Professional Soakaways For Septic Tanks

A soakaway is a drainage system, used to move treated water away from your home so as not to pollute the surrounding area. Septic tank soakaways allow your tank to remain level and not overflow, draining excess liquid into the ground. The soakaway usually connects to a drainage field. Finding the correct soakaway for septic tanks can be a daunting task. A septic tank soakaway must work well to ensure your tank does not overflow, but also does not allow any untreated waste water to enter the local environment.


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Soakaways for Septic Tank Installation Process

We start all our soakaway installations with a site visit. Here, we can assess the site and decide what kind of soakaway would work best for your current septic tank. Our experts can answer any questions you may have and give our recommendations, based on over 25 years of experience. 

When installing the soakaway, our aim is to create minimal disruption at your property and the surrounding areas. We conduct each stage of our installations with professionalism and will keep you updated every step of the way. 

The first step in installing your new septic tank soakaway is excavating the ground. We then prepare the soakaway crates and the ground, ready for the soakaway to be lowered in. Once in the ground, we connect the new soakaway to your existing drainage system and replace any ground that was displaced in the process.


Soakaways for Septic Tanks FAQs

Why do I need a septic tank soakaway installed?

In most cases, a soakaway is the only option to ensure that your septic tank does not overflow, and that treated waste liquid is property disposed of. Due to their importance, having a soakaway professionally fit is highly recommended and as a leading drainage company, we take this responsibility very seriously following the appropriate Environment Agency and Building Regulations.

How much does soakaway installation cost?

The cost of your new soakaway will depend entirely on the individual requirements. The size required or the condition of the surrounding area all play a part in determining our approach to septic tank soakaway installation. To get a free quote, get in touch with our team today. We will visit your property and offer our advice and a free estimate.

Is planning permission required for a soakaway installation?

Despite what most people think, you do not need planning permission to install a septic tank soakaway on your own property. However, it is always worth contacting your local council to make them aware of the installation before work starts, just to be on the safe side.


Benefits of Proseptic

No obligation advice

  • The Proseptic team is always on hand to offer expert advice and to answer any questions you have about your septic tank soakaway .

Fitted by expert engineers

  • Our friendly engineers are extremely knowledgeable and are able to install your new septic tank soakaway to a high quality. We pride ourselves on our customer service which is why most of our work actually comes from client referrals.

What you can expect from Proseptic

  • Our customers are more than a sales opportunity. We want your sewage treatment system to work for you. Therefore, we deliver all our services with longevity, quality and efficiency with minimal hassle.