Companies Cleaning Land Rig Living Quarters in North Dakota

North Dakota's Bakken oilfield hosts numerous specialized companies that clean and maintain workforce housing ("man camps") for land rigs. Major providers include:

Leading Companies

• Clean Harbors – National environmental/industrial services giant. Full-suite: camp cleaning, waste management, emergency response.
• Environmental Solutions Group (ESG) – Regional specialist. Camp janitorial, waste water, spill cleanup, compliance.
• North Dakota Rig Wash – Local, focused on rig & camp wash-down, pressure washing, sanitization.
• Oilfield Environmental Services (OES) – Camp cleaning, hazardous waste, tank cleaning, remediation.
• Patriot Environmental Services – Industrial cleaning, hydroblasting, vacuum trucks, camp services.

Typical Services Offered

• Daily/weekly cleaning of bedrooms, bathrooms, showers, common areas, kitchens, offices.
• Trash/debris removal, dumpster management.
• Disinfection/sanitization (COVID-era protocols standard).
• Deodorization.
• Exterior pressure washing (rig mats, walkways, equipment).
• Laundry/linen services (often subcontracted).
• Pest control coordination.

Cost Factors

• Camp size (bed count), occupancy rate.
• Scope (daily vs. weekly, deep clean frequency).
• Remote location surcharge.
• Specialized waste (hazmat) handling.
• Contract length (spot vs. long-term).

Most offer customized quotes. Operators typically bid contracts annually or per project.

Selection Tips

1. Verify OSHA/NDIC compliance records.
2. Check references from other operators in the play.
3. Ensure 24/7 emergency response capability.
4. Confirm insurance coverage (pollution, general liability, workers' comp).
5. Ask about green cleaning/sustainability options if relevant.