DOMESTIC SEWAGE TREATMENT PLANTS

WHY INSTALL A SEWAGE TREATMENT PLANT?

Looking for a clean and eco-friendly solution for your domestic wastewater and effluent? Consider a sewage treatment plant. In fact, if you're discharging wastewater directly into a watercourse like a ditch or stream, it's the only legally compliant option available. Sewage treatment plants feature two chambers to ensure efficient waste processing and safe, responsible discharge.

Compliance is key when it comes to selling a property with an older wastewater treatment system such as a septic tank. It's important to inform potential buyers if the system isn't compliant and agree on who will be responsible for replacing or upgrading it. Make sure to agree on this condition of sale to ensure a smooth transaction. Contact us is you would like a free Homebuyers drainage survey

WHAT DOES IT DO?

Domestic sewage treatment plants use a combination of mechanical and biological processes to efficiently break down wastewater before it's safely discharged into watercourses. The discharged wastewater can be as much as 95% clean, posing no threat to the environment.

HOW DOES IT WORK?

Using internal mechanisms, sewage treatment plant breaks down solid waste to produce a safe, environmentally friendly effluent. The process begins with the supply of wastewater and sewage to the primary tank, where solids and liquids are dispersed. The resulting liquor flows into the biozone chamber, where "friendly" bacteria condense the organic matter under the encouragement of a pump. This process purifies and breaks down the waste. Finally, the remaining sludge can be removed annually by a registered waste carrier."

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WHAT NEXT?

Now that you have made the decision to install a sewage treatment plant we would a suggest that you take a look at the General Binding Rules to make yourself aware of the regulations surrounding wastewater, or take a look at our Frequently Asked Questions page.

1 WE WILL COME OUT AND SURVEY THE LAND

When it comes to selecting the right sewage treatment plant for your property, several factors must be taken into consideration. These include the size of your home, current and future occupancy levels, the proximity of the intended install point to buildings, the discharge point location, the ground's porosity (if a drainage field is needed), and the accessibility of the site for maintenance purposes.

2 WE WILL DESIGN THE SYSTEM

Our design choices are informed by the results of your site survey, which cover critical factors such as size, location, depth, and discharge method. Based on this information, we provide a comprehensive plan that offers options meeting your specific criteria. During the process, the most crucial decisions will be:

Sizing the tank to your needs today and in the future
Choosing the right tank
Sizing the drainage field
How to access a water course

3 INSTALLATION

Our team will excavate a hole at your property for the installation of your new sewage treatment plant. Once in place, the unit will be connected to a suitable watercourse or drainage field. After the connection is made, we backfill the unit with concrete and finish it off with topsoil and seed. Our professional team will ensure that the installation is completed to the highest standards.

4 OPERATION

While the biological treatment process of a sewage treatment plant is typically self-regulating and requires no specialised knowledge to operate, it is still essential to understand how it works. It is important to note that there may be restrictions on use when compared to a standard mains sewer connection. Our team can provide you with the necessary information to ensure you get the most out of your sewage treatment plant.

You will need to arrange an annual service to ensure the system is in good working order and problem free, and to have the sludge removed for the tank.