Service Cost Breakdown

Service Type Tank Capacity Cost Range (Ksh.) Average Cost (Ksh.)
Basic Draining Only 1,000 - 2,000 liters 3,500 - 5,000 4,250
Basic Draining Only 2,000 - 5,000 liters 5,000 - 8,000 6,500
Basic Draining Only 5,000 - 10,000 liters 8,000 - 12,000 10,000
Basic Draining Only 10,000 - 20,000 liters 12,000 - 18,000 15,000
Draining + Cleaning 1,000 - 2,000 liters 5,000 - 7,000 6,000
Draining + Cleaning 2,000 - 5,000 liters 7,000 - 11,000 9,000
Draining + Cleaning 5,000 - 10,000 liters 11,000 - 16,000 13,500
Draining + Cleaning 10,000 - 20,000 liters 16,000 - 25,000 20,500

Additional Services & Charges

Service Cost (Ksh.) Notes
Emergency/Weekend Service +2,000 - 5,000 50-100% surcharge on base rate
Deep Cleaning with Pressure Washing +3,000 - 8,000 Depends on tank size
Grease Trap Cleaning 4,000 - 10,000 Separate or combined service
Bio-Enzyme Treatment 2,000 - 5,000 Post-cleaning bacterial treatment
Unblocking Pipes/Drains 3,000 - 8,000 Per blockage point
Camera Inspection 5,000 - 12,000 CCTV inspection service
Distance Charges (beyond 5km) 500 - 1,500 per extra km From service provider's location
Difficult Access Fee 1,000 - 5,000 For hard-to-reach tanks

Location-Based Pricing Variations in Nairobi

Area Price Adjustment Typical Base Cost for 5,000L Tank
CBD & Westlands +15-25% 7,500 - 9,000
Karen, Runda, Muthaiga +20-30% 8,000 - 10,000
Eastlands (Umoja, Donholm) Standard 6,000 - 7,500
Kibera, Mathare Informal Areas -10-20% 5,500 - 6,500
Industrial Area +10-15% 7,000 - 8,500

Service Provider Categories

Provider Type Quality Level Price Range Reliability
County/Government Services Basic Lower (15-20% below market) Variable
Small Independent Operators Basic-Standard Budget-friendly Variable
Mid-tier Companies Standard-Good Market average Good
Premium Service Providers High 20-40% above average Excellent

Frequency & Maintenance Costs

Household Size Recommended Frequency Annual Cost Estimate (Ksh.)
1-3 people Every 3-4 years 2,000 - 3,000 per year
4-6 people Every 2-3 years 3,000 - 4,500 per year
7-10 people Every 1-2 years 5,000 - 8,000 per year
Commercial/High Traffic Every 6-12 months 12,000 - 25,000 per year

Cost Factors

Factor Impact on Price Details
Tank Depth +1,000 - 3,000 Deeper tanks (>3m) require specialized equipment
Waste Type +1,000 - 5,000 Industrial/grease-heavy waste costs more
Accessibility +1,000 - 5,000 Narrow access or obstacles increase difficulty
Time of Service +2,000 - 5,000 Night/weekend/holiday services cost more
Waste Disposal Fee Included or +500-2,000 Some providers charge separately
Multiple Tanks -10-20% per additional Discount for servicing multiple tanks

What's Typically Included

Standard Service Premium Service
✓ Waste extraction ✓ Complete waste extraction
✓ Basic suction cleaning ✓ High-pressure cleaning
✓ Disposal at treatment facility ✓ Disposal with certification
✓ Basic inspection ✓ Detailed inspection report
— ✓ Bio-enzyme treatment
— ✓ Filter cleaning/replacement
— ✓ Minor repairs included
— ✓ Follow-up consultation

Payment & Booking Information

Aspect Details
Payment Methods Cash, M-Pesa, Bank Transfer, some accept cards
Advance Payment 0-50% deposit typical for bookings
Response Time 2-24 hours (emergency: immediate to 4 hours)
Service Duration 1-3 hours depending on tank size and service type
Warranty/Guarantee Premium providers: 30-90 days, Others: None

Notes:

  • Prices are estimates based on 2024/2025 Nairobi market rates and may vary
  • Always get written quotations from multiple providers
  • Ensure provider is licensed by NEMA and Nairobi County
  • Verify waste disposal certificate after service
  • Prices exclude VAT (add 16% if provider is VAT-registered)