Septic Tank Installation, Repairs, & Emptying Services in Birmingham
Emptying, repairs and new installations for septic tanks and sewage treatment plants on the rural edge of Birmingham. Our Birmingham Business Park depot at Solihull Parkway is about 8 miles from Birmingham, and our engineers come to you.





Septic Tank Services in Birmingham
Every UKDP service is available across Birmingham and the surrounding villages.
Septic Tank Emptying Birmingham
Emptying for off-mains homes on the city's rural edge, from Meriden and Hampton in Arden to Wythall.
Learn moreSeptic Tank Installation Birmingham
New tanks and treatment plants designed for local ground conditions.
Learn moreSeptic Tank Inspection Birmingham
Buying an off-mains property near Birmingham? We inspect the tank, pipes and drainage field before you buy.
Learn moreSeptic Tank Repairs Birmingham
Cracked tanks, worn baffles and blocked outlets put right by our engineers.
Learn moreSewage Treatment Plants Birmingham
Treatment plants fitted and serviced, with the River Blythe SSSI checked for homes on the eastern edge.
Learn moreSoakaways Birmingham
Soakaways sized after a percolation test, since mudstone and clayey till hold water back.
Learn moreDrainage Surveys Birmingham
CCTV surveys that show cracks, root damage and groundwater getting into your drains.
Learn moreSewer Connections Birmingham
Ready to switch to mains drainage? We arrange the connection to Severn Trent's sewer.
Learn moreDrainage Insurance Claims Birmingham
Damage to a septic tank or drain may be covered by your buildings insurance. We check and help with the claim.
Learn moreWhy Choose UKDP for Septic Tank Services in Birmingham?
Our Birmingham Business Park depot at Solihull Parkway is about 8 miles from Birmingham, and our engineers come to you. Almost all homes in the city itself are on mains sewers, so the septic tanks Birmingham homeowners call us about are on the rural edge and in the villages beyond it. We know the clay ground there and how Severn Trent's network works, so the job is designed right first time.
We've been trading since 2009 and look after septic tanks, treatment plants and soakaways for homes around Birmingham, including Meriden, Hampton in Arden, Barston, Wythall, Hopwood and Shenstone.
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.
Signs Your Septic Tank Needs Attention
- Slow draining sinks and toilets
- Foul odours inside or outside
- Lush or boggy ground near the tank (common on clayey till)
- Gurgling sounds from drains
- Sewage backing up into the property
How UKDP Works in Birmingham
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.
A very professional company. Always return calls and get the job done. Would highly recommend to any customer.
We needed a survey on the septic tank prior to us buying a house. UKDP solutions were professional and so helpful regarding this matter. We appreciated their guidance and efficiency the report was completed in one day.
FAQs
Ask our teamHow often should a septic tank be emptied in Birmingham?
Empty your septic tank at least once a year, or as often as the manufacturer recommends. Much of the ground south of the city drains slowly, so a blocked drainage field there is slow to recover.
Does home insurance cover septic tank replacement in Birmingham?
Often, yes. Many buildings insurance policies cover sudden damage to septic tanks and drains, but not wear and tear. If your insurer has turned a claim down, we can review the policy and take the claim on for you.
What are the General Binding Rules for septic tanks in Birmingham?
Under the general binding rules, a septic tank must not drain straight into a river, stream or ditch, so if yours does, it needs upgrading to the mains sewer, a drainage field or a treatment plant. A permit may also be needed near drinking-water sources or protected wildlife sites. We'll tell you which applies.
Who deals with off-mains drainage problems in Birmingham?
Severn Trent looks after the public sewers that serve Birmingham. If your home isn't connected, the septic tank or treatment plant is yours, and UKDP handles emptying, repairs, surveys and replacements around the city.
What are the signs of septic tank failure?
Slow drains, bad smells, gurgling pipes, sewage backing up, or boggy ground over the drainage field. On low ground near the Tame, underground water can also leave a drainage field wet, so get it checked before assuming the tank has failed.
Can I get emergency septic tank repair near me in Birmingham?
Yes. Our Birmingham Business Park depot at Solihull Parkway is about 8 miles from Birmingham, and our engineers come to you. 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.
Septic Tank Services Near Birmingham
Septic Tank Services West Midlands
Learn moreSeptic Tank Services Solihull
Learn moreSeptic Tank Services Coventry
Learn moreSeptic Tank Services Warwick
Learn moreSeptic Tank Services Worcester
Learn moreNeed a Septic Tank Specialist in Birmingham?
Our Birmingham Business Park depot at Solihull Parkway is about 8 miles from Birmingham, and our engineers come to you. Call 0800 028 9903, Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm.
