Expert Tankering & Drainage Services
Reliable tankering and drainage solutions for homes and businesses. Keep your systems running smoothly with our expert services.
Comprehensive Tankering & Drainage Solutions
At Basement Pumps Scotland, we specialise in providing professional tankering and drainage services to ensure your systems remain efficient and trouble-free. Whether you're dealing with a blocked drain, overflowing pump station, or require routine maintenance, our team is here to help.
What is Tankering?
Tankering involves the removal of liquid waste, sludge, or other materials from your drainage systems using specialised vacuum tankers. This service is essential for maintaining the functionality of basement pump stations, sewage systems, and other water management setups. Regular tankering prevents blockages, reduces odours, and ensures compliance with environmental regulations.
Why Drainage Maintenance Matters
Your drainage system plays a critical role in managing wastewater effectively. Over time, debris, grease, and other materials can accumulate, leading to blockages or even system failure. Routine maintenance, including tankering, helps avoid costly repairs and ensures your system operates efficiently.
Signs You Need Drainage Services
- Slow draining sinks or toilets
- Unpleasant odours near drains or pump stations
- Frequent backups or overflows
- Unusual noises from your pump system
If you notice any of these issues, it might be time to schedule a pump station servicing and maintenance.
Our Tankering & Drainage Services
We offer a range of services tailored to meet your needs:
- Emergency Blockage Removal: Quick response to clear blocked drains and restore flow.
- Pump Station Cleaning: Thorough cleaning of sewage pumps in basements and other systems.
- Sump Pump Maintenance: Ensure your sump pump is functioning optimally with our Glasgow-based maintenance services.
- Routine Inspections: Preventative checks to identify potential issues before they escalate.
The Importance of Professional Expertise
Tackling drainage issues on your own can be risky and ineffective. Our team has years of experience handling everything from minor clogs to complex pump station problems. We use advanced equipment and techniques to deliver reliable results every time.
Looking After Your Pump Station
Proper care extends the life of your pump station and reduces the risk of breakdowns. Learn more about how to maintain your system by visiting our guide on how to look after your pump station.
Do You Need a Basement Pump?
If you're unsure whether you need a basement pump or want advice on installation, check out our helpful resource: Do I Need a Basement Pump?
Contact Us for Expert Assistance
If you're experiencing drainage issues or need professional tankering services, don't hesitate to reach out. Our team is ready to assist with everything from emergency callouts to routine maintenance. Visit our contact page to get in touch today!
Pump Station Servicing & Maintenance
To ensure that your pump station remains effective, it needs to be serviced and cleaned once or twice per year. We offer service agreements to suit a broad range of maintenance budgets, to ensure our customers keep up to date with regular servicing and avoid costly breakdowns.
Expert care
Our highly trained technicians exclusively work on basement sumps and pumps, and can spot problems before any harm is caused. The team is on the road every day of the year to ensure 1000s of pumps across London and the South East are operating reliably and efficiently.Minimise hassle and admin
With a service agreement in place, we’ll remind you about routine maintenance and ensure that these are booked in as part of our duty of care – so you don’t have to worry about missing these vital check-ups.Discounted servicing and parts
ou get the benefit of 10% off the parts required for any servicing and repairs – or inclusive parts and labour on our gold plan. And if you do need to call us out in an emergency, there won’t be an expensive one-off charge, since you’ll already be covered!Emergency engineer call-out
24 hours a day, every day of the year – you can call us when you’re having an emergency and we’ll be there to help, with an average response time of 3 hours across our entire catchment area. What's included in a service?
- Carry out a visual inspection of the chamber and the internals – pumps, pipework, and cables
- Pump down chamber on hand, and monitor the operation of components
- Check the operation of float switches, adjust position if any obstruction is identified
- Ensure non-return valves are testing free from blockages Inspect the cable joining kits for moisture or corrosion, change where required
- Test the high level alarm for visual and audible signals
- Test the battery backup and ensure power is provided to ensure pumps will operate during power outage, if applicable to site
- Swap the duties of the pumps, this allows equal wear of both automatic pumps, amend controls if required
- Carry out a clean and wash down of the chamber, pumps and float switches
- Reporting scale of fat/limescale build up within the chamber
- Test operation of station, resetting service reminder on panel/alarm, ensuring power is left on and gate valve is open; ensuring site is left clean and tidy
