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At Drain King, we specialize in dependable commercial drain and sewer services for car wash owners who can’t afford costly downtime. From clogged lines and sand trap maintenance to urgent sewer emergencies, our experienced team delivers fast, honest, and effective solutions tailored to the unique needs of car wash facilities.

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Commercial lift stations are vital for moving wastewater efficiently in businesses, apartment complexes, and industrial properties. When sewage needs to be pumped uphill from lower levels, a lift station keeps everything flowing, preventing backups and costly disruptions. Regular maintenance and cleaning are key to ensuring these systems work reliably, especially in high-traffic environments.

Our expert team specializes in commercial lift station service, using advanced diagnostic tools and robust pumping equipment to clear out grease, debris, and sludge. We inspect components like pumps, floats, and control panels, addressing wear and tear before it causes problems. Scheduled service prevents odors, overflow, and unsanitary conditions, keeping your property code-compliant and your tenants or customers happy.

With Drain King, you get fast response times, honest communication, and the region’s best-trained technicians. We handle emergencies 24/7 and offer routine maintenance plans to fit your needs and budget. When you trust us with your commercial lift stations, you get reliable performance, fewer headaches, and peace of mind—all backed by decades of award-winning service in the Minneapolis-St. Paul area.

Restaurant Grease Do’s and Dont’s.

by Art Kallenbach | June 1, 2026 | Commercial Drain Services, Commercial Emergency Services, Commercial Routine Maintenance | 0 Comments

“Insanity is repeating the same thing over and over and expecting the results to be different.” That quote fits restaurant grease problems better than most owners want to admit. I recently had a restaurant owner upset about the cost of clearing a main line packed with...

Frozen Drain Lines? Here’s What to Do Before Calling for Emergency Service

by Jennifer Beam | May 23, 2026 | Commercial Drain Services | 0 Comments

If your sinks are draining slow or not at all and you suspect frozen drain lines, don’t panic. It’s a headache, for sure, but there’s a good chance you can tackle the issue before needing emergency help. Here’s what I recommend if you’ve got frozen drains and you want...

Slow Drains and Strange Smells? Signs Your Car Wash Sand Trap is Full

by Jennifer Beam | May 18, 2026 | Commercial Drain Services, Commercial Emergency Services, Commercial Routine Maintenance, Diagnostic Services, Emergency Drain Services | 0 Comments

If you’re running a car wash, you know that your business literally lives and dies by its ability to move water. You’ve got high-pressure sprayers, chemical mixers, and conveyors all humming along, but none of that matters if the water has nowhere to go. At the heart...

What is a sand trap?

A sand trap is a tank that separates waste water collected from area floor drains. When liquid enters the tank, heavy debris falls to the bottom. Since oil is lighter than water it floats to the top. The remaining liquid flows through the tank and relatively clean water enters the city’s sanitary sewer system. Servicing your […]

What Is an Industrial/Commercial Sand Trap?

In a perfect world, only water would go down a floor drain. In the real world, your drains are catching everything that rides in on tires and boots: road sand, grit, sludge, salt, sediment, and whatever mystery cocktail ends up on the shop floor. A commercial/industrial sand trap is a large underground tank that slows […]

What is at the bottom of a storm drain?

Some of the heavier sediment and small objects may settle in a catch basin, or sump , which lies immediately below the outlet, where water from the top of the catch basin reservoir overflows into the sewer proper.

How to flush storm drains?

High-pressure water jetting We can insert a high-pressure hose into the drain to blast through clogs . This process can remove grease, tree roots, debris, and other solid obstructions.

What’s the difference between a sewer and a storm drain?

Most storm drains simply collect rain water and channel it away to prevent flooding, carrying polluted runoff to local water resources. Sanitary sewers carry wastewater or sewage from homes and businesses through an entirely separate piping network below city streets.