A percolation test is an essential part of any off mains drainage system installation to make sure you get as many trouble-free years of service from the system as possible. Our team can undertake this important assessment for you.
What is a Percolation Test?
Soakaway systems can be used to take the wastewater from either a septic tank or a sewage treatment plant. It’s a network of perforated or slotted pipework which allows the wastewater to percolate (or filter through the porous surface) safely through the ground without causing pollution.
A percolation test is a way of assessing the ground conditions at a property to determine what type of soakaway arrangement might be suitable. If found to be suitable for a drainage field, a percolation test also helps to determine how big it needs to be.