Our experienced engineers can help with any task, from a simple septic tank inspection to a major sewage treatment plant installation. We provide drainage solutions for properties throughout England.

Could Your Buildings Insurance Cover This?

Many buildings insurance policies cover damaged septic tanks and other off-mains drainage systems. Our team combines septic tank expertise with insurance claims support, so we can check your policy and help with your claim.

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Signs Your Septic Tank Needs Attention

Slow draining sinks and toilets
Foul odours inside or outside
Lush or boggy ground near the tank
Gurgling sounds from drains
Sewage backing up into the property

How UKDP Works in England

Get in Touch
Call 0800 028 9903 or fill in our form. Tell us what's happening and we'll ask a few quick questions about your system.
Site Assessment
A UKDP engineer checks the tank, pipes and soakaway, then explains what they've found in plain English.
Service or Repair
You get a clear quote before any work starts. If your buildings insurance may cover the damage, we check your policy and help with the claim.
Ongoing Support
We can set up regular emptying and servicing, so small problems are caught before they turn into big ones.

What our customers say

★★★★★

Faced with daunting problems with our septic tank, and refusal by the insurance company to honour the claim, we turned to UKDP. Rob Brindley and the team took up our case and throughout a protracted period, due to insurance prevarication and very poor treatment and attitude by the insurers, Rob was totally professional, communicative, and tenacious on our behalf. It was a very long fight to get the insurance claim settled, but we won, thanks to Rob and UKDP. They moved heaven and earth (literally) to get a new sewage treatment plant installed before Christmas. Gareth and his team worked tirelessly and efficiently on the installation with minimum disruption. We can't thank Rob and everyone enough for their hard work.

Anthony Hawkins

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★★★★★

Works completed 21/7/26. Carried out efficiently, skilfully, and with excellent communication on the job. Rob and Paul worked hard and quickly to complete the work, made best use of the time available, and when completed the site was left clean and tidy. An impressive process and very satisfactory conclusion. Thank you.

David Longman

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★★★★★

We want to thank UKDP and the team, Matt, Rob, Paul and Ash, that were involved in the installation of our new sewage treatment plant. They were amazingly efficient and very professional, knowledgeable and courteous. They worked incredibly hard and were excellent in what they did. They are a fantastic team and they communicated really well at each step. They completed a challenging project, in an exemplary way, in just three days. They are highly commendable and highly recommended.

David and Julie

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FAQs

Ask our team

How often should a septic tank be emptied in England?

At least once a year, or as often as the manufacturer recommends.

Does home insurance cover septic tank replacement in England?

Often, yes. Many buildings insurance policies cover sudden damage to septic tanks and drains, but not wear and tear. We check your policy and can help with the claim.

What are the General Binding Rules for septic tanks in England?

Under the general binding rules, a septic tank must not drain straight into a river, stream or ditch, and if yours does, you need to upgrade to the mains sewer, a drainage field or a treatment plant. A permit may be needed near drinking-water sources or protected wildlife sites. We'll tell you which applies.

Who deals with off-mains drainage problems in England?

Your water company looks after the public sewers. If your home isn't on the mains, your septic tank or treatment plant is yours to look after, and UKDP handles emptying, repairs, surveys and replacements.

What are the signs of septic tank failure?

Slow drains, bad smells, gurgling pipes, sewage backing up and boggy ground over the drainage field.

Can I get emergency septic tank repair near me in England?

Yes. Call us on 0800 028 9903.

How much does a septic tank inspection cost near me?

A septic tank inspection costs £399 including VAT. Emptying, where needed, is charged separately.

Need a Septic Tank Specialist in England?

Call 0800 028 9903, Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm.

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Drainage and Septic Tank Services in England

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Counties We Cover in England

Septic Tank Services Berkshire

Septic Tank Services Bristol

Septic Tank Services Buckinghamshire

Septic Tank Services Cheshire

Septic Tank Services Cumbria

Septic Tank Services Derbyshire

Septic Tank Services East Sussex

Septic Tank Services Essex

Septic Tank Services Greater London

Septic Tank Services Greater Manchester

Septic Tank Services Hampshire

Septic Tank Services Herefordshire

Septic Tank Services Isle of Wight

Septic Tank Services Kent

Septic Tank Services Lancashire

Septic Tank Services Leicestershire

Septic Tank Services Lincolnshire

Septic Tank Services Merseyside

Septic Tank Services Norfolk

Septic Tank Services Northamptonshire

Septic Tank Services Northumberland

Septic Tank Services Nottinghamshire

Septic Tank Services Oxfordshire

Septic Tank Services Rutland

Septic Tank Services Shropshire

Septic Tank Services Staffordshire

Septic Tank Services Surrey

Septic Tank Services Warwickshire

Septic Tank Services West Midlands

Septic Tank Services West Sussex

Septic Tank Services Worcestershire

Towns, Cities and Districts We Cover in England

Septic Tank Services Arundel

Septic Tank Services Banbury

Septic Tank Services Basildon

Septic Tank Services Basingstoke

Septic Tank Services Bicester

Septic Tank Services Birmingham

Septic Tank Services Braintree

Septic Tank Services Brentwood

Septic Tank Services Brighton

Septic Tank Services Burgess Hill

Septic Tank Services Carlisle

Septic Tank Services Castle Point

Septic Tank Services Chelmsford

Septic Tank Services Chester

Septic Tank Services Chichester

Septic Tank Services Colchester

Septic Tank Services Coventry

Septic Tank Services Crewe

Septic Tank Services Derby

Septic Tank Services Elmbridge

Septic Tank Services Epping Forest

Septic Tank Services Epsom and Ewell

Septic Tank Services Guildford

Septic Tank Services Horsham

Septic Tank Services Leicester

Septic Tank Services Maldon

Septic Tank Services Manchester

Septic Tank Services Milton Keynes

Septic Tank Services Mole Valley

Septic Tank Services North Norfolk

Septic Tank Services Northampton

Septic Tank Services Nottingham

Septic Tank Services Oxford

Septic Tank Services Penrith

Septic Tank Services Portsmouth

Septic Tank Services Reigate and Banstead

Septic Tank Services Rochford

Septic Tank Services Runnymede

Septic Tank Services Solihull

Septic Tank Services South Norfolk

Septic Tank Services Southampton

Septic Tank Services Spelthorne

Septic Tank Services Stafford

Septic Tank Services Stoke-on-Trent

Septic Tank Services Surrey Heath