Reptile Tank Care & Maintenance

Reptile Tank Cleaning & Habitat Maintenance

Reptiles require clean, properly maintained habitats to stay healthy and thrive. From desert-dwelling bearded dragons to tropical crested geckos, each species has unique environmental needs. Our professional reptile tank cleaning and habitat maintenance service ensures your reptile's enclosure stays clean, safe, and optimized for their health.

Regular habitat maintenance prevents common reptile health problems including respiratory infections, parasites, scale rot, and stress-related illnesses. We provide thorough cleaning with reptile-safe products, substrate replacement, equipment checks, and environmental monitoring to keep your pet healthy and comfortable.

With extensive experience caring for reptiles and maintaining their habitats, we understand the specific requirements of different species. Whether you have a simple leopard gecko setup or a complex bioactive terrarium, we provide expert care that prioritizes your reptile's health and safety.

Reptile Species We Service

Bearded Dragons

Desert habitat maintenance with proper substrate, temperature gradients, and UVB lighting.

Sand/tile cleaning
Basking spot maintenance
UVB bulb checks
Decor sanitization

Leopard Geckos

Arid environment care with hide maintenance, substrate replacement, and temperature control.

Paper towel/tile cleaning
Hide sanitization
Moist hide maintenance
Temperature monitoring

Ball Pythons

Tropical habitat maintenance with humidity control, substrate changes, and hide cleaning.

Substrate replacement
Humidity management
Water bowl cleaning
Hide maintenance

Crested Geckos

Tropical terrarium care with live plants, misting systems, and climbing structure maintenance.

Plant care
Misting system cleaning
Decor sanitization
Substrate maintenance

Aquatic Turtles

Semi-aquatic habitat with water filtration, basking area cleaning, and water quality management.

Water changes
Filter cleaning
Basking platform
Algae removal

Iguanas

Large tropical habitat maintenance with climbing structures, UVB lighting, and humidity control.

Large enclosure cleaning
Branch sanitization
Substrate replacement
Lighting checks

Our Maintenance Process

1

Reptile Safety & Removal

10-15 minutes

Carefully and safely remove your reptile to a secure temporary container with proper temperature while we clean the habitat.

2

Complete Habitat Cleaning

30-60 minutes

Remove old substrate, clean all surfaces with reptile-safe disinfectants, sanitize decorations, hides, and water bowls.

3

Substrate & Setup Refresh

20-30 minutes

Install fresh substrate, rearrange and replace decorations, refill water bowls, and ensure proper setup.

4

Equipment Check & Testing

15-20 minutes

Test heating elements, UVB bulbs, thermostats, humidity gauges, and all equipment to ensure proper function.

5

Reptile Reintroduction

10-15 minutes

Carefully return your reptile to the clean habitat and monitor to ensure they're comfortable and settling in properly.

What's Included in Service

Complete substrate removal and replacement
Glass/acrylic cleaning inside and out
Decoration and hide sanitization
Water bowl cleaning and refilling
Basking platform cleaning
Temperature gradient verification
UVB bulb and lighting inspection
Heating element testing
Humidity level monitoring
Thermostat and gauge checks
Live plant care (if applicable)
Detailed care recommendations

Benefits of Professional Reptile Care

Reptile-Safe Products

We use only reptile-safe cleaning products that won't harm your pet or leave toxic residues.

Proper Environment

We ensure temperature gradients, humidity levels, and lighting are correct for your specific species.

Parasite Prevention

Regular cleaning prevents mites, bacteria, and parasites that can harm your reptile's health.

Expert Handling

Our technicians are experienced with reptile handling and understand species-specific care requirements.

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Service Details

Service Duration

60-90 minutes per visit

Pricing Range

$60-$150 per visit

Recommended Frequency

Every 3-6 weeks

Schedule Reptile Care

(202) 768-7061

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