Kerkstra Septic Tank Cleaning is a locally owned family business spanning 3 generations dating back to 1962. If you are in doubt about your last septic pumping or experiencing gurgling or slowness in your drains, give us a call. We guarantee clean dependable septic service for routine septic pumping and cleaning, as well as septic system inspection for real estate.
Regular septic tank pumping by a dependable servicer like Kerkstra can easily prevent sewage issues.
Septic tank risers allow for easier access to your septic tank for routine pumping and maintenance.
We service sump pumps inside your home as well as lift pumps which are usually used in a raised mound drainfield system.
Septic Tank Lids should be inspected & replaced over the life of your septic system. Concrete lids will commonly fail after 20 to 30+ years.
Finding proper grease trap cleaning is as simple as calling Kerkstra. We’ll make sure your trap is clean.
Buying a new home Is a big decision. Reduce your risk with a septic inspection.
Kerkstra Septic Tank Cleaning has an outstanding reputation to provide the highest level of honest, clean, and dependable service.
We provide top-quality septic pumping services in the West Michigan area.
Septic Systems services for both residential & commercial customers.
Buy with confidence knowing your septic system is fully functioning.
We offer same day services when emergencies arise.
We love serving our residential & commercial customers across West Michigan and many of the local events in our community.
The Grand Haven Coast Guard Festival is a 10-day annual celebration honoring the men and women of the U.S. Coast Guard. This event was originally started in 1924 as a picnic luncheon and over the years has grown to the point where over 350,000 visitors attends. Kerkstra Septic Tank Cleaning is proud to play a part of this annual event.
We’re proud to support the M45 Celebration, an annual event that brings the Allendale community together for a day filled with family-friendly activities, local vendors, food, entertainment, and more. It’s a great opportunity to celebrate everything that makes Allendale special while supporting the local businesses and organizations that help our community thrive. We’re honored to be a sponsor and look forward to another great M45 Celebration!
Electric Forest in Rothbury, Michigan, is one of the region’s largest and most anticipated annual events, welcoming thousands of visitors for an unforgettable weekend of music, art, and immersive experiences. For our team, it’s our biggest event of the year and an exciting opportunity to be part of the energy and activity that Electric Forest brings to West Michigan each summer.
We strive to create exceptional packaging solutions that exceed our clients’ expectations.
Get Your Answers to Common Questions about our Septic Services
To keep things simple, our recommendation is every 3 to 5 years. For larger families (4+), you may need to do this every 2 to 3 years.
Septic Systems can last upwards of 30 or 40 years if properly maintained. You should never flush “flushable” wipes, feminine products, paper towels, grease, fat, oil, or large amount of food.
Septic Tanks are generally located 10 to 25 feet away your home’s foundation where the main sewer pipe exits your home. In Michigan, this will most likely in your basement or crawl space. In finished basements, it’s usually in your utility space or maybe a bathroom closet.
If you septic drain field is oversaturated, it may not be able to absorb anymore wastewater and the wastewater is beginning to pool at the surface. This can happen during times of excessive rain or system overloading. Long showers, multiple loads of laundry in a single day, or plumbing leaks can overwhelm your system.
