Septic Tanks & Off Mains Drainage Egham
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Off-Mains Drainage Compliance Egham
Ensuring Off-Mains Drainage Compliance in Egham, UK, is crucial for protecting the environment and fulfilling legal requirements.
With the beautiful landscapes surrounding Egham, proper management of off-mains drainage systems in line with current regulations is essential for preserving the area’s natural charm and preventing environmental harm.
From septic tanks to sewage treatment facilities, compliance with local and national standards is key to ensuring effective wastewater management, avoiding contamination, and protecting groundwater quality.
At Boxall Ward, we specialise in providing expert support to homeowners, businesses, and developers with all aspects of off-mains drainage compliance in Egham. Our knowledgeable team offers tailored services, including comprehensive assessments, professional installations, and regular maintenance, ensuring your drainage system meets all legal requirements.
Trust Boxall Ward to simplify the complexities of off-mains drainage regulations, helping to safeguard Egham’s environment for future generations.
Interested in finding out more about our offerings? Visit our services page to explore how we can help you with drainage and compliance solutions.
Septic Tank Installation and Replacement in Egham
Are you in need of expert septic tank replacement and installation services in Egham?
Septic tanks, while simple in design, have a limited lifespan and may encounter various issues over time. Structural damage is one of the main reasons for septic tank failure, often resulting in leaks and ineffective wastewater treatment. When this occurs, untreated sewage can seep into the surrounding soil, causing pollution and violating the General Binding Rules established by the Environment Agency.
Another critical aspect of septic tank replacement is compliance with recent legislative changes, particularly the 2020 regulations concerning septic tanks that discharge into surface water. Since 1st January 2020, septic tanks discharging into watercourses such as ditches, rivers, streams, ponds, or lakes must be replaced with a compliant sewage treatment plant. For more details on these new requirements, refer to our comprehensive Septic Tank Rules of 2020 article.
At Boxall Ward, we specialise in providing professional septic tank replacement and installation services, customised to the specific needs of our clients in Egham. Our experienced team understands the complexities of septic systems and stays updated on the latest regulations to ensure your system is both compliant and environmentally friendly. Visit our services page to learn how we can help you maintain a reliable and legally compliant sewage system for your property.
Contact us today to find out more about how we can ensure your septic system operates efficiently and meets all current regulations in Egham.
Septic Tank Repairs Egham
If you have a previously installed sewage treatment system, cesspit, septic tank or, other form of wastewater storage, which requires attention please contact us in the first instance:
Septic Tank Survey Egham
For comprehensive septic tank surveys in Egham, rely on Boxall Ward. Our skilled team conducts thorough inspections to evaluate the condition and performance of your septic tank system with precision.
From identifying structural issues to ensuring compliance with environmental regulations, we provide detailed reports to support your decisions regarding maintenance or necessary replacements. With our bespoke services, you can ensure that your septic tank in Egham operates efficiently and complies with all legal standards.
At Boxall Ward, we are committed to delivering exceptional service and expert support. Visit our services page to explore the wide range of septic system solutions we provide. For more information on regulatory requirements, check out our guide to the Septic Tank Rules of 2020 and how these changes impact system compliance.
Contact us today for expert septic tank surveys and customised advice tailored to your specific needs.
Groundworks Egham
At Boxall Ward, we bring extensive expertise to the installation and maintenance of sewage treatment plants. Over the years, we have successfully completed numerous remedial projects, ensuring each one meets the highest standards of precision. Our dedication and meticulous approach have earned us the trust of a local housing authority, with whom we’ve collaborated for over a year on a variety of groundwork and landscaping initiatives. Our diverse portfolio includes culvert installations, fencing, footings excavation, brick wall construction, slab and block paving, step building, concrete path installation, topsoil spreading, turfing, and much more.
With a team of highly skilled professionals and years of collective experience, we proudly extend our services to a broader client base. As experienced groundwork contractors, we offer competitive pricing for both residential and commercial projects in Egham. Our commitment to delivering exceptional results has established a strong reputation, which we continue to uphold across all our services.
Explore our full range of offerings on our services page, or stay updated on the latest regulations affecting sewage systems by reading our comprehensive guide to the Septic Tank Rules of 2020. Contact us today for expert advice and tailored solutions for all your septic tank and sewage treatment requirements.
Certified Installers Egham
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All Areas We Serve in Surrey
If your area isn’t listed, we can still do the work – just call us on 01903 815 377 and we’ll be delighted to dicsuss your needs and our solution.
| City/Town | City/Town | City/Town |
|---|---|---|
| Guildford | Croydon | Woking |
| Sutton | Kingston upon Thames | Weybridge |
| Epsom | Redhill | Leatherhead |
| Walton-on-Thames | Egham | Esher |
| Reigate | Staines-upon-Thames | Banstead |
| Camberley | Caterham | Chertsey |
| Ewell | Horley | Ashford |
| Oxted | Godalming | Haslemere |
| Wokingham | Farnham | Earlswood |
| Addlestone | Knaphill | Lightwater |
| Bagshot | Virginia Water | Bletchingley |
| Godstone | Shepperton | Thames Ditton |
All Areas We Cover:
West Sussex | East Sussex | Surrey | Hampshire | Kent
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Egham Off Mains Drainage FAQ
In order for wastewater to be taken away from your property, it will be connected either to a network of pipes leading to a main sewer, or to its own private drainage system, also known as off mains drainage. These properties are typically situated in more rural locations where a connection to a main sewer is not possible.
Your sewage treatment plant has to be 5 metres away from trees, fences and hedges, 10 metres away from a watercourse or stream, and 50 metres away from any lake or foreshore. Last but not least, it has to be 7 metres away from your housing and 4 metres away from a wall or a building.
South East UK: Hampshire, Berkshire, Surrey, Sussex, Kent
There are three different types of tanks:
- Septic Tanks
- Cesspits
- Sewage Treatment Plants
Septic tank:
A septic tank does not have any mechanical parts, and it doesn’t perform any ‘treatment’ of the waste. Instead, the waste enters the tank from the property, then separates into three different layers. The middle layer of separated waste water then leaves the tank, typically into a soakaway system.
A soakaway system is typically a network of slotted or perforated pipes, which allow the waste water to percolate through the sub soils without causing a pollution.
The remaining contents of the tank are then removed at regular intervals by a tank emptying company.
Cesspit:
A cesspit is literally just a holding tank for the waste from your property. Waste goes in and stays there until the tank is emptied. There is no treatment of the waste that goes in. A cesspit will need emptying on a regular basis.
Sewage Treatment Plant:
A sewage treatment plant is the most modern form of off mains drainage tank.
Powered by an electricity supply, a sewage treatment plant provides treatment of the waste. This means that the waste water that leaves the tank is cleaner than that which would come from a septic tank. For this reason, it is allowed for a sewage treatment plant to discharge straight to a ditch or watercourse. An STP will also require emptying, but not as regularly as a cesspit.
Septic Tank: approx. every 3 years.
Cesspit: between every 6 weeks to every 12 months, depending on usage.
Sewage Treatment Plant: approx. once every 12 -18 months.
The manufacturers’ guarantee gives the lifespan of 25 years
No, all will need emptying at some point.
If you’re installing a new septic tank in a domestic or commercial property, you will need planning permission from your local authority. If you’re simply replacing an old one, however, there’s no need to seek further permission.
Government’s General Binding Rules.
You can read more about planning permission for drainage systems on the official Planning Portal.
The installation of new sewage treatment plants and associated drainage. We also specialize in all forms of groundworks.
From single house applications to multi-user commercial sites, we undertake all aspects of the installation from system design, excavations, electrical installation through to final landscaping.
We offer a tailored annual service agreement to provide scheduled service visits and call-out cover in the event of a problem.
South East UK: Hampshire, Berkshire, Surrey, Sussex, Kent (South of the M25)
We have over 30 years’ experience in the drainage industry.
We are a relatively small, family run firm, and like to think we give a very personal service to our customers. Giving genuine advice without pressure to purchase.
Yes, all our installations are carried out to the very highest standards and fully comply with Building Control and Environment Agency requirements. All installations are completed using the government’s General Binding Rules https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/small-sewage-discharges-in-england-the-general-binding-rules/general-binding-rules-for-small-sewage-discharges-ssds-with-effect-from-2-october-2023
Certainly, we have installed a number of bespoke tanks which have had to be customized due to a lack of space or access issues.
All our tanks are installed to the correct manufacturers’ recommendations, surrounded in concrete with all the drainage laid to the correct fall for the site on a bed of 10mm shingle. An on-going service contract is offered with all new installations.
Call the office on 01903 815377 (or email on enquiries@boxallward.co.uk) and speak to our office staff who will be able to take your details. We can then arrange for Andrew Boxall to visit your site and discuss your specific requirements. After his visit a quote will be produced to provide a solution to your needs.
This is part of the annual service agreement. If the client does not have a service agreement we can attend as a one-off call-out for a fee. We work 5 days a week – Mon-Fri and commit to attend an emergency within 48 hours of the initial call.
