Currently trying to track down whoever built the soakaway on my
property (apparently only constructed about 10 years ago) and/or
simply find someone who could give me advice on my existing soakaway
(not sure if it's working properly you see). Just to help me minimise
my search I'm wondering what kind of company does this job. Looking at
www.yell.com a search for 'soakaway' comes up with:


-Drainage Consultants; Drains and Pipe Cleaning

-Sewage Consultants

-Water Conservation and Management

-Wellborers and Sinkers



Also, how do I ensure that I get someone who does a good job IF I need
a new soakaway ? Is there some kind of accreditation, governing body,
etc?


You need permission from the Environment Agency and Building Control to
construct a septic tank soakaway. They will approve the plans and the latter
check contruction. Probably a firm that advertises under Sewage Consultants
would be the best. If you make friends with your local building control they
may be able to make an informal suggestion of who use. Whne you bought the
property the discharge consent should have been transferred to your name.
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Peter Crosland