Vacuum Truck Service - Portland, Oregon - Lovett Inc.

Vacuum Truck Service - Portland, Oregon - Lovett Inc.

Lovett Inc.

We are Lovett Inc., a Portland-based infrastructure and plumbing contractor founded in 1997. Over nearly three decades we have grown from a single excavator and dump truck into a full-service team of more than 100 professionals serving commercial, industrial, municipal, and multifamily properties across the Pacific Northwest. Our focus remains practical problem-solving, reliable response, and protecting the underground systems that keep properties running.

We maintain a heavy-duty in-house fleet and provide 24/7 emergency dispatch so clients never wait when a pump station floods, a line backs up, or critical utilities need non-destructive access. Licensed, bonded, and insured in Oregon (CCB #125507), we back our work with a one-year workmanship warranty and clear documentation that meets municipal and regulatory requirements.

When property managers, facility directors, and public-works teams call us, they receive coordinated crews who handle everything from routine maintenance to complex extraction and excavation. We treat every project as an extension of our own reputation for getting the job done safely, cleanly, and on schedule.

Our crews combine decades of field experience with modern equipment and proven methods, allowing us to diagnose issues accurately, minimize disruption to tenants and operations, and restore service as quickly as possible. From hydro-excavation and trenchless solutions to pump station repair, sewer rehabilitation, and utility locating, we bring the right tools and the right people to every site.

We believe long-term relationships are built on consistent performance. That is why we prioritize transparent communication, detailed project documentation, and proactive maintenance recommendations that help clients avoid costly emergencies and extend the life of their underground infrastructure.

Plumbing and Drainage Services —

We deliver complete commercial plumbing and drainage solutions designed for the demands of occupied buildings and high-traffic sites. Our technicians clear main lines, repair or replace sewer laterals, address grease and FOG issues, and restore proper flow so kitchens, restrooms, and storm systems stay operational. We combine high-pressure hydro-jetting with camera inspection so we locate the exact problem instead of guessing.

Because downtime costs money, we prioritize rapid response and trenchless options whenever possible. Pipe bursting, directional drilling, and targeted repairs let us fix underground issues with minimal surface disruption to parking lots, landscaping, and tenant areas. Every service includes thorough cleanup and the paperwork clients need for compliance and insurance.

Our plumbing and drainage work integrates directly with our vacuum-truck and excavation capabilities. One call brings the right equipment and crews so a clogged interceptor, a collapsed lateral, or a flooded vault is handled as a single coordinated project rather than a series of separate contractors.

Vacuum truck

Portland, Oregon

Suction Excavator Service

Suction Excavator Service

We specialize in suction excavator (hydro-excavation) services that remove soil and debris with precision while protecting buried utilities. High-pressure water loosens material and powerful industrial vacuums extract it into sealed debris tanks, allowing us to expose lines, dig trenches, or clean vaults without the risk of mechanical damage common with traditional digging.

This non-destructive method is especially valuable near gas, electric, water, and fiber lines in dense urban and industrial settings. We use it for utility potholing, confined-space preparation, storm-filter maintenance, and emergency response when conventional excavation would be too slow or too risky. Our compact and full-size units can work from tight parking stalls or street locations, reducing impact on landscaping and operations.

Clients rely on our suction excavator crews for both planned projects and urgent calls. The combination of experienced operators, modern equipment, and strict safety protocols means work is completed faster, cleaner, and with far less surface restoration afterward.

Vacuum Truck Service - Portland, Oregon - Lovett Inc.

Portland Vacuum Truck Service

Portland Vacuum Truck Service

We provide dedicated vacuum truck service throughout the Portland metro area and surrounding regions. Our heavy-duty fleet handles debris extraction, tank and interceptor cleaning, catch-basin and storm-system maintenance, grease-trap pumping, and emergency liquid and solids removal. Whether the job is routine maintenance or a middle-of-the-night pump-station flood, we mobilize quickly with the right capacity and tools.

Portland’s mix of older infrastructure, heavy rainfall, and dense development creates unique challenges. We know the local soils, common utility layouts, and municipal requirements, so we arrive prepared to work efficiently and leave sites clean. Our trucks feature large debris tanks, powerful blowers, and heated water systems that perform reliably in Northwest conditions.

From multifamily complexes and commercial kitchens to industrial plants and municipal facilities, we serve as the single-source partner for vacuum truck needs. Clients appreciate the combination of 24/7 availability, experienced crews, and the ability to pair vacuum work with plumbing, drainage, and excavation services under one coordinated team.

Frequently Asked Questions

We handle hydro-excavation, utility potholing, catch-basin and storm-filter cleaning, grease-trap and interceptor pumping, tank and vault cleaning, debris extraction, confined-space preparation, and emergency response for flooded pump stations or backed-up systems.

 

Yes. Our dispatch team is available around the clock for emergency vacuum truck, plumbing, and drainage calls across the Portland area and Southwest Washington.

Suction excavation uses pressurized water and vacuum to remove soil without metal teeth or buckets, greatly reducing the chance of damaging buried utilities. It also creates less surface disruption and requires less restoration.

 

We primarily serve the Portland metro area and Southwest Washington, including Portland, Beaverton, Tigard, Hillsboro, Gresham, Lake Oswego, Vancouver WA, and surrounding communities.

We are Oregon licensed and bonded (CCB #125507), fully insured, and stand behind our workmanship with a one-year warranty. We also provide the documentation required for municipal compliance and FOG regulations.