Sucker Truck Services in Auckland for Cesspits, Pits and Grease Traps
A sucker truck is a vehicle with a powerful vacuum tank that removes liquids, sludges and solids from cesspits, sumps, pits and grease traps. B&B Plumbing runs sucker trucks (also called vacuum trucks) across Auckland from our base on Great South Road in Penrose. They’re operated alongside our licensed drainlayers, so if the job turns out to be a drainage fault rather than a full pit, the same team can deal with it. Call us today at 0800 579 7316 .
What Our Sucker Trucks Clean
▸ Cesspits: sludge, silt and debris removed from cesspits of all sizes.
▸ Sumps and pits: built-up silt and rubbish taken out before it blocks the line or floods the site.
▸ Grease traps: fats and oils removed from commercial kitchens and food production sites.
▸ Stormwater lines and catchpits: silt and leaves cleared so water drains away in heavy rain.
When You Need a Sucker Truck Instead of a Drain Machine
Some jobs need material taken away, not pushed along the line. A hydro-jet or drain machine moves a blockage through the pipe. A sucker truck lifts it out. If a cesspit is full, a grease trap is overdue or a sump is packed with silt, flushing it further down the drain just moves the problem. If you’re not sure which you need, call us and describe what you can see. For blocked pipes, see drain unblocking .
Scheduled Cleaning for Commercial and Industrial Sites
Cesspits and grease traps fail when nobody is watching them. Most commercial kitchens need grease trap servicing every three to six months, depending on how much cooking goes through the trap. We set up a recurring schedule for commercial, industrial and high-use sites, so pits are emptied before they overflow and council requirements are met. It costs less than an emergency callout after the kitchen backs up.
How a Sucker Truck Job Works
1. Call or book. Tell us what needs emptying, how big it is, and where the truck can get access.
2. Quote. You get a price before the truck is sent.
3. Pump out. The truck vacuums out the sludge, silt, liquid, and debris, and we take it away.
4. Check. We look at the pit, trap, or sump and the outlet, and tell you if anything is damaged or blocked.
5. Schedule. For regular sites, we agree the next service date so it’s not left to chance.
Sucker Truck and Drainlayer Services Together
A pit that keeps filling or a trap that keeps overflowing often has a drainage fault behind it. Because our licensed drainlayers work with the trucks, we can camera the line, clear it with a hydro-jet truck and repair or replace damaged pipe in the same visit where possible. See our full drainlayer and drainage services and CCTV drain inspection .
Sucker Truck Services Across Penrose and Auckland
Our trucks leave from 924 Great South Road in Penrose, so businesses in Penrose, Mt Wellington, Onehunga and Otahuhu are our shortest runs. We work across the wider Auckland area, and emergency drainage callouts are taken 24 hours a day. You can read what customers say in our Google reviews .
Sucker Truck Questions Answered
What Is a Sucker Truck Used For?
A sucker truck removes liquids, sludge, and solids by vacuum. It’s used for cesspits, sumps, pits, catchpits, and grease traps, where the material has to be taken away rather than flushed through the drain.
Is a Sucker Truck the Same as a Vacuum Truck?
Yes. "Sucker truck" and "vacuum truck" describe the same vehicle. Both names are common in Auckland.
How Often Should a Grease Trap Be Cleaned?
Most commercial kitchens need servicing every three to six months. A busy kitchen may need it more often, and we’ll adjust the schedule once we’ve seen how quickly the trap fills.
How Much Does a Sucker Truck Cost in Auckland?
The price depends on the size of the pit or trap, how much has built up, access for the truck, and whether it’s a one-off or a regular schedule. We quote before the truck is sent.
Can You Come Out in an Emergency?
Yes. We take emergency drainage callouts 24/7. Call 0800 579 7316 and tell us what’s overflowing, so we send the right equipment.
Book a Sucker Truck in Auckland
Call 0800 579 7316 for urgent jobs, or send an enquiry to set up one-off or scheduled cesspit and grease trap cleaning.