FOOTT provides pumping out of commercial and private tanks to customers through Victoria, southern NSW and beyond. If you’re looking for tank cleaning, FOOTT can provide the right solution, specifically to suit your requirements.
The word “septic” refers to the anaerobic bacterial system that forms within the tank and allows waste to decompose or mineralise.
A septic tank is a wastewater collection and treatment facility that is located underground at dwellings or facilities that do not have access to established sewerage connections provided by water authorities.
All of the property’s drains connect to a single pipe that leads to the septic tank. The wastewater from your toilet, tub, sinks, and washing machine is mixed as it leaves your building. However, when it reaches the septic tank, it starts to split. Sludge, or the heaviest particulate matter in the waste, sinks to the bottom. The floating scum layer at the top of the tank is made up of fats, oils, and proteins.
To remove the sludge and solids that settle at the bottom of the septic tank, the contents needs to be pumped out and disposed of at an accredited receiving facility.
In general, a septic tank should be pumped every 2 – 5 years. Ultimately, the time between cleans depends on the number of people in your household, the age of your septic tank and the tank’s storage capacity.
Our team can provide you with a professional septic system service in the Goulburn Valley and North East Victoria areas.
FOOTT offers onsite septic tank cleaning services for events of all sizes. We can also pump out portable toilets and portable tanks before, during and after the event.
FOOTT is an EPA licensed and registered operator, and provides responsible and traceable recycle and waste disposal and reporting.
FOOTT Waste Solutions is EPA Approved in Victoria and NSW, an accredited Green Star Waste Contractor, and accredited to international standards ISO9001:2015, ISO14001:2015, OHSAS18001:2007 and ISO45001:2018.
FOOTT provides innovative solutions for all types of waste and recycling requirements. We pride ourselves on partnering with businesses seeking to implement responsible and traceable waste solutions.
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FOOTT provides toilets, waste and recycling solutions for major events all around Victoria and further afield. FOOTT can manage all your event toilet and waste/recycling needs to ensure everyone is happy.
Learn moreSigns your septic tank may need servicing include:
If you notice any of these, it’s best to arrange a pump out promptly
Yes. FOOTT pumps out septic systems for both domestic and commercial customers. We recommend service intervals of every 2 to 5 years, depending on household size and tank capacity. Our team manages everything, including EPA compliant disposal and system advice.
Our trained operators will:
FOOTT is an EPA licensed and registered operator and provides responsible and traceable recycle and waste disposal and reporting.
Most domestic septic tank pump outs take around 30 minutes, depending on accessibility and volume of waste. Septech and Taylex take around 1 hour. Larger or event-based systems may take longer.
We service domestic septic tanks and provide pump out services for portable toilets and portable tanks, including event setups. We also service Septech and Taylex systems.
If you have a specific or specialised system, contact our team and we will confirm suitability.
We also clean grease traps.
To help us complete the service efficiently:
Yes. FOOTT is an EPA licensed and registered operator.
We provide responsible and traceable recycle and waste disposal and reporting, helping customers meet environmental requirements.
Yes. FOOTT offers onsite septic tank cleaning services for events of all sizes.
We can pump out portable toilets and portable tanks:
This ensures facilities remain clean and fully operational throughout.
Yes. FOOTT provides emergency liquid waste clean-up services across Victoria and Southern New South Wales
If you are experiencing:
Our team can respond quickly and put the right crew on site to manage the issue safely and professionally.
Call 1300 236 688 and follow the prompts for emergency assistance.
FOOTT provides responsible and traceable recycle and waste disposal and reporting and operates as EPA licensed and registered operators.
We provide professional septic system servicing across Northern Victoria and Southern NSW.
If you are unsure whether we service your location, contact our team and we will confirm availability.
To book a service, call 1300 236 688 or email sales@foott.com.au
Our team will confirm your details and arrange a suitable service time.
Good septic tank maintenance can help your system operate effectively between scheduled pump-outs. Avoid putting rubbish, hygiene products, fats, oils, paint or other inappropriate materials down your drains, and try not to overload the system with large amounts of wastewater at once. It’s also important to keep the tank and disposal area accessible, avoid driving vehicles over the system, prevent stormwater from entering it and follow any maintenance recommendations provided by your system manufacturer or servicing agent. Regular septic tank servicing and timely pump-outs can help manage sludge build-up and identify issues before they become more serious.
During a septic pump out, FOOTT uses specialised vacuum tanker equipment to remove sludge and liquid waste from the tank. The collected waste is then transported for responsible and traceable management at an authorised receiving facility. FOOTT is an EPA licensed and registered operator, helping ensure septic waste is handled and transported in accordance with applicable requirements.
FOOTT provides professional septic tank cleaning and pump-out services for homes, businesses and rural properties across Northern Victoria. Our team has the equipment and regional experience to service properties outside major towns, subject to location, site access and service availability. For properties in South Gippsland or other areas outside our regular service region, contact FOOTT and our team can confirm whether we can service your location.
The cost of a septic tank pump out can vary depending on the size of the tank, the amount of waste to be removed, your location and the type of septic system. Because every property is different, FOOTT provides pricing based on the requirements of the job rather than quoting a standard price online. If you’re searching for septic tank pump out or cleaning, contact the FOOTT team for a quote based on your property and system.
Common warning signs that you may need septic tank pumping include slow-draining sinks, showers or toilets, gurgling plumbing, unpleasant odours around the tank or drains, pooling water or soggy ground near the septic system, and sewage backing up into the property. If you notice these signs, it’s best to arrange septic tank servicing promptly rather than waiting for the problem to worsen. FOOTT can assess your requirements and arrange a septic pump out where appropriate.
As a general guide, a septic tank should be pumped out every 2 to 5 years. The right interval will depend on factors like the size and age of your tank, its capacity, the number of people using the system and how heavily it is used. Regular septic tank maintenance can help prevent excessive sludge build-up and reduce the risk of overflows or system problems. If you’re unsure when your tank was last emptied, contact FOOTT to discuss whether a septic tank pump out is due.