Understanding the condition of your septic tank system is crucial, whether you're living with one, buying a property that has one, or planning future changes. A professional septic tank survey is far more than just a quick look; it's a deep dive into the functionality and integrity of your entire off-mains drainage solution. You might need our service if you're:

• Buying or Selling a Property: A pre-purchase drain inspection is vital. Discovering major issues after moving in can lead to significant unexpected costs. For sellers, a clean bill of health can speed up the sale.
• Experiencing Drainage Problems: Slow draining sinks, foul odours around your garden, or wet, boggy patches near your septic tank are all clear signs something isn't right. A survey helps pinpoint the exact cause.
• Concerned About Compliance: Environmental regulations regarding septic tanks changed in 2020. Our surveys can assess if your current system meets these legal requirements, helping you avoid potential fines.
• Planning Upgrades or New Installations: Before installing a new septic tank, a wastewater treatment plant, or a package pump station, a survey can inform the best approach and identify any existing foul or surface water drainage issues.
• Due for Maintenance: Regular checks can extend the life of your system and prevent costly failures, identifying potential problems like structural defects, root intrusion, or blockages before they escalate.

When you call Drain 2 Flow Devon, our experienced engineers arrive fully equipped to carry out a meticulous septic tank survey. We don't just peek into the tank; we conduct a full assessment of the entire system. This often includes:

• Visual Inspection: Checking the tank's physical condition, access points, and the surrounding ground for any signs of leakage or failure.
• CCTV Drain Survey: Deploying high-definition cameras into the drainage pipes leading to and from the septic tank. This allows us to accurately identify any blockages, cracks, root ingress, dislodged joints, or other structural defects that aren't visible from the surface. We can also perform drain tracing to map out the entire system.
• Effluent Discharge Point Assessment: Examining where the treated wastewater goes, whether it's a soakaway or a drainage field, to ensure it's functioning correctly and not causing environmental issues.
• Wincan Reports: We provide detailed Wincan reports, which are industry-standard digital records of the CCTV survey, complete with video footage, still images, and precise defect mapping. This provides an invaluable, impartial record of your drainage system's condition.
• Compliance Check: Evaluating your system's adherence to current Building Regulations and Environmental Agency General Binding Rules for septic tank discharge.

The 2020 General Binding Rules significantly changed how many septic tanks operate, particularly concerning direct discharge to watercourses. Our surveys identify whether your existing system is compliant or if upgrades, such as connection to a main sewer, or installing a new wastewater treatment plant, are necessary. We provide clear, understandable advice on your options, helping you navigate the requirements for septic tank replacement or upgrades with confidence. We understand that these regulations can seem complex, and our team is here to simplify the process for you.

Once our septic tank survey is complete, you'll receive a detailed report outlining our findings, complete with recommendations and transparent pricing for any necessary work. Whether we identify a minor issue that can be resolved with high-pressure water jetting, or a more serious problem requiring a collapsed pipe repair, or even a full septic tank installation, we provide clear, actionable advice. Our expertise extends beyond just surveys; we offer a full range of drainage services including no-dig technology like CIPP (Cured-In-Place-Pipe) relining or patch lining to repair pipes with minimal disruption, or professional drain excavation when more extensive work is needed. We’re equipped to handle everything from pitch fibre reforming to installing new soakaways.