What is septic tank pumping?
Septic tank pumping is the process of removing wastewater from a septic tank. The wastewater is pumped out through a hose and into a disposal area, such as a sewer or septic system. In the Los Angeles County, San Gabriel Valley, and Orange County communities, septic tanks are common sewage systems used by both homeowners and commercial properties when public sewer systems are either not accessible or available.
Septic tank pumping is an important part of septic system maintenance. Pumping the tank removes built-up solids and scum from the bottom of the tank, and helps to prevent blockages in the leach field or septic system. Pumping also helps to maintain the function of the tank so as to ensure that the system operates properly and does not back up.

Why call Western Rooter & Plumbing?
We have remained a family-owned plumbing company proudly serving the Los Angeles County, San Gabriel Valley, and Orange County communities for more than 35 years. Western Rooter & Plumbing is a licensed and insured plumbing contractor, and all of our plumbers are expertly trained in septic tank pumping and septic system maintenance.
We provide quality septic tank pumping services at affordable price points, and we always strive to provide the best possible customer service.
We also provide financing options for our septic tank pumping services, so that you can get the maintenance your septic system needs without breaking the bank.
What is included in septic tank pumping?
Septic tank pumping includes the removal of wastewater from the septic tank, as well as the cleaning and inspection of the tank. The entire septic system, including the leach field or septic system, should be inspected during each inspection.
Septic tank pumping is important for two reasons: it cleans the septic tank and it helps to prevent wastewater backups. Septic tank cleaning is necessary to remove solids that have collected in the tank over time. These solids can clog the system and cause wastewater backups. Regular septic tank pumping can help
What are the advantages of septic tank pumping?
If you’re not properly maintaining your septic tank, then you could be looking at some costly repairs down the road. Septic tank pumping is one of the most important aspects of septic system maintenance, and it’s a service that Western Rooter & Plumbing offers to all of our customers in the Los Angeles County and Orange County communities.
- Properly maintain your home or business sewage systems: Septic tank pumping is a vital part of septic system maintenance. When done on a regular basis, it can help to keep your septic tank running smoothly and prevent costly backups.
- Prevent costly repairs down the road: When you neglect to properly maintain your septic tank, you're opening yourself up to costly repairs down the road. Septic tank pumping is one of the most important aspects of septic system maintenance, and it's a service that Western Rooter & Plumbing offers to all of our customers in the Los Angeles County and Orange County communities.
What do septic tank pumping services cost?
Every plumber charges differently, but at Western Rooter & Plumbing, we make it simple: we charge by the gallon, so you’ll always know how much you’re paying. If you are not sure how many gallons your septic tank holds, or how many gallons you need pumped, call us and we can come to your property to check your tank.
Septic tank pumping prices:
Here’s our pricing list for septic tank pumping:
- Under 1,000 gallons pumped: $450
- Each additional bubbles on septic trunk: $450 per bubble
- Full truck pumped: $1,350
- Call for free pricing estimates!
We also offer financing options through Synchrony, so you can get the septic tank pumping services you need without breaking the bank.