, and single person/couple households every five years. Without regular pumping out, the solids build up and can wreak havoc on your system, blocking pipes and trenches and causing environmental hazards and costly plumbing bills. Systems and households are different though, therefore it is best to give us a call to discuss your individual pump out needs.

Can I flush ‘flushable’ wipes?

Absolutely not. These words on packaging are damaging septic tanks and sewers worldwide. Governments are working towards banning the word ‘flushable’ on packaging as a better guideline for homeowners on what is flushable. To be safe, only flush the three Ps – Pees, Poos and (toilet) Paper.

How close does your truck need to get to our septic tank?

Unfortunately, not a lot of thought goes into having your septic tank pumped when brand new homes are built, and gardens are established. We carry roughly 42 metres of hose; however, this depends greatly on the slope of your property. Pumping uphill causes damage to our pumps, therefore the closer we can get to your tank the better. Please be mindful of planting trees and garden beds around your tank as this limits our ability to get close to your tank, but most importantly roots can block your pipes and trenches, causing expensive damage.

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Is your septic tank due for a clean out? Dealing with a blockage in your commercial tank? We can help! At Gympie Septic Pump Outs, we provide—you guessed it—septic tank pumping services in Gympie and surrounding areas.

Our pumping team are available for scheduled maintenance services and call out services when required. We don’t use any chemicals when conducting our pumping services and can complete the entire pumping operation in half an hour.

Keeping your septic tank, pipes and trenches clean is essential in maintaining the proper function of your system. For a free septic tank pumping quote, contact our team today on 0429 779 927.

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Signs Your Septic Tank Needs Pumping

There are several signs that indicate your septic tank needs pumping, including:

Strong & unpleasant smells emitting from your tank
Thriving dark green grass around your septic tank
Backed up toilets & drains
Liquid waste overflows
Pooling water on top & around your tank

At Gympie Septic Pump Outs, we recommend having your septic tank pumped every three-to-five years, depending on the size of the tank and how often it is used. We provide septic pumping services for residential and commercial clients in Kilkivan, Cooroy, Doonan and Maleny. Get in touch to learn more!

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Frequently Asked Questions

How often should I have my septic tank pumped out?

The short answer is every three-to-five years. As a general rule, it is recommended that family households have theirs pumped every three years, and single person/couple households every five years. Without regular pumping out, the solids build up and can wreak havoc on your system, blocking pipes and trenches and causing environmental hazards and costly plumbing bills. Systems and households are different though, therefore it is best to give us a call to discuss your individual pump out needs.
Can I flush ‘flushable’ wipes?

Absolutely not. These words on packaging are damaging septic tanks and sewers worldwide. Governments are working towards banning the word ‘flushable’ on packaging as a better guideline for homeowners on what is flushable. To be safe, only flush the three Ps – Pees, Poos and (toilet) Paper.
How close does your truck need to get to our septic tank?

Unfortunately, not a lot of thought goes into having your septic tank pumped when brand new homes are built, and gardens are established. We carry roughly 42 metres of hose; however, this depends greatly on the slope of your property. Pumping uphill causes damage to our pumps, therefore the closer we can get to your tank the better. Please be mindful of planting trees and garden beds around your tank as this limits our ability to get close to your tank, but most importantly roots can block your pipes and trenches, causing expensive damage.