Question 1

What are Sanivac's main services?

Accepted Answer

Sanivac offers a complete solution for the maintenance of urban, sanitary, and environmental infrastructures. Their main services include: rental and maintenance of portable toilets (including sanitary trailers, sanitary blocks, and accessible units), rental of containers and Frac Tank reservoirs, septic tank pumping, grease trap pumping, various pumping and cleaning services, unclogging and cleaning of garage drains, pumping stations, and more, hydro-excavation, de-icing on construction sites, tank and agri-food transport, and cleaning and unclogging of sewers, catch basins, and other urban infrastructures.

Question 2

In which regions does Sanivac offer its services?

Accepted Answer

Thanks to their 8 strategically located branches across Quebec and Ontario, Sanivac serves a very large territory including: Montreal, Laval, Montérégie, Estrie, Lanaudière, Laurentides, Mauricie, and Capitale-Nationale. The Outaouais and Ottawa regions are also covered via their Gatineau and Ottawa offices.

Question 3

Does Sanivac have a large inventory of sanitary units?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Sanivac is known for having the largest inventory in Quebec with over 15,000 sanitary units, including: regular chemical toilets, multiple sanitary blocks, sanitary trailers with showers, and high-end units for weddings and festivals. Their installations are available for short or long-term rental, always delivered clean, inspected, and maintained according to a personalized frequency.

Question 4

Does Sanivac offer pipe cleaning services?

Accepted Answer

Yes. They use high-pressure combination trucks for cleaning pipes, unclogging catch basins, garage drains, and even the storm and sanitary pipes of underground infrastructure. This service is essential in spring and fall, especially for commercial buildings, schools, municipalities, and shopping centers that need to avoid backflows and flooding.

Question 5

Does Sanivac offer septic tank pumping and maintenance?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Sanivac offers septic tank pumping and maintenance services, primarily in rural areas or for cottages not connected to municipal sewers. They also service retention tanks, sealed tanks, catch basins, valve chambers, grease traps, and more. They send maintenance reminders and adapt the frequency according to usage and municipal regulations.

Question 6

Does Sanivac offer emergency services?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Their team is available for urgent interventions, whether it's an overflow, a clogged drain, or critical equipment not functioning. Thanks to their fleet of over 375 specialized trucks, they can intervene quickly based on priority and geographic area. In case of emergency, you can call 1 888 767-1961.

Question 7

How can I request a quote from Sanivac?

Accepted Answer

You can request a quote online in a few clicks on their website. Simply choose the service you are interested in and fill out the form. A member of their team will contact you quickly to validate your needs and propose a suitable solution.

Question 8

Is Sanivac a family business?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Sanivac is a Quebec family business founded in 1961, now led by the third generation of the Kelly family. Although they now have 8 branches and over 435 employees, they have maintained their spirit of proximity, their sense of service, and their local commitment.