If your property is not on mains drainage, your septic tank or cesspit needs emptying by a licensed contractor on a regular schedule. LN Transport runs a modern fleet of vacuum tankers from 1,000 to 6,000 gallons, so we can send the right vehicle for your access: a compact unit for a tight rural lane, or a large articulated tanker for high-volume commercial and agricultural sites.
Our drivers are on call 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Whether it is a routine annual empty, a pre-sale clear-out or an overflowing tank on a Sunday night, we will get to you quickly and leave the site as we found it.
What is included
- Septic tank emptying for homes, farms and businesses
- Cesspit emptying on a schedule that suits you
- Sewage treatment plant desludging
- Emergency call-outs 24/7
- Long suction hose runs, so the tanker rarely needs to be next to the tank
- Waste transfer documentation with every visit
- More than 99% of the wastewater we collect is recycled
Septic tank or cesspit?
A septic tank separates solids from liquid and lets the liquid drain away to a soakaway or drainage field, so only the settled sludge needs removing, usually about once a year. A cesspit is a sealed holding tank with no outlet: everything that goes in stays in until it is pumped out, so it needs emptying far more often, typically every few weeks depending on its size and the number of people using it.
Both must be emptied by a licensed waste carrier, and the waste taken to a permitted treatment facility. We do both, and we provide the paperwork.
Buying or selling a property with a tank?
If you are buying a property with a septic tank or cesspit, have it inspected and emptied before you complete so you know its condition. In England, septic tanks that discharge directly to a watercourse should have been replaced or upgraded under the general binding rules, and this is often dealt with at the point of sale. We can empty, inspect and advise, and our drainage team can carry out any upgrade work.
Responsible disposal
Every load goes to a licensed treatment facility where the water is cleaned and returned safely to the environment. More than 99% of the wastewater we collect is recycled in this way.
Frequently asked questions
How often should my septic tank be emptied?
For most households, once a year. Larger households, small tanks or heavy use may need it more often. A cesspit needs emptying much more frequently, often every few weeks.
Do I need to be at home?
Not usually, as long as we can get to the tank and the lid is accessible. Let us know where it is when you book.
How close does the tanker need to get?
We carry long lengths of suction hose, so the tanker can normally stay on the road or drive while we empty a tank some distance away. Tell us about the access and we will send a suitable vehicle.
Do you provide a waste transfer note?
Yes. As registered waste carriers we provide documentation for every collection.