Lift Station Services

Lift Station Repair, Maintenance & Cleaning for Municipal & Industrial Systems

Drummac, A Wind River Company provides lift station repair, maintenance, and cleaning for municipal utilities and industrial facilities across Northern Vermont and adjoining areas of northern New York State. You get nearly 30 years of local relationships combined with the scale, fleet, and systems of the Wind River Environmental network.

Lift stations are critical to your sanitary sewer system. They move wastewater from low-lying areas to higher elevations to keep flow consistent and prevent backups, overflows, and costly service disruptions.

Our licensed and insured technicians are available 24/7, 365 days a year for emergency response and scheduled service, supported by a hydrovac fleet purpose-built for lift station work.

Call Drummac, A Wind River Company at (802) 520-1058 for immediate lift station service or to schedule a Preventative Maintenance Program for your municipal or industrial system.

Lift Station Cleaning, Maintenance & Repair Services

Your wastewater pump station needs more than occasional pump repair. Our Lift Station Services combine wet well cleaning, preventative maintenance, and targeted repairs so your system runs reliably and stays aligned with environmental compliance requirements.

Lift Station Cleaning & Wet Well Vacuuming

Our hydrovac trucks use hydraulic vacuuming to remove debris, solids, and buildup from the wet well and pump components. We clean from the mat layer on top down to the heavy rocks and debris at the bottom of the tank so flow paths are restored and equipment can operate as designed.

Wet well vacuuming addresses accumulated rags, grit, grease, and other solids that can clog pumps, foul level controls, and contribute to sewage overflow prevention challenges in your collection system.

Preventative Maintenance Programs

For municipal and industrial clients, we offer Preventative Maintenance Programs tailored to your station count, volumes, and regulatory requirements. Service typically includes scheduled wet well vacuuming, component inspections, and basic lift station maintenance tasks at agreed intervals.

During each visit, our technicians document conditions, note emerging issues, and recommend corrective actions before minor wear turns into a major outage. This preventative maintenance approach can help extend the useful life of pumps, valves, and controls that run under constant strain.

Lift Station Repair & Pump Replacement

When problems surface, we provide full-scope lift station repair. Our work covers electrical and mechanical inspection and troubleshooting for:

• Pumps, including submersible pump repair and replacement when needed.
• Valves and piping that affect flow and pressure.
• Floats and level sensing devices that control pump cycling.
• Control panel troubleshooting for starters, relays, and alarms.

If pump repair is not sufficient or cost-effective, we can perform pump replacement and coordinate with your operations staff to minimize downtime and disruption to your sanitary sewer system.

Confined Space Entry & Safety

Many wastewater pump station assets sit in underground environments that require confined space entry. Our technicians are certified for confined space work and follow documented entry procedures, atmospheric testing, and ventilation protocols to protect both workers and the surrounding community.

The Wind River Environmental Difference With Local Accountability

Drummac, A Wind River Company has served Northern Vermont since 1997, building long-term relationships with municipal departments, utilities, and industrial operators that rely on us to keep critical infrastructure running.

As part of the Wind River Environmental network, you also gain access to 1,100+ skilled technicians, more than 1,000 service vehicles, and 100 local teams backed by 75+ years of wastewater and environmental services experience.

24/7 Response, Honest Pricing & Real-Time Reporting

Lift station failures rarely follow business hours. We are available 24/7, 365 days a year for emergency calls as well as planned work. A verified customer reported receiving an emergency callback within 30 minutes, illustrating the responsiveness our teams work to provide.

We use honest, upfront pricing with no hidden fees, so you can plan budgets and justify spend to your board, council, or leadership. After each visit, our licensed and insured technicians provide real-time reporting with detailed service notes and photos so you can document maintenance, support compliance audits, and track system conditions over time.

Focused on Reliability, Safety & Environmental Stewardship

Our technicians are trained to recognize early warning signs of potential problems and implement preventative measures proactively. This includes flagging issues that could lead to sewage discharge events, health hazards, or unnecessary power consumption if left unaddressed.

We are committed to environmentally responsible service delivery, helping your municipality or facility stay aligned with environmental compliance expectations while maintaining safe, reliable wastewater pump station operations.

Why Proactive Lift Station Maintenance Matters

Neglected lift station maintenance creates operational, financial, health, and regulatory risks that are far more costly than routine service. Debris buildup can clog pumps and valves, leading to severe backups and overflows throughout your sanitary sewer system.

Unaddressed wear and tear can damage pumps and other mechanical components, forcing emergency repairs or full replacements. Systems running in poor condition may consume more electricity to move the same volume of wastewater, driving up operating costs.

Failures in underground wet wells can expose staff and nearby communities to raw sewage, bacteria, and toxic gases such as methane and hydrogen sulfide. In the worst cases, sewage discharge into the environment can lead to violations, fines, and penalties.

Routine inspections and preventative maintenance can reduce repair costs and help extend the life of pumps, controls, and structures under constant load.

Warning Signs Your Lift Station Needs Attention

Catching issues early keeps your wastewater pump station online and avoids emergency callouts. Contact us if you notice:

• Unusual noises such as grinding, rattling, or vibration from pumps or associated equipment.
• Frequent activation of the lift station alarm system without obvious cause.
• Foul odors or visible evidence of sewage overflow near the station or downstream structures.
• Visible damage such as cracks in the wet well, corroded components, or active leaks around piping or fittings.
• Float malfunctions or pump failures that cause excessive cycling, short runs, or system downtime.
• Buildup of solids, grease, or oil impairing flow or clogging pumps and screens.

Our team can assess the situation, perform wet well vacuuming and component inspections, and recommend maintenance or repair steps appropriate for your station.

Lift Station Services FAQ

What Lift Station Services Do You Provide?

Drummac, A Wind River Company provides lift station repair, maintenance, and cleaning for municipal and industrial wastewater pump station assets. We also offer Preventative Maintenance Programs that bundle scheduled wet well vacuuming, component inspections, and routine lift station maintenance to keep systems operating reliably.

Are You Available for Emergency Lift Station Repair?

Yes. We are available 24/7 for emergency lift station repair. If your pumps are down, alarms are active, or you are seeing signs of backup or overflow, call (802) 520-1058 and our team will work to respond as quickly as conditions allow.

What Areas Do You Serve?

We serve municipalities and industrial facilities across Northern Vermont and adjoining portions of northern New York State. If you are unsure whether your location is covered, contact us and we can confirm service options.

What Is Wet Well Vacuuming?

Wet well vacuuming uses hydraulic vacuum equipment to remove solids, debris, grease, and other buildup from the wet well chamber of a lift station. This cleaning process helps restore capacity, protect pumps and level controls, and support sewage overflow prevention efforts across your collection system.

Are Your Technicians Certified for Confined Space Work?

Yes. Our technicians who work on underground lift stations are certified for confined space entry and follow established safety procedures for atmospheric monitoring, ventilation, and rescue planning.

How Often Should a Lift Station Be Serviced?

Service frequency depends on system design, flow volumes, solids loading, and local regulatory requirements. Many municipalities and regulators expect documented maintenance logs at defined intervals. We can review your system and help you set an appropriate Preventative Maintenance Program schedule.

Let's Keep Life Flowing!

Your community and facility depend on reliable wastewater pump station performance. Partner with Drummac, A Wind River Company for Lift Station Services that combine nearly 30 years of Northern Vermont experience with the resources of the Wind River Environmental network.

Call (802) 520-1058 or contact us online to schedule lift station repair, maintenance, or a Preventative Maintenance Program today.