Did you know that if you own a property containing a septic tank, then you have a number of legal obligations to meet. If you fail to do that, you could be liable for a heavy fine. First of all, you are legally responsible for the operation of a septic tank if you own [...]
A properly working septic tank is an essential component for many commercial properties, providing a reliable and cost-effective way to manage wastewater generated on site. However, if a septic tank isn’t regularly inspected or maintained, then water can back up, causing flooding, bad smells and harm to the environment as well as repair costs, which [...]
If you are thinking about buying an “off the grid” property that comes with a septic tank, here are some key facts you need to be aware of. What exactly is a septic tank? Simply put, a septic tank is an underground container that collects sewage and waste from a property. How does a [...]
If you have a septic tank and are struggling to keep it in good working order, or you are looking for a reliable service to empty and maintain it, then we are ready and waiting to help. What service do we offer? At Drain and Sewer Services we have more than 50 years of [...]
When a septic tank goes wrong it can be a very unpleasant experience, but a septic tank management plan can help you to avoid a very odorous problem. What can damage a septic tank? Out of sight, out of mind is how many owners regard their septic tanks, but they ignore it at their [...]
A home in the countryside can be truly idyllic, but the remote location will mean you need to take into consideration certain aspects that you might otherwise take for granted – your waste disposal being one of them. The most common residential waste disposal systems, septic tanks and soakaways, sewage treatment plants and cesspits require regular maintenance so that [...]
Do you know your cesspit from your septic tanks? They work differently, but both perform a similar task and they both require routine maintenance to work optimally. So, what is a cesspit? A cesspit is a tank sealed underground, with a manhole cover for access, that collects wastewater and sewage and stores it until [...]
Not managed properly, septic tanks run the risk of causing pollution in their adjacent environment, so it’s important if your property has one, to check and maintain it properly. The rules dealing with septic tanks The General Binding Rules that came into effect in January 2020, ban septic tanks from being discharged into watercourses, [...]
The General Binding Rules, which affect septic tank owners, are tightening in 2020 and placing greater restrictions on septic tanks discharging into a watercourse. Discharges from septic tanks directly to surface water are not allowed under the General Binding Rules. Under the new rules, if you have a septic tank that discharges directly to [...]
