Manila, Philippines – After recent typhoons and intensified habagat rains caused flooding across Luzon, Manila Water is strengthening its August desludging drive to help communities recover and avoid post-flood health threats.
Serving over 7.8 million customers in the East Zone, Manila Water is expanding its free septic tank cleaning service to protect households from wastewater overflow and contamination, which can worsen after extreme weather events.
Why Desludging Matters After Floods
According to Jeric Sevilla, Corporate Communication Affairs Group Director of Manila Water, “After heavy rains and flooding, septic systems are more vulnerable to overflows and contamination. Desludging is a simple but powerful way to protect your family’s health and the environment.”
When septic tanks are full or damaged, floodwaters can mix with untreated sewage. This can spread dangerous pathogens that cause waterborne diseases like cholera, hepatitis A, and leptospirosis, as well as skin and stomach infections. Regular desludging ensures septic systems work properly even in heavy rains.
August 2025 Desludging Schedule
This month, Manila Water’s service teams will visit various barangays at no extra cost, including:
- Antipolo City – Mayamot, San Jose
- Morong, Rizal – San Pedro, San Guillermo
- Taytay, Rizal – San Isidro, San Juan
- Angono, Rizal – San Pedro
- Binangonan, Rizal – Layunan, Libis, Libid, Mambog
- Montalban (Rodriguez), Rizal – San Jose, San Isidro
- San Mateo, Rizal – Ampid II, Banaba, Gulod Malaya, Silangan
- Pasig City – Rosario, Santolan
- Taguig City – Palingon
- Quezon City – Alicia, Bagong Pag-asa, Damayang Lagi, Dioguino Zobel, Holy Spirit, Libis, Loyola Heights, Nayong Kanluran, New Era, Ramon Magsaysay, San Roque, San Martin de Porres
- Marikina City – Industrial Valley Complex
- San Juan City – San Perfecto, Pedro Cruz, Pasadena, Ermitanyo, Balong Bato
- Makati City – Tejeros
- Mandaluyong City – Burol
How to Avail of Free Septic Tank Cleaning
Residents are encouraged to coordinate with their barangay councils or call the Manila Water Hotline 1627 to confirm their schedule.
This proactive service helps keep communities safe, especially in flood-prone areas where contaminated water can quickly spread disease. By taking advantage of free desludging, households can reduce post-flood health risks and help protect local waterways.
