One of the first questions we tend to ask when we receive an enquiry for a septic tank empty is “What size is your septic tank?”.

Although you may assume you should know, we completely understand that it is not necessarily an easy question to answer. You may have recently purchased or rented the property and there may be little knowledge on the waste system.

We normally ask the question however, in order to assess the amount of waste we need to collect. This helps us organise the correct equipment and vehicle for the job in hand.

As this information is quite difficult to know off-hand, we have put this blog together to help you find out the size of your Septic Tank.

Tip 1 – Documents.

In some circumstances, the property owner will have documentation of the septic tank installation. This documentation will normally hold the information we need to identify the exact size of the tank itself, or at the least give us a good indication.

Tip 2 – Inspection.

We will normally conduct an inspection of the tank upon arrival for the empty. If no information can be found then an inspection is the best way for us to gather the information we need.

In this scenario, we will normally bring what we assume will be the correct equipment for emptying the tank, on the day of inspection, so we can get right to work if we feel we are fully prepared to empty the tank there and then. You’ll be pleased to know this is the case the majority of the time.

If you wish to book an empty or inspection, please Click Here and fill out one of our enquiry forms and we will be in touch as soon as we can.

Alternatively, you can call us direct on: (01646)629089

What is the cost of installing a septic tank? Well unlike a cesspit, the septic tank has some extremely unique features which can affect the cost of maintaining the unit.

In short, a cesspit is a wastewater system which holds the waste until emptied. A septic tank is a wastewater system which not only holds the wastewater but also treats and discharges some of its contents into the environment around it (through a soakaway). This is similar to a Sewer Treatment Plant system.

If you are currently researching the costs of installing one into your home, then there are a few things to consider.

Drainage.

It is very important you have the correct information and permissions in place before beginning your project.

A septic tank can be quite a large size with its tank and soak away to consider. With this in mind, you will need to make sure your ground is suitable for a soakaway and you have the correct planning permission on your land in order to excavate without any trouble.

Even if you would like to install an above ground tank, planning permission will be required.

The size of the tank.

The size of your septic tank will inevitably affect the cost.

The larger the number of people living within the property, the larger the tank will need to be. It is common to think that a larger property will require a larger tank, but if it can only hold a small number of individuals, then the amount of waste created will be less.

A small-sized septic tank can cost upwards of £750, whereas a larger system can cost £1000 – £2000 and beyond.

Location.

Location can be everything when researching which system would be the most beneficial. Smaller above-ground systems can be extremely cost-effective, but they can be somewhat of an eyesore.

However, in some circumstances, you may have no other choice but to install a below-ground system.

Consult with an adviser when researching for planning permission before making any financial decisions.

Labour and materials.

Like most things, the materials your system is made from will unsurprisingly affect the cost of the unit. You would potentially assume that all tanks are one and the same, but this is a misconception. Our advice would be not to cut corners and invest in a unit that will give you longevity. The Septic Tank will give you a return on investment over time so make a wise choice.

There are various different trades which offer an installation service, but it is recommended that you discuss an installation with your local waste management company. They will have the best knowledge on what to avoid and the best course of action.

Summary.

So in an a nutshell, the answer to “What is the cost of installing a septic tank?” is:

Overall, your investment levels will vary depending on the choices made, but on average, the whole project should cost between £3000 – £6000 for supply and installation of a Septic Tank depending on size and ground conditions.

If you wish to learn more about our installation services, please feel free to contact us at any time at 01646 629089 or click here to fill out one of our instant quotation forms. Read our Top Tips for Septic Tank Maintenance here.