Cleansing
Glanville Cleansing is a leading provider of drainage, environmental, and waste management solutions across the South West, delivering professional drain cleansing services to commercial, industrial, and domestic clients.
Supported by a modern fleet of combination tankers, recycling units, and high-pressure water jetting vehicles, our experienced teams deliver efficient, effective solutions for a wide range of drainage and cleansing needs. From routine maintenance and preventative cleaning to emergency response and blockage removal, we use advanced equipment and proven techniques to keep drainage systems operating safely and efficiently.
Combining inspection, maintenance, and cleansing services under one roof, we offer a complete drainage solution that helps clients minimise disruption, extend asset life, and maintain regulatory compliance. Whether tackling stubborn blockages, removing debris, or carrying out planned maintenance programmes, Glanville Cleansing delivers reliable results to the highest standards.
Advanced Jetting & Cleansing Fleet
Using industry-leading high-pressure water jetting technology, Glanville Cleansing delivers safe, effective and versatile solutions for drainage and asset maintenance projects of all sizes. Our modern fleet of 18 specialist HGVs and support units lets us respond quickly and efficiently to planned and emergency works across the South West.
Our specialist fleet is equipped to undertake a wide range of drainage and cleansing operations.
Our fleet includes:
- High-volume Jet Vac recycling units with deep-lift capability and onboard over-pumping facilities
- High-volume Jet Vac Flexline units with deep-lift capability
- Medium-volume Jet Vac combination units
- Small-volume Jet Vac combination units
- Dedicated gully emptying vehicles
- Van-pack jetting units
- Remote reel systems for difficult-access and off-road locations
Applications:
- Desilting of pipelines, culverts, conduits and tanks
- Root cutting and removal
- Fat, oil and grease (FOG) removal
- Descaling of pipelines and vessels
- Deep-lift suction works for wet wells, shafts and mine workings
- Pumping station cleaning and maintenance
- Tank emptying and cleaning
- Drain and sewer blockage clearance
- Emergency response and reactive maintenance
By combining advanced equipment with experienced operators, we deliver efficient, environmentally responsible cleansing solutions that minimise disruption, improve network performance and help extend the life of critical drainage infrastructure.
High Pressure Water Jetting Services
Our high-pressure water jetting services are tailored to each project's requirements, providing an effective solution for drainage maintenance, blockage removal, desilting, and industrial cleaning. Using specialist equipment capable of operating between 1,000 and 10,000 psi, we select the most suitable pressure, flow rate and jetting nozzles to achieve optimum results while protecting asset integrity.
Selected vehicles are equipped with remote-control technology for enhanced safety and access in challenging environments. Fully trained operators carry out all work in accordance with Water Jetting Association (WJA) best practice.
Typical applications include:
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- Drain and sewer cleaning
- Blockage removal
- Desilting
- Root cutting
- Fat, oil and grease (FOG) removal
- Pipeline descaling
- Pumping station cleaning
- Tank and vessel cleaning
This gives visitors the headline benefits without overwhelming them with technical specifications. Save the detailed PSI, flow rates and remote-control distances for a fleet/specification section or downloadable brochure.
Septic Tanks and Interceptor Cleaning
Regular cleaning and emptying of septic tanks and interceptors is essential to maintain performance, prevent blockages, and reduce the risk of costly repairs or environmental issues.
Glanville Cleansing provides professional septic tank and interceptor cleaning services throughout the South West. Using specialist tanker equipment, our experienced operatives safely remove and dispose of waste at licensed treatment facilities, ensuring full compliance with environmental regulations.
During each visit, we can identify potential issues within your system and provide practical advice to help maintain efficient operation. If further investigation or repairs are required, our specialist divisions can deliver CCTV surveys and remedial works.
Our services include:
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- Septic tank emptying and cleaning
- Interceptor emptying and maintenance
- Grease trap cleaning
- Routine maintenance programmes
- Drainage system inspections
- CCTV drainage surveys
- Remedial repairs and civil engineering works
Whether you need a one-off clean or a scheduled maintenance programme, our team delivers a reliable, professional service tailored to your needs.
Waste Tankering and Vacuumation
Glanville Cleansing provides specialist waste tankering and vacuumation services across the South West, supporting commercial, industrial and utility clients with the safe collection, transportation and disposal of liquid and sludge waste.
Operating one of the region's most versatile tanker fleets, we can handle volumes ranging from small-scale collections to large tanker loads of up to 30,000 litres. Our specialist vehicles are equipped to manage everything from routine waste removal to emergency response situations, with a 24/7 service available when required.
We collect and transport a wide range of waste streams, including:
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- Septic tank waste
- Grease trap waste
- Oil interceptor waste
- Trade effluent
- Treatment plant waste
- Road gully waste
- Sludge and silt
- Liquid industrial waste
For more challenging materials, our high-powered vacuumation units remove heavy sludge, slurries, mud, and other difficult waste types efficiently and safely.
As a registered waste carrier and broker, we ensure all waste is transported and disposed of in accordance with current environmental regulations. Where required, we can also provide waste analysis and laboratory testing to support accurate classification and disposal routes.
Whether you need a planned maintenance programme, one-off collection, or emergency tankering support, our experienced team delivers a safe, reliable, and cost-effective solution.