Soakaway Systems
Soakaway systems are designed to disperse water into the ground, where it can replenish the local groundwater.
Why use a soakaway?
You are required by Building Regulations to adequately dispose of storm/rain water from your building. If you have areas of your property that are waterlogged, you need to think about installing drainage to remove surface water and prevent water damage to your buildings.
How does a soakaway work?
Soakaway systems provide an efficient way for rain and storm water to be dispersed into the ground quickly and evenly. They can be constructed from many different materials, and vary in size and shape, dependant on the water dispersal time required. The size must be decided in advance, as it forms part of the building regulations soakaway application.
Things that need to be taken into consideration are:
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Soil filtration / percolator test results
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Yearly rainfall – worst storm in 30 years / 100 years
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Coverage area of roof and hard standings
The area dug should be at least 5m away from any building, to prevent any excess water damaging the foundations.
Drainage Services
Sewage Treatment Plants
DSC Civils has dedicated teams throughout the UK specialising in the installation of sewage treatment plants and sewage treatment systems, pumping stations, septic tanks and rainwater harvesters. Whether it’s for residential or commercial use, you can rest assured that we will provide a professional installation which makes for a fully operational and long-lasting plant.
Septic Tanks
Septic tanks come in all shapes and sizes and can be constructed from brick, concrete and fibre glass. Should you not be able to reach a mains sewer, you may have to install a septic tank and soakaway to deal with the waste from your home or commercial property.
Rising Main & Pumping Station Solutions
Low-lying Areas
To complete the range of services offered DSC also provide Rising Main/Pumping Station solutions, particularly for rural residential locations. For either individuals wishing to upgrade their present position of septic tank/cess pit use, or a collection of residences (even complete communities) wanting together to "plug into" the mains system.
Soakaway Systems
Soakaway systems provide an efficient way for rain and storm water to be dispersed into the ground quickly and evenly. They can be constructed from many different materials, and vary in size and shape, dependant on the water dispersal time required. The size must be decided in advance, as it forms part of the building regulations soakaway application.