Why choose us?

Thistle Tanks has over two decades of experience emptying septic tanks, cess pits and welfare units, with a large fleet of brand-new tankers and a highly trained team. Whether you require daily, weekly, monthly or one-off services, our fully trained friendly drivers ensure your liquid waste is removed safely and efficiently. We empty tanks for commercial, residential and industrial sites and also empty effluent tanks located underneath site welfare units.

  • As a fully licensed waste carrier, we have over 30 years of experience providing cesspit and septic tank emptying.
  • We cater for all tank capacities, emptying systems quickly, carefully and efficiently.
  • We can minimise the risks of spillages and damage to the surrounding environment with scheduled visits.
  • We are ideally situated to cover the whole of the Midlands, including Leicester, Northampton, Nottingham, Derby, Warwick and Coventry.
  • We can provide effluent tank hire services for sites with no mains water or drainage, with robust storage tanks made to the highest specification.
  • We can provide a next-day service for your tank emptying
  • No mess, no hassle.
  • Domestic, commercial and industrial tanks emptied
  • Can remove up to 15,000 litres of effluent on any one visit.

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For Thistle Tanks, no tank is too difficult to empty. Whether you need septic tank emptying/pumping, or a cess pit waste collection arranged at a time that’s right for you, our knowledgeable team utilise the latest technology to deliver an affordable and efficient service every time. To request your free, no-obligation quotation, simply complete our enquiry form below, and we’ll be in touch as soon as possible.


    High quality waste tank emptying

    Thistle Tanks is a family-run business with experience in collecting liquid waste for over 30 years. We pride ourselves on our friendly and efficient service and on our fast turnaround times on everything from quotations to our tankers arriving on-site to empty your tank. Our brand new, modern tanker fleet with the latest technology can remove up to 15,000 litres of effluent on any one visit.

    We’re equipped to empty septic tanks, cess pits and welfare units across the Midlands, including Leicester, Northampton, Nottingham, Derby, Warwick and Coventry. Our service is geared towards creating safe and clean facilities for employees, contractors and the general public. Whether you manage a construction site, work in industrial locations or live deep in the countryside and cannot connect to the main sewerage system; we are here to help. Our responsive team will carry out cesspit emptying, welfare unit waste disposals and septic tank emptying/pumping quickly, reliably and safely.

    Registered waste management specialists

    Getting your septic tank or cesspit emptied regularly not only prevents your tank from overflowing, but it also minimises blockages and thwarts potentially costly damage to your sewage system, property and your surroundings. With Thistle Tanks, you’re guaranteed a fast and friendly service, with absolutely no mess or hassle.

    If you’d like to learn more about our offering or wish to discuss your needs with us, please send us a message or call 01455 413661.

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