Sewage Treatment Plants Essex – Residential Upgrade
Project info
Date
July 2025
Location
Braintree, Essex
Industry Sector
Residential
Installer
Product Used
Tricel Solution
After assessing the site conditions, Basement Pumps recommended our UK6 pumped sewage treatment plant, a system known for its reliability in high water table areas. The homeowners also appreciated the design and performance of our Novo range, which reinforced their confidence in choosing the UK6 pumped unit.
This solution offered:
- Full compliance with UK drainage regulations
- Effective treatment and discharge via a drainage field
- Pumped capability to handle high groundwater levels
- A robust, low-maintenance system suited to residential use
Sewage treatment plants Essex
A homeowner in Essex required an urgent upgrade to their existing wastewater system after discovering that their septic tank was both illegal and discharging into an unsuitable ditch. With strict environmental regulations in place, the property needed a modern, fully compliant solution. They contacted specialist installers Basement Pumps, who recommended a reliable and efficient sewage treatment system that could operate effectively despite the high water table on-site.
The Challenge
The property faced several significant issues:
- An illegal septic tank that was no longer compliant with current regulations.
- A failed pitch fibre drainage system that could not be repaired.
- The location had a high water table, requiring a pumped solution capable of delivering consistent performance.
To meet legal standards and ensure long-term reliability, a complete system upgrade was necessary.
Installation
The installation team from Basement Pumps completed the full upgrade over five days. Their work included:
- Decommissioning and safely removing the illegal septic tank
- Installing a new drainage field suitable for treated discharge
- Fitting and commissioning the UK6 pumped sewage treatment plant
- Ensuring all pipework, pumps, and controls were fully operational and compliant
The installation was carried out professionally, with minimal disruption to the homeowners.
Final result
The property now benefits from a fully compliant, efficient sewage treatment plant that meets all regulatory standards. The homeowners expressed how very happy they were with both the installation process and the final outcome. Basement Pumps delivered a professional, reliable service that transformed the property’s outdated and non-compliant system into a modern, long-lasting solution.
