Septic Tanks & Off Mains Drainage Godalming
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Off-Mains Drainage Compliance Godalming
Ensuring off-mains drainage system compliance in Godalming, UK, plays a crucial role in protecting the environment and meeting regulatory requirements. Renowned for its charming landscapes and unique appeal, Godalming depends on effective off-mains drainage system management to safeguard its natural beauty. Proper care of septic tanks and sewage treatment systems is key to adhering to local and national guidelines, promoting efficient wastewater management, reducing pollution risks, and ensuring groundwater remains uncontaminated.
At Boxall Ward, we specialise in supporting homeowners, businesses, and developers with every aspect of off-mains drainage compliance in Godalming. Our expert team offers tailored solutions, including detailed assessments, professional installations, and ongoing maintenance, ensuring your system meets all current regulations. Trust Boxall Ward to make navigating the complexities of off-mains drainage straightforward, while contributing to the preservation of Godalming’s environment for future generations.
Discover more about our comprehensive services and find out how we can provide customised drainage and environmental compliance solutions to meet your specific requirements.
Septic Tank Installation and Replacement in Godalming
Looking for professional septic tank replacement and installation services in Godalming?
Although septic tanks are relatively simple in design, they have a finite lifespan and may develop issues over time. Structural wear and damage often lead to septic tank failures, causing leaks and inadequate containment of wastewater. When a septic tank becomes ineffective, untreated sewage can infiltrate the surrounding soil, resulting in environmental pollution and violating the General Binding Rules set by the Environment Agency.
Another common reason for septic tank replacement is compliance with updated regulations, particularly the 2020 rules regarding septic tanks discharging into surface water. Since 1 January 2020, septic tanks that discharge into any ditch, stream, river, pond, or lake must be replaced with a compliant sewage treatment plant to meet these standards. For a detailed overview of the 2020 Septic Tank Rules and how they may impact your property, refer to our in-depth guide.
At Boxall Ward, we specialise in delivering expert septic tank replacement and installation services designed to meet the needs of clients in Godalming. Our experienced team stays informed about the latest regulations and provides solutions to keep your property compliant and environmentally sound.
Get in touch with us today to learn more about our full range of services and find out how we can help you maintain a safe and compliant sewage system for your property in Godalming.
Visit our septic tank replacement services page for more information about our expert solutions.
Septic Tank Repairs Godalming
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 Godalming
For complete septic tank surveys in Godalming, trust Boxall Ward. Our skilled team conducts thorough inspections to assess the condition and functionality of your septic tank system.
We pinpoint any potential structural problems and ensure full compliance with environmental regulations, providing detailed reports to help you make informed decisions regarding maintenance or replacement. Our tailored services are designed to keep your septic tank system efficient and compliant in Godalming.
Contact us today to arrange a professional septic tank survey and gain expert advice customised to your needs.
Find out more about our septic tank services and see how we can help optimise your system’s performance and ensure regulatory compliance.
Groundworks Godalming
In Godalming, we deliver expert groundworks services with an unwavering commitment to quality and precision. Our experienced team specialises in a wide range of groundworks projects, including excavation, landscaping, drainage solutions, and more.
Whether your project is residential, commercial, or industrial, we provide customised solutions designed to meet your unique needs. With a dedication to exceptional craftsmanship and meticulous attention to detail, we ensure every groundworks project is completed efficiently and to the highest standards.
Discover our comprehensive groundworks services to find out how we can support your project in Godalming.
Certified Installers Godalming
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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
Check out our Homebuyer Surveys (Septic Tank Surveys)
Godalming 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.
Areas we serve include: West Sussex, East Sussex, Hampshire, the New Forest, Surrey, Kent, Berkshire and parts of Wiltshire and Dorset. If you are unsure whether we cover your area, please contact us and we’ll be happy to advise.
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.
