Do I need a permit for a septic tank or sewage treatment plant?
Plan commercial drainage early to cut flood risk, win consent and stay compliant. Surveys, SuDS and stakeholder input keep projects running smoothly. […]
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Climate and groundwater – how 2025’s weather reminded rural homeowners to check their drainage systems
How extreme 2025 weather affected groundwater and drainage, reminding rural homeowners to check, maintain and future-proof septic and soakaway systems. […]
What you need to know before buying a house with a cesspit
Thinking of buying a property with a cesspit? Learn the legal duties, running costs and checks to make before committing to a purchase. […]
How long does a septic tank typically last before needing replacement?
A septic tank is an essential part of many UK properties, particularly in rural areas – but it’s often not thought about until something goes wrong. […]
Septic Tanks Vs Sewage Treatment Plant: What’s The Difference?
Septic tanks and sewage treatment plants are solutions to the same problem – but which one you use depends on several factors. […]
Buying A House With An Old Septic System – What You Need To Know
If you’re purchasing a property with an older septic tank system, it’s important to understand what you’re taking on. For many UK buyers, this will be a new experience – particularly if you’ve only ever lived in houses connected to the main sewage network. […]
Do I need planning permission for a sewage treatment plant?
One of the more commonly asked questions before installing a sewage treatment plant is: ‘Do I need planning permission?’. The short answer is: ‘It depends’ – but the better answer is more nuanced and detailed.
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How does sewage treatment work? (The process explained)
To get right to the heart of any drainage issues, one of the most effective tools we have as a leading professional sewage treatment company is our state-of-the-art CCTV drainage survey equipment.
With a CCTV drainage survey, we can locate the source of any problems quickly and without disruptive groundworks, as well 5as detecting any potential issues before they develop into costly headaches. […]
How do Groundwater Source Protection Zones (SPZs) affect effluent discharge?
Proseptic always aims to demystify regulations around sewage and discharges, e.g. updates on the General Binding Rules. And several of the questions we’ve been asked recently relate to Groundwater Source Protection Zones, or SPZs. This helpful guide should clear up some of the more important points around SPZs and how they affect those properties situated within them. […]
Seaside Sewage Discharges: How Living Near The Sea Impacts Your Sewage Treatment
No matter the location, having robust, reliable sewage treatment is a vital part of your household or business operations – especially if you happen to live near water.
Areas in close proximity to waterways or the sea have additional considerations when it comes to sewage treatment, as failure to maintain a healthy sewage treatment plant can result in severe consequences. […]