The Brew Cabin

Posted: **Tue Apr 11, 2006 9:27 pm**

Hi,

I have a 1935 property with a cesspit for waste water, and a connected soakaway.

My problem is that the system keeps backing up, and when looking under the soakaway cover the pit is filled with water to a pretty high level. So I'm guessing that as it is original it is probably past its best!

I need advice on how to rectify this problem:

1. How can I stop solids getting through into a new soakaway, to prolong its life,

2. Should I build another similar soakaway, or given the volume of water created by a family of 3, soon to be 4 should I opt for a land drain system using the perforated pipes over a wider area?

I would be grateful for any advice you can offer?

Thanks

Simon

Posted: **Wed Apr 12, 2006 2:02 pm**

Most likely you need a new soakaway, but an on-site assessment would be your best first move. Contact a local drainage specialist.

Posted: **Wed Apr 12, 2006 6:56 pm**

Thanks,

However, I'm looking to keep down the costs,
think I'll covert the existing soakaway into a catch pit and try to link in a leach field as per the website.

Will try the perculation test first.

Regards

Simon

The Brew Cabin

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