It’s Christmas! And that means friends, family and food. If you are planning on cooking up a storm this Christmas, have you considered the damage that grease can cause to septic tanks and drainage systems? Although it is easy to tip any unused cooking fat from your turkey down the drain, this can build up […]
We don’t want to be a party POOPER but… Please remember to consider your Wastewater System over the Christmas period. Your sewage system will have been designed for your home and a maximum number of users. Planning a big party? Porta loos may be the right solution for you to avoid damaging or overwhelming your […]
Due to the nature of septic systems, it’s likely you will occasionally come across a few septic tank smells. This is because of the natural bacterial processes taking place within your septic tank. When fitted compliantly and running correctly, these smells should be very infrequent. However, strong and unusual smells coming from your septic tank […]
If you have a pet, you will know the struggles of having to bathe them. As much as they will not like it, your septic tank will be equally as unhappy. Alongside other household items such as nappies, sanitary products, fats, chemicals, cotton buds and many more, pet-related items can also cause major blockages and […]
Many properties, particularly in more rural areas, still have an old style septic tank, as opposed to an alternative like a small sewage treatment plant. And since the rules changed on septic tanks in January 2020, some people coming to sell their house have found that buyers want compliance. Which could mean that factoring in […]
While it’s important that you don’t overpay if you have a septic tank – no matter what drainage system you have, don’t neglect its maintenance to save money. The phrase that’s everywhere at the moment: ‘cost of living crisis’, is leading many of us to look at ways to cut costs in our households and […]
When we covered in detail what a small sewage treatment plant was, we touched on the role of bacteria in the process. In fact, microorganisms play an important part in sewage treatment, from smaller domestic properties to multiple occupancy buildings and workplaces. And while it’s understandably tempting to think ‘out of sight, out of mind’ […]
Last year we provided an update on the current British standards for septic tanks, otherwise known as the General Binding Rules. And while those are specific about the standards that must be met by septic tanks in situ, some people may wonder if they can have a new one installed. The short answer is ‘yes’ […]
As the rising cost of living is set to squeeze household budgets further throughout the year, it’s important to avoid overpaying for utilities. But one of the possible contributing factors to a larger than necessary water bill may be something that predates the current crisis. Your septic tank may be one of the many in […]
Sometimes (even if you’ve been following tips to avoid blocked drains) pipes can become obstructed. When this happens, it may be necessary for your system to undergo drain jetting in order to clear the problem. Follow this guidance to see whether or not your drains are blocked and require attention. What is drain jetting? As […]