Cesspit Systems
Cesspits are completely sealed tanks which collect all the effulent. They require frequent emptying due to not having any drainage facility. A modern cesspit serving a single domestic household normally has a capacity of approximately 4,000 gallons / 18,000 litres.
A cesspit consists of a covered pit into which raw waste is discharged . The liquid waste is taken off by seepage while the pit retains the sludge. Cesspools are particularly dangerous in areas where ground water is less than 20 feet from the surface and on properties where shallow wells are in use. They should be used only when construction of a septic tank is impossible.
The major flaw of the cesspit has always been that it requires regular emptying. This costs money and can be inconvenient. A cesspit is simply a sealed tank in the ground designed to store effluence from a property. Whilst still widely used, many property owners are choosing to convert their cesspit into a more sustainable equivalent, such as a self-contained sewage treatment plant.
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Cesspit Maintenance
Cesspools are only installed in areas and where a septic tank or treatment plant cannot be installed. We always consider the options that are available to your circumstances and we will provide a report and quotation for the preferred method of sewage disposal.
As a cesspit is typically used to store effluent, the toxicity inside can reach levels capable of overwhelming an individual in seconds. For this reason, great care should be taken to ensure that a cesspit is well-maintained to keep it functioning at peak efficiency for longer. Here at Hampshire Drainage Services, our team are fully equipped to service and repair cesspits of all sizes.
We can also empty and clean your cesspit for you and even provide you with expert advice on how to best maintain your cesspit in full working order. With our help, you’ll benefit from many years of reliable service and won’t have to contend with finding your lawn covered in effluent.