Hydrojet Tank Cleaning

RV technician performing professional Hydrojet tank cleaning with a portable pressure washer, clear sewer fitting, wash basin, and standard RV sewer hose

A Deeper Clean Than Routine Dumping & Flushing
Professional mobile Hydrojet cleaning helps remove stubborn residue and buildup that ordinary dumping and routine rinsing can leave behind in RV black- and gray-water holding tanks.

Why Hydrojet Cleaning Goes Beyond a Routine Tank Flush

Dumping and routine tank rinsing remove loose waste, but paper, grease, mineral residue and other buildup can remain on tank walls and around level-sensor areas. Our Hydrojet Tank Cleaning service uses controlled high-pressure water and specialized equipment to loosen stubborn material and flush debris through the RV’s normal waste system.

What’s Included With Your Hydrojet Service

Services below apply to the tank or tanks in your selected option. Single Tank Cleaning covers one selected black or gray tank; Black & Gray Tank Cleaning and the Tank Cleaning & Water Heater Maintenance Package cover one black and one gray tank.

  • Black-tank hydrojet cleaning and flushing
  • Gray-tank hydrojet cleaning and flushing
  • Removal of accumulated waste, paper, grease and residue
  • Cleaning around tank walls and level-sensor areas
  • Final rinse and drainage check
  • Final deodorizing and tank-conditioning treatment for both the black and gray holding tanks
  • Lubrication of black- and gray-tank dump valves to help reduce sticking and keep valve seals operating smoothly

Is Your RV Telling You It’s Time for a Tank Cleaning?

  • Persistent odors that return soon after dumping
  • Tank-level sensors that still read full or give inconsistent readings after dumping
  • Slow or incomplete draining, recurring clogs or suspected buildup
  • A recently purchased used RV with an unknown tank-maintenance history
  • Preventive deep cleaning before extended travel, seasonal storage or a long trip

Your Six-Step Tank Refresh

1. Get Set Up
We start by protecting the area around your RV and hooking up to an approved sewer or dump connection.
2. Loosen the Buildup
We guide our Hydrojet hose into your tanks, using controlled water pressure to loosen stubborn waste, grease and mineral buildup.
3. Flush It Away
We flush the loosened buildup out through your RV’s sewer system, keeping an eye on what’s coming out as we go.
4. Rinse & Check
We give your tanks a final rinse, make sure they’re draining well and check how your tank-level sensors are reading.
5. Keep Things Moving
We lubricate your dump valves to help them move more smoothly and reduce sticking.
6. Freshen Up & Finish
We finish with an RV-safe deodorizer and tank conditioner for a fresh start. Your tanks are ready to use.

Benefits of Professional Hydrojet Cleaning

  • More Complete Tank Evacuation — Helps remove stubborn waste, paper, grease and residue that routine dumping and rinsing can leave behind
  • Cleaner Tank Surfaces — Removes accumulated material from tank walls where odor-causing residue can remain
  • Struvite Buildup Reduction — Helps break up and flush away struvite, a hard mineral scale that can form inside black-water holding tanks. Results depend on deposit thickness, accessibility and tank condition.
  • Cleaner Sensor Areas — Cleaning around level-sensor areas may improve readings when buildup is causing inaccurate or inconsistent indications
  • Better Drainage — Helps clear accumulated material that can contribute to slow draining, incomplete emptying and recurring clogs
  • A Better Maintenance Baseline — Starts routine tank care from a cleaner condition, making good dumping and rinsing habits more effective
Illustration comparing typical RV holding tank buildup before cleaning with a cleaner tank after professional Hydrojet cleaning

Suggested Cleaning Intervals

Cleaning needs vary with tank size, usage, water habits and the RV’s maintenance history. As a general guideline:

  • Typical recreational use: consider a professional deep cleaning about once a year, adjusted for tank use and condition
  • Frequent or full-time use: consider cleaning every 6–12 months, depending on use, dumping habits and tank condition
  • As needed: schedule service sooner when persistent odors, slow draining, recurring clogs or inaccurate sensor readings develop
  • Recently purchased used RV: consider an initial cleaning when the tank-maintenance history is unknown

Care Between Professional Cleanings

  • Use plenty of water with each flush and during routine black-tank use; adequate water helps keep waste and paper moving
  • Keep the black-tank valve closed during normal use so liquids do not drain away while solids remain behind. Before dumping, allow the tank to become substantially full or add water when necessary
  • After dumping and rinsing, add some fresh water back to the black tank before returning it to service; follow your RV manufacturer’s recommendations
  • Use readily dissolving toilet paper suitable for your RV system, and never flush wipes, hygiene products or other foreign material
  • Keep grease, food solids and harsh household drain chemicals out of gray and black tanks
  • Rinse tanks periodically and use only products labeled safe for RV holding-tank systems

Service Location Requirements

Customer-provided connections required:

  • Pressurized Water — A working freshwater spigot or hose connection must be available at the service location
  • 110/120V Power — A standard working electrical outlet must be available within practical reach of the RV
  • Authorized Sewer or Dump Connection — The RV must be positioned where its waste system can be legally and safely connected to an approved sewer or RV dump connection

These connections must be available at the service location before tank cleaning can begin.

Hydrojet service cleans and flushes waste holding tanks; it is not represented as sterilization or disinfection. Service availability depends on tank access, plumbing condition, disposal access and the condition of the RV.

Hydrojet Tank Cleaning Options
  • Single Tank Cleaning — $195: Cleaning of one black or gray holding tank.
  • Black & Gray Tank Cleaning — $295: Cleaning of one black and one gray holding tank.
  • Tank Cleaning & Water Heater Maintenance Package — $395: Cleaning of one black and one gray holding tank plus RV Water Heater Annual Service for one conventional electric/propane tank-style RV water heater.

Each cleaning option includes final deodorizing and tank conditioning, plus lubrication of the serviced tank dump valves.

Customer-provided water, 110/120V power and an authorized sewer or dump connection are required. Extra tanks, severe clogs, inaccessible plumbing, parts and repairs are quoted separately. Water heater service in the $395 package excludes tankless and hydronic systems. Applicable travel charges are confirmed before your appointment.