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Posted: Fri Aug 15, 2003 10:42 pm
by stoatgobbler
I have a soakaway that is located apprx 4 mtrs from my house and underneath a tarmac drive. It is blocked and the the water does not drain properly. Is there any way of clearing it other than digging up the drive to locate it?
Posted: Mon Aug 18, 2003 9:51 am
by 84-1093879891
The short answer is "No" - if it's the pipework that's blocked, then you stand a chance using rods, but, if it's the soakaway itself, then it's time to start again.
Posted: Mon Aug 18, 2003 10:01 am
by stoatgobbler
thanks,
thought that would be the answer!
Is the soakaway to close to the house anyway? and what is an average depth for them?
regards
will
Posted: Mon Aug 18, 2003 10:32 am
by 84-1093879891
Yes - too close (10m is recommended, 5m minimum)
"Average depth" - no such thing. Depends on site, and are being drained. See soakaways page. :)