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 Cesspits are usually installed in preference to septic tanks because of ground conditions or to remove the potential of pollution.
Emptying Frequency
There is no easy answer to this question because emptying will depend upon size of tank, the size of the property and the number of occupants. Is the property used all year round and are appliances such as washing machines and dishwashers discharging to the tank.
Cesspits Do's & Don'ts
Because it is a sealed system there is little in the way of household liquid that cannot be discharged into a cesspit. However -
- Don't allow flammable liquids to enter the system;
- Don't allow the service area (manhole) to become overgrown;
- Do have the system emptied regularly;
- Do take advantage of our Regular Service Discount Scheme rates.
Problems and Remedies
Problem: |
If a tank leaks for any reason there are two consequences - |
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a) Pollution of the nearby land and water courses;
b) Backfilling of the tank when the local water course is high, causing the system to back up.
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Cause: |
This second problem namely occurs during either the winter months or during long periods of wet weather.
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Remedy: |
Repair
or replace the tank. Call 0500 053429
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Problem: |
Tank lifts out of ground after emptying. |
Cause: |
Usually new builds: Poorly installed tank and high water course. Tank becomes buoyant when emptied and is forced to the surface by the level of the ground water. |
Remedy: |
Re-install
the tank correctly. Call 0500 053429 |
Problem: |
Odour or seepage around manhole cover. |
Cause: |
System full or back filling. |
Remedy: |
Call 0500
053429 to have the tank emptied. |
For further
information about cesspits and domestic waste disposal please telephone 0500
053429 or e-mail us
at: enquiries@csgwasteman.co.uk.
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