West Side Drain and Septic

West Side Drain and Septic West Side Drain is the leading family owned and operated septic and drain cleaning business.
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24 hour emergency plumbing and septic pumping in Washington, Yamhill, Multnomah and Clackamas Counties.

🚨 WIN A $2,700 SEPTIC & DRAIN PACKAGE WHILE SUPPORTING LOCAL GIRL SCOUTS 🚨West Side Drain is honored to support the Girl...
06/10/2026

🚨 WIN A $2,700 SEPTIC & DRAIN PACKAGE WHILE SUPPORTING LOCAL GIRL SCOUTS 🚨

West Side Drain is honored to support the Girl Scouts of Oregon and Southwest Washington Gold Award Celebration by donating our “Send It Down The Drain” Package!

💰 Package Value: $2,700

One winning bidder will receive:

✅ Septic Pumping (up to 1,500 gallons)

OR

✅ Whole-House Drain Cleaning Package including:
• Main line hydro jetting
• Kitchen sink drain cleaning
• Laundry drain cleaning
• Up to 3 bathroom drain cleanings
• Enzyme treatment
• Video inspection of serviced drains

PLUS a kitchen gadget basket packed with useful tools, West Side Drain swag, drain treatment, and a few p**p emoji stress balls because every homeowner needs one. 💩😂

🚨 ONLINE & IN-PERSON SILENT AUCTION 🚨

🗓️ Auction Opens: June 9, 2026 at 9:00 AM PST
🗓️ Auction Closes: June 16, 2026 at 7:30 PM PST

👉 Bid Here:
https://trellis.org/gold-2026/auction/auctionItem_vwS9RjBkBCs

⭐ GOLD AWARD CELEBRATION ⭐

📅 Tuesday, June 16, 2026
🕕 6:00 PM
📍 Patricia Reser Center for the Arts
12625 SW Crescent St.
Beaverton, OR 97005

The Gold Award is the highest achievement in Girl Scouting and recognizes young women who create lasting, sustainable change in their communities.

Whether you’re bidding online or attending in person, every bid helps support the next generation of leaders.

🎟️ Event Tickets:
https://trellis.org/gold-2026

Support a great cause. Win an incredible package. And don’t let this opportunity go down the drain.

This is why we video inspect drain calls whenever possible.On this job, the customer had a slow tub drain in the main ha...
06/04/2026

This is why we video inspect drain calls whenever possible.

On this job, the customer had a slow tub drain in the main hallway bathroom. We started by cabling through the tub overflow and advanced about 5 feet toward the main line, but no debris came back and the drain was still slow.

That told us there was more going on.

So we sent in the camera… and found the tiny troublemaker: a small black bottle cap lodged inside the drain.

Apparently, this bottle cap had decided to take up permanent residence in the tub drain. Unfortunately for it, our camera inspection found the address.

Objects like this can be tricky. Sometimes they shift or flip inside the pipe, allowing water to drain for a while before moving again and creating another obstruction. One minute the drain seems fine, the next minute the cap says, “Actually, I live here now.”

That is why video inspection is included with our drain service whenever possible. It helps us find the cause of the clog, clear the line more efficiently, and verify that the drain is open after service.

We removed the bottle cap with a retrieval wire, then filled and drained the tub multiple times to confirm everything was working properly.

Clearing the clog is important. Knowing why it happened is even better.

Also, your friendly reminder: drain screens are cheaper than mystery clogs.

Dog of the Day 🐾This is “The Mighty” Quinn!Quinn is a big fan of eating berries straight off the vine, going on long wal...
05/28/2026

Dog of the Day 🐾

This is “The Mighty” Quinn!

Quinn is a big fan of eating berries straight off the vine, going on long walks to Starbucks, and randomly licking the air like she’s tasting the breeze.

Quinn got personality, sweetness, and just the right amount of mighty.

We’re also adding a few bonus puppy pictures of Quinn, because this much cuteness deserves to be shared.

Want your dog featured as our next Dog of the Day? Ask us at your next service visit! 🐶

05/18/2026

Here’s a behind-the-scenes look at an initial diagnosis from Adam on a sewage pump issue.

On this job, the pump was clogged up with wipes, which is one of the most common problems we see with sewage pumps. Even wipes labeled as “flushable” do not break down like toilet paper. They can wrap around the pump, restrict movement, cause the pump to fail, and lead to backups or overflows.

For long-term rentals, short-term rentals, commercial buildings, and other shared-use spaces, it can be tough to control what gets flushed. In the right situation, a chopper pump or grinder pump can be a smart upgrade to help reduce clogging issues and protect the system.

Pump systems still need routine maintenance. Cleaning the basin, inspecting the pump, and testing the alarm twice a year can help extend the life of the equipment and catch problems before they turn into a nasty mess.

Great diagnosis by Adam and a good reminder: what goes down the toilet matters.

05/18/2026

Before a new septic drain field can be installed or replaced, the site has to be evaluated first.

This video shows our team digging test pits for an onsite sewage evaluation. These test pits help determine soil conditions, groundwater levels, and whether the property is suitable for a new or replacement drain field.

It may not be the most glamorous part of septic work, but it is one of the most important steps in making sure the system is designed properly and built to last.

If you are planning a septic drain field replacement or need help understanding the process, give us a call. We are always happy to educate and help homeowners make informed decisions.

This is what happens when “flushable” wipes meet a sewage pump.On this job, we found a sewage pump completely clogged wi...
05/16/2026

This is what happens when “flushable” wipes meet a sewage pump.

On this job, we found a sewage pump completely clogged with wipes. Even when wipes are labeled as flushable, they do not break down like toilet paper and can wrap around the pump, clog the system, and create some very unpleasant backups.

For long-term rentals, short-term rentals, commercial properties, restaurants, offices, shops, and other shared spaces, it can be difficult to control what gets flushed. That is why installing a chopper pump or grinder pump can be a smart investment in the right situation. These pumps are designed to better handle solids and help reduce the risk of clogs caused by things that should not be going down the toilet.

That said, pumps still need maintenance.

Routine cleaning of the pump basin, inspecting the pump, and checking the system can help extend the life of the equipment and reduce the risk of nasty backups and costly overflows. We also recommend testing your sewage pump alarm twice a year to make sure it is working before there is a problem.

A little prevention can save you from a very expensive mess.

Before and after a septic tank pumping and cleaning.This is an Infiltrator brand septic tank, and honestly, these are so...
05/08/2026

Before and after a septic tank pumping and cleaning.

This is an Infiltrator brand septic tank, and honestly, these are some of our least favorite tanks to clean. The structural cutouts along the bottom of the tank can trap solids, sludge, and debris, which means they take extra time and attention to clean properly.

A good septic pumping job should leave the tank looking clean — not just “mostly pumped.” If your septic tank does not look like this after service, it may be time to call a company that takes the extra steps to do the job right.

We provide professional septic tank pumping, septic cleaning, septic inspections, and drain cleaning services for homeowners who want the job done thoroughly.

📞 Need your septic tank pumped? Call us next time.

🎉 We need your vote, Forest Grove!West Side Drain and Septic has been nominated for Best Plumbing Service in the Forest ...
04/29/2026

🎉 We need your vote, Forest Grove!

West Side Drain and Septic has been nominated for Best Plumbing Service in the Forest Grove Readers Choice Awards, and we would be incredibly grateful for your support.

🧡 Vote for us here:
https://forestgrovenewstimes.com/contests/forest-grove-readers-choice/ #/gallery?category=5856653&group=539626

How to vote:
Services > Best Plumbing Service > West Side Drain and Septic

🗓️ Voting is open until 05/05/2026 at 11:59 PM Pacific

Please help us spread the word by sharing this post with your friends, family, and neighbors. Every vote and share helps support our local team, and it means a lot to us.

Thank you for supporting West Side Drain and Septic and for letting us serve this amazing community! 💪🧡

We’re excited to announce our new premium add-on: The Dairy & Poultry Performance Package.We “recharge” your septic tank...
04/02/2026

We’re excited to announce our new premium add-on: The Dairy & Poultry Performance Package.

We “recharge” your septic tank with spoiled milk and a chicken. Supposed results include:

•stronger bacteria
•fewer smells
•and your neighbors avoiding eye contact

Because nothing says “healthy bacteria” like a farm-themed science experiment under your lawn.

A customer found us after another company gave them the runaround, created the problem, and then told them they had a $1...
03/27/2026

A customer found us after another company gave them the runaround, created the problem, and then told them they had a $10–15k issue to fix. We came out, corrected what was done wrong, and confirmed there weren’t other issues—just a clear plan and a proper fix.

We really appreciate the trust, and we’re proud of our team for staying prompt, knowledgeable, and honest every single day.

And we’ll admit… the last line got us: “If the truck has plaid on it… don’t call them.” 😅

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