Tank Rangers of Central Montana

08/05/2026

It’s been a busy, busy time deep cleaning tanks at the Grand Design Rally in West Yellowstone!

08/02/2026

Enjoying the weather and the Grand Design Rally in West Yellowstone! Here’s Jim teaching RV owners about proper tank maintenance and explaining how a professional tank cleaning from Tank Rangers can “keep the adventure flowing!”

08/02/2026

A wonderful satisfied customer brought me a little something to the Rally booth as a tip. In my opinion, this is the best tip ever!!!

07/17/2026

We work in the Billings area, and will be attending the Grand Design Rally in West Yellowstone 7/31-8/4 as an Official Rally Vendor! Come say hi if you're planning on being there!

06/29/2026

Before you replace them, here's something we see all the time...
Many tank sensors aren't actually broken--they're simply coated with buildup inside the tank.
A professional tank cleaning can often restore accurate readings and help eliminate odors at the same time.
If your sensors haven't been reading correctly or you've been putting off a tank cleaning, we'd love to help!
Call or text Jim at 406-694-4435

06/08/2026

We decided to become part of the Tank Rangers Team to provide a quality service for RV'ers in need, if your tank sensors are not reading correctly, if you have unwanted odors, or just want to have factory clean tanks, we can provide solutions to your issues. Give us a call to schedule a cleaning.

06/08/2026

Hey everyone, we started this adventure to help out our fellow RV'ers.

We are so excited to announce a new service to Billings area RV owners, dealers, RV techs, and Food trucks! Our professional tank cleaning service takes care of odors, clogs, and sensors that no longer work! Get your Black and Gray tanks restored to factory clean with Tank Rangers of Central Montana! We do the work no one else wants to! Call us today!

05/29/2026

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Have you ever wondered how RV tank treatments actually work?

One of the biggest misconceptions in the RV industry is that all tank treatments work the same way. After spending time studying the science behind these products, we’ve learned that’s simply not true.

Most RV holding tank treatments fall into one of three categories:

• Chemical-based treatments
• Enzyme-based treatments
• Bacteria and enzyme-based treatments

Chemical-based treatments primarily work by masking odors, killing odor-causing organisms, or altering the environment inside the tank. While they can be effective at controlling odors, they don’t necessarily support the natural biological breakdown of waste.

Enzyme-based treatments use enzymes to break larger waste particles into smaller particles. Think of enzymes as tiny biological tools that help start the breakdown process.

Bacteria and enzyme-based treatments take things a step further. The bacteria consume organic waste and continuously produce additional enzymes as they work. Think of bacteria as a workforce that creates more tools while actively processing waste.

No matter which type of treatment you choose, there is one ingredient that is absolutely critical:

Water.

Without enough water, waste becomes concentrated, biological activity slows down, and odors can become more noticeable.

In fact, one of the most common mistakes we see is RV owners adding more treatment when they notice odors.

Our first question is usually:

“How much water is in the tank?”

Many odor complaints aren’t caused by a lack of additive. They’re caused by a lack of water.

A holding tank treatment is designed to work within a liquid environment. If there isn’t enough water in the tank, even the best treatment on the market will struggle to perform as intended.

A few good practices:

✔ Use plenty of water with every flush.
✔ After dumping, add several gallons of water back into the tank.
✔ Follow the treatment manufacturer’s recommended dosage.
✔ If you’re experiencing odors, check your water level before adding more treatment.
✔ Remember that no additive can overcome poor tank maintenance or years of buildup.

The truth is that water is often the most overlooked ingredient in a healthy RV holding tank system.

At Tank Rangers, we believe educated RV owners make better decisions, and understanding how these products work is the first step toward a cleaner, healthier tank system.

Have you ever had your RV tanks cleaned?