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Land drains, commonly known as perforated drain pipes, are used in domestic, commercial, agricultural and industrial areas to stop...

A soil percolation test is an essential aspect of drainage that will determine how fast soil absorbs water. It’s used to work...

DIY Difficulty Level 4

Soakaway crates are growing in popularity compared with the more traditional method of filling the hole or soakaway with rubble. T...

DIY Difficulty Level 3

Geotextile membranes are a particular type of material that is designed for drainage and engineering applications to prevent vario...

Soakaway systems hold excess rainwater and release it slowly into the surrounding soil. This prevents waterlogging and flooding. ...

Soakaway crates are often forgotten about or not considered when in fact they can be incredibly useful and worthwhile in reducing ...

Conservatories are a great addition to your home, maximising the use of daylight and making the perfect lounge or dining room. How...

DIY Difficulty Level 1

Inspection chambers are access points to underground pipework, which allow maintenance and the removal of blockages. When installi...

There are numerous theories, thoughts and myths surrounding which septic tank cleaning products can and can’t be used in homes w...

DIY Difficulty Level 1

Blocked drains can often be incredibly inconvenient, causing overflows of water and other matter, damaging flooring and property a...

What are rainwater harvesting systems? Why are they a great choice? How does the GRAF Carat rainwater harvesting system work, and ...

Dreaming of a life in the wilderness? Whether you’re self-building on a rural plot or starting an eco-friendly campsite in the m...

A collapsed drain is usually the result of many years of neglect. Including neglecting to maintain drains and sewer systems. Co...

The Cascade cast iron style rainwater systems by Brett Martin are a great choice of guttering system and give your home a traditio...

DIY Difficulty Level 4

Underground ducting must be colour-coded legally to comply with safety and building regulations. This is to ensure that when excav...

You've noticed a damaged, compromised or missing manhole cover. The last thing you need in your busy life is to fret over replacin...

DIY Difficulty Level 3

The UK's Environment Agency introduced new rules on sewage treatment on 1 January 2015. The general binding rules state that "You ...

In a septic system, waste is separated into three layers, with one layer being treated and leaving the septic tank, as you can see...

Diagnosing a problem with a septic tank, or any sewage treatment system, is the first step to fixing it. We recommend that a profe...

DIY Difficulty Level 3

Installing a French drain involves digging a trench for the discrete and effective drainage of surface water and floodplains. Fren...

DIY Difficulty Level 4

Working out what size sewage treatment plant you need can be a lot of hassle. However, you can do it easily if you know the detail...

DIY Difficulty Level 3

Leaking gutters are a common problem faced by householders. One of the main causes of leaking pipes is as a result of the way the ...

DIY Difficulty Level 2

Channel drains are a common construction item used around the world for a variety of purposes. You may also hear them called trenc...

Having a working sewage system is essential to any homeowner or business. If your property is close to the water mains, there shou...

The number of soakaway crates you need will depend on how much space is available, soil type and incoming/outward flow rate. Regar...

DIY Difficulty Level 4