Costlier to clear septic tanks

New rates soon: While tariffs for emptying septic tanks are set to increase between RM5 and RM8 from Oct 1, the ministry said that tariffs for connected sewerage services will see a hike of RM2 a month from Jan 1 next year.

PETALING JAYA: Beginning Oct 1, tariffs for emptying septic tanks will be raised by Indah Water Konsortium (IWK) Sdn Bhd by between RM5 and RM8 a month, according to the Environment and Water Ministry.

The ministry also said tariffs for connected sewerage services will see a hike of RM2 a month starting Jan 1 next year.