sewage

Hi all, I was checking the drain maps on my property and discovered that the foul sewer line runs through the garden v close to an extension I have. I had plans to knock down or add to this extension but thought the sewer line may create challenges with build over etc. I have two manhole...

Hi there, I’m feeling a bit stuck and not sure my plumber has the answer either. Hoping someone with experience dealing with Thames Water sewers can help! I’m looking to connect a PVC pipe to an existing manhole with clay pipes. The new pipe will run in a straight line along a trench in an...

Hey everyone, I'm covering the damp line of my flat with concrete since previous owner got rid of it for aesthetic reasons. The part that was in contact with concrete looks really rusty and weak. The pipe will be covered with concrete on Friday. My questions are: 1) Does the pipe looks ok to...

Hi All, I am planning to do drains & pipework. please see the image below: Is that okay? is building control going to approve? I have read somewhere that every underground joint need an inspection chamber, is that correct?

Hi guys, So I’m desperately after some advice! Since moving into our house a few years ago the sewer pipes always get blocked. We’ve had professionals clean them but they still clog up after a few months. What I believe to be happening is my waste pipes are not on a steep enough gradient and/or...

My current septic tanks leachfield has failed, my garden is tiny and we think the leachfield goes under my neighbours drive into the farmers field. The tank is a fiberglass klargester onion shaped one and has been in for over 20 years. Someone has been out and said by the time you dig a new...

Hey guys, I’m installing a saniflo macerating toilet, but having trouble finding a good spot to discharge the 22mm pipe to. option 1- discharge right into where my current WC goes. The problem is i dont have access to neighbour underneath my house, so I would have to raise the WC or somehow...

Hi I have sewage smell in our kitchen and just wanted some advice please background new kitchen fitted in July 2019. All new units. Old sink was a right hand drainer - new sink is a left hand drainer. So I think the external pipe was moved to accommodate. no blockages in sink or toilet...

We have removed a macerater from our ds loo and will be connecting with the inspection chamber in the garden. The setup currently looks like this. Pictures attached. I have notified BC but I haven’t been able to speak to anyone with it being Easter. The air admittance valve on the white pipe...

Hi Guys, The outdoor garden drain is blocked quite severely with years of fat, oils, grease build etc.. Most likely from the previous owner of the home, with the addition to my own. The problem started as I noticed my kitchen sink was not allowing water to drain and was coming back up. I...

Hi, I would very much appreciate you input on my project. Project: I am building a side extension which incorporates a new WC. My build will go over existing sewer pipes and manholes. Status: I have planning council permission and now I wish to obtain Thames Water Build Over permission...

New to the forums so hello. I hoped someone in the know could please help me with what is probably a simple question. I'm working out how much space I need for the drainage field of a new build and wondered what constitutes the drainage field area. Part H helps you work out the area needed but...