Walt Steuer Pumping Service is the oldest, and most experienced pumping service in the Grand Traverse Area. We do septic cleaning as well as holding tanks and grease traps. We also install/repair drain fields, broken pipes, and perform other various duties. We service all of Northern Michigan including the cities of Traverse City, Interlochen, Fife Lake, Elk Rapids and the counties of Grand Traverse, Leelanau and Wexford. We promise to educate the customer, and to simplify and expedite the maintenance, repair, or replacement of septic systems.
Services
Walt Steuer Pumping Service LLC has been operating in Grand Traverse County since 1967. We are the oldest pumping service in the area. We have several qualified technicians ready to serve you at any time. We do septic cleaning along with holding tanks and grease traps. We also install/repair drain fields, broken pipes, and perform other various duties.
Our treatment center in Traverse City was implemented to help clean up our environment and treat the sewage that's put back into our water system. Many people do not like the Septage haulers disposing of Septage on the land. For many years, it was done this way and the community would like us to get away from this practice.
A drain field consists of perforated pipes that are buried and then laid on top of a layer of gravel and a layer of soil. In cases that you would like to add a strong and natural layer of protection from untreated water, clay can act as the barrier and be layered around the pipes as well. Once liquids start to process and trickle down, the gravel is what separates the solids from the liquids, and then the microbes in the soil complete the process of natural water treatment.No automobiles should be parked over your drain field, installing a pool or building a porch/driveway over your drain field can create massive problems, and deep roots from nearby trees or shrubs cannot be near your drain field.
Where is your grease trap you ask? How often should your grease trap be pumped? How does a grease trap work? Is there a difference between grease trap pumping and septic pumping? All very valid questions having a septic tank and drain field bring that we can gladly answer! The grease trap is an important part of your septic system.
Reviews (10)
Sheri Belanger
May 26, 2022
Joe Frost
May 25, 2019
Tom exceeded expectations. He has extensive knowledge of his craft. Performed a thorough pump of my septic and informed me of methods of preserving my drain field that may be wise to consider. Furthermore, the pricing was absolutely in line (if not favorable). I highly recommend (hence the five stars).
Kelli Kolarik
Mar 24, 2018
Elizabeth S.
Nov 15, 2015
Scott
Mar 09, 2015
First let me say, if everyone ran their business like Tom does, there would be A LOT more successful businesses in the world! Tom is courteous, honest and extremely knowledgeable. He came out and pumped our tank and fixed a backup issue when he said he would and was very reasonable. He knows his business and is very personable. He will address all of your concerns and talk to you like a human being and believe it or not, he takes ALL calls!
So you will be dealing directly with the owner of the company. He understands the importance of "word of mouth" and goes above and beyond any service expected. I will be recommending Walt Steuer Pumping and Tom to anyone and everyone that needs his service. Thank You Tom! Scott Bendickson
So you will be dealing directly with the owner of the company. He understands the importance of "word of mouth" and goes above and beyond any service expected. I will be recommending Walt Steuer Pumping and Tom to anyone and everyone that needs his service. Thank You Tom! Scott Bendickson
David Bayse
Feb 16, 2015
Tom was on time and prepared for most anything. He honestly explained and educated me as to how my system works. He told me although my tank looked full to me and needed pumping that it did not need pumping as that is the was it's supposed to look. He also offered me a plan to maintain my system and help avoid problems and/or prolong it's life. Refreshing honesty, customer focused and priced fairly.
Stacy F.
Jan 17, 2014
This guy was great! After assuming that my septic was full to the brim and needed pumping, he came out and gave me an education on how the system works and that I DID NOT need it pumped and probably wouldnt for a few years. I was so relieved- for many reasons: first that his company responded to my call before the others and second- it didnt cost me $450 (like the other guy who was entirely too anxious to do). Thanks Walt Steuer pumping, you forever have my business and my reccommendation.
Andrew Dunlop
Jun 14, 2013
My wife and I are just finishing the paper work for our first home, wanting to know more about septic tanks i call the closest pumping service (Steuer Pumping). Tom picked up the phone and had so much information about what go's into a septic tank (no pun intended). I'm very glad i called, i will definitely be using Steuer Pumping in the future.
Isaac Knorr
Dec 15, 2012
Jason LaVanture
Dec 12, 2010
Simply AMAZING service. First off I called them on a Saturday morning to check prices. The phone rang several times then went to voicemail. I opted to keep checking other companies and hung up. Literally seconds later the phone rang in my hand. They called me back! I arranged to have them come out and pump the system but only if they thought it needed it.
The day arrived and I had to work. After digging around a bit and examining the system they called and said, "Hey you're good for at least another two to three years." I was also shocked at how affordable the inspection was. Can you even bring a truck out for that much I wondered? Anyway I would recommend this company to anyone. Thank you! Jason & Heather
The day arrived and I had to work. After digging around a bit and examining the system they called and said, "Hey you're good for at least another two to three years." I was also shocked at how affordable the inspection was. Can you even bring a truck out for that much I wondered? Anyway I would recommend this company to anyone. Thank you! Jason & Heather
