Septic Tanks & Water Treatment Plants

Septic tanks rely on gravity and slow digestion of waste, requiring a drainage field. In contrast, sewage treatment plants actively process waste and can often discharge to watercourses, which may be necessary in places like Bognor Regis or Findon.

Choosing between them depends on your property location, land conditions and environmental regulations in West Sussex.

Professional emptying removes sludge build-up, preventing back-ups and odours around gardens or outbuildings. Most tanks in areas like Broadwater or High Salvington need emptying once a year, but frequency can vary.

Our engineers use vacuum tankers and check key parts, identifying early signs of problems before they escalate.

Servicing your sewage treatment plant involves checking pumps, air blowers, and alarms, as well as cleaning filters and tanks. Issues with moving parts are common if not regularly maintained, particularly on older plants in Steyning or Arundel.

Scheduled maintenance prevents breakdowns and ensures the treated water meets environmental standards.

Urgent issues like overflowing tanks, blockages or failed pumps can cause sewage to back up inside or outside a property. Worthing Drains provides a rapid response target for emergencies across Worthing, Lancing and beyond.

You can reach us 24/7, 365 days a year. There is no call-out charge for emergency attendance.

A sewage treatment plant uses mechanical and biological processes to clean wastewater, producing clearer effluent than septic tanks. These systems have moving parts and require power, often needed for homes near Littlehampton or Shoreham-by-Sea.

Treated water can be discharged safely, subject to compliance. Plants need routine servicing to keep the process effective and reliable.

Septic tank installation involves excavation, safe tank placement, and connecting pipes from the property to the tank and drainage field. Correct sizing is vital for busy households or larger sites in Durrington and Clapham.

Worthing Drains manages the whole process, including site assessment, regulations, and final commissioning for reliable, effective drainage.

Typical repairs include fixing broken baffles, cracked chambers, or blocked inlet and outlet pipes. Worthing Drains can excavate sections as needed, using CCTV to locate faults without unnecessary disruption.

We offer written guarantees on repair work, so you can be confident all pipework and chambers are restored to good condition.

Discharges from septic tanks or treatment plants are subject to Environment Agency rules. Some areas in West Sussex require evidence of compliant systems, especially for new installations or property sales.

We help you meet the legal requirements, offering guidance on permits, and performing upgrades for peace of mind.

A drainage field distributes effluent from your tank into the ground. Signs of problems include slow drains, wet or smelly patches on lawns, or standing water after rainfall.

Our team inspects pipework using cameras, and can repair or replace sections to restore proper soakaway function throughout properties in Tarring, Ferring or rural West Sussex.