Collis Drainage Services provides septic tank and sewage treatment system compliance surveys throughout Thatcham, Newbury and the surrounding areas.
Private drainage systems require appropriate installation, maintenance and operation. Where a property is served by a septic tank or sewage treatment plant, it is important to understand the condition of the system and how it is operating.
A compliance survey provides an inspection of the drainage system and identifies any areas that may require attention.
What Does a Survey Include?
What Does a Survey Include?
The inspection will depend on the type and accessibility of the system, but can include:
Inspection of the septic tank or sewage treatment plant
Assessment of accessible inlet and outlet pipework
Inspection of manholes and chambers
Checking the general condition of the installation
Assessment of the discharge arrangement
Inspection of accessible drainage
Identification of obvious defects or areas of concern
Assessment of the surrounding drainage system
Photographs of relevant findings
Written engineer's report
Where appropriate, CCTV drainage inspection, high-pressure jetting or drain tracing can also be carried out as part of a wider investigation.
Septic Tanks & Older Installations
Septic Tanks & Older Installations
Older properties can have drainage systems that have been altered, extended or repaired over many years.
Original drawings may no longer be available and the location or route of the drainage may not be immediately obvious.
With more than 30 years of hands-on drainage experience, Collis Drainage Services can investigate older and unusual drainage arrangements and identify potential issues that may otherwise be missed during a basic inspection.
What Happens After the Inspection?
What Happens After the Inspection?
Following the survey, a written report can be provided explaining the condition of the system and highlighting any areas that require further investigation, repair, maintenance or improvement.
Where work is recommended, the report will distinguish between observed defects and recommendations for further investigation.
A compliance survey is an inspection and should not be regarded as a guarantee that a private drainage system meets every regulatory requirement. Where necessary, further specialist or regulatory advice may be recommended.
Areas Covered
Areas Covered
Septic tank and sewage treatment system surveys are available throughout:
Thatcham • Newbury • Hungerford • West Berkshire • surrounding areas
For further information or to arrange a septic tank compliance survey:
Call 07966 164315
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