How Often Should Sewage Ejector Pumps Be Cleaned?

At Las Vegas Septic Service, we’ve handled plenty of sewage ejector cleanups that stem from improperly maintained septic systems, especially any lift station and associated sewage ejector pump parts. Consider the following important details about sewage systems to better understand when it’s necessary to schedule a lift station pumping in North Las Vegas, NV as well as how often a sewage ejector pump needs to be cleaned.

A Bit of a Background

Lift stations move wastewater via ejector pumps from low level areas, such as a basement or underground waste pit, to a higher level main septic tank or municipal line. Regular lift station maintenance is a necessity because debris, grease, soap and biofilm can build up and cause backflow and other problems. Lift station and ejector pump parts also break down faster than other areas because of moisture and chemical exposures that ultimately result in corrosion.

A sewage lift station can remain operational from anywhere between 15 to 40 years depending, of course, on a wide range of factors, such as the size of the system, the amount of sewage that the system processes on a regular basis, how heavy and constant the system runs, and various other external natural and manmade influences that can impact it. The whole system usually only needs to be pumped by a professional once every three years.

However, specific areas need maintenance more often, such as the attached ejector pumps. Lift station cleaning would also increase in frequency if there are unforeseen problems.

Cleaning the Lift Station

It’s worth noting that a sewage ejector pump and other components of any lift station pumping systems should only be cleaned and maintained by trained professionals. We also recommend that a cleaning be scheduled if a lift station has not been in operation for a long period of time or if the property is up for sale.

Las Vegas Septic Service is a company that caters to your sewage ejector pump cleaning needs. Contact us today for an appointment.