Septic Tanks & Water Treatment Plants

Choosing between a septic tank and a treatment plant depends on your property, the number of occupants, and local regulations. Treatment plants provide a higher level of filtration and are suitable near streams or when environmental rules are tight.

Septic tanks may be sufficient for remote cottages or smaller households in places such as Penryn or Probus. Our engineers assess your needs and explain the options based on your site.

Routine emptying prevents build-up of solids, odours, and backups. Frequency depends on tank size and household usage but is usually required every year or two for most properties.

Servicing includes checking for leaks, inspecting baffles, and cleaning components. Regular visits help avoid costly problems and keep your tank working as it should.

Sewage treatment plants need periodic servicing to check mechanical parts, clean aerators, and ensure the system is running efficiently. This reduces the risk of breakdowns and keeps your discharge within legal limits.

Our engineers provide servicing for units in locations such as Playing Place, Redruth, and Shortlanesend, following manufacturer guidelines and local standards.

Blocked or overflowing tanks can quickly become a health hazard and disrupt daily life. Our engineers target a one-hour response for urgent call-outs, even at weekends or holidays, across Cornwall.

We use specialist equipment to clear blockages, contain spills, and carry out temporary or permanent repairs if needed.

A sewage treatment plant uses mechanical and biological processes to treat household or commercial wastewater more thoroughly than a septic tank. The treated water can then be safely discharged to a watercourse or soakaway, meeting stricter environmental standards.

Properties in areas like Newquay, Camborne, and Devoran sometimes require these systems, especially where the ground conditions or regulations don’t allow for standard septic tanks.

Installation involves excavation, careful positioning, and connecting the tank to your property’s drains and the drainage field. Proper installation ensures the system operates safely and complies with regulations.

Our team works with properties across Cornwall, from new builds in Threemilestone to rural homes near Perranporth, making sure installations meet current standards.

Cracked tanks, worn seals, broken pipework or blockages can all cause septic tanks to fail. Signs you may need repair include slow drainage, bad smells, or soggy ground near the tank.

We carry out full assessments and offer repairs with a written guarantee, using suitable materials for Cornwall’s varied soil conditions.

Septic tanks and treatment plants must meet Environment Agency and local council rules. This includes correct installation, safe discharge, and maintaining records of emptying and servicing.

We help you stay compliant, provide documentation, and ensure that your system does not harm local streams, fields, or wildlife.

A drainage field disperses effluent from your tank into the ground for final treatment. Over time, these areas can become clogged or waterlogged, leading to system failure.

We inspect drainage fields in Chacewater, Devoran, and surrounding villages, offering repairs, cleaning, or replacement when required.