Lift Stations
Lift Stations | Commercial Plumbing | Plumbing | Rogersville
When wastewater can’t rely on gravity alone, HEP’s licensed plumbers keep Rogersville businesses flowing with expertly engineered lift stations. From restaurants on Main Street to manufacturing facilities along the Holston, our crew designs, installs, and maintains pump systems that quietly and efficiently move sewage and greywater uphill to the municipal line. We size every component—basins, pumps, floats, alarms—around your building’s specific demand, then monitor performance with smart controls that flag potential issues before they disrupt operations.
Pairing small-town courtesy with big-city technology, we deliver the responsive service you expect from true commercial plumbing professionals. Whether you need a fast repair at 3 a.m. or a turnkey installation for new construction, HEP arrives stocked, safety-certified, and ready to keep your doors open and your property compliant with all state and EPA codes. Call today and discover why Rogersville trusts our lift station specialists for reliability that rises above the rest.
FAQs
What is a lift station and why might my Rogersville business need one?
A lift station (also called a pump station) moves wastewater or stormwater from a lower elevation to a higher one when gravity flow is impossible or inefficient. In Rogersville’s varied terrain, many commercial properties sit below the city’s main sewer lines. A properly sized lift station prevents backups, complies with municipal codes, and keeps your facility operating without costly sewer excavations.
How often should a commercial lift station be inspected and serviced?
For most commercial sites in Rogersville, we recommend a professional inspection every quarter and comprehensive maintenance at least twice a year. High-volume facilities such as restaurants, hotels, and manufacturing plants may need monthly checks. Routine service includes cleaning wet wells, testing pumps and floats, calibrating control panels, and verifying alarms to catch small issues before they become emergency callouts.
What are common signs my lift station needs repair?
Warning indicators include audible alarms, foul odors around the wet well, unusually frequent pump cycling, tripped breakers, or visible wastewater backups. You may also hear grinding or rattling noises, see oil streaks on the water surface, or notice rising utility bills due to pumps running continuously. If you observe any of these symptoms, call a licensed commercial plumber immediately to prevent environmental violations and downtime.
How much does lift station maintenance or repair typically cost?
Pricing varies with station size, pump horsepower, and condition. Routine quarterly maintenance for a basic duplex system usually ranges from $250 – $600 per visit in the Rogersville area. Emergency repairs can run $500 to several thousand dollars depending on parts and labor needed. Investing in preventive maintenance is far less expensive than replacing pumps or remediating sewage overflows.
Can you upgrade our old lift station to meet current Rogersville code requirements?
Yes. We retrofit older stations with energy-efficient submersible pumps, stainless steel guide rails, SCADA-ready control panels, and redundant alarms. We also add back-up generators to maintain operation during power outages. All upgrades are permitted through the City of Rogersville and inspected to ensure compliance with Tennessee Department of Environment & Conservation (TDEC) regulations.
Do you offer 24/7 emergency service for commercial lift stations?
Absolutely. Our Rogersville-based technicians are on call around the clock. If your pump fails after hours, we can dispatch within minutes, bring portable bypass pumps if needed, clear blockages, and restore service. Our trucks stock common pump seals, floats, starters, and control components so most failures are fixed on the first visit, minimizing business disruption.