As spring arrives, homeowners eagerly embrace the season for various home improvement projects. These could include anything from bathroom re-furbishings, repainting the exterior or interior of their home, as well as garden work and even drainage maintenance. Those homeowners with septic tanks will need to consider the often-overlooked impact of these projects on septic systems. … Read more

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What is a domestic sewage treatment plant? Domestic sewage treatment plants are most common at properties and commercial buildings where a public sewage system is unavailable. A STP treats wastewater, similarly to a septic tank, but in this case, it’s a more eco-friendly solution. Domestic sewage treatment plants treat and clean the wastewater so it … Read more

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What’s The Difference Between Septic Tanks and Sewage Treatment Plants? Both septic tanks and sewage treatments are installed and utilised for properties which cannot be connected to a mains sewage system. UK building regulations state, that if possible, properties must be connected to the mains sewage system, so it is worth confirming that your property … Read more

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Septic Tank Care Guide for Autumn and Winter in the South West, England As the crisp air of autumn settles in and winter approaches, many aspects of your home require attention, and your septic tank is no exception. Neglecting your septic tank during the colder and wetter seasons can lead to a host of issues … Read more

Buying a home in the United Kingdom is a significant milestone in one’s life, and with it comes a host of responsibilities. For homeowners who live in properties with septic tanks, these responsibilities extend beyond the usual maintenance tasks associated with homeownership. In this blog, we will delve into the responsibilities of septic tanks, emphasizing … Read more

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Buying a house is always a significant investment in the UK, and depending on where you’re planning on purchasing your property, they aren’t always situated where you have a connection to a main sewer. Most commonly, locations such as villages situated away from largely populated areas, countrysides, rural areas, valleys and even small seaside villages … Read more

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From Installation to Maintenance: A Comprehensive Overview of Septic Tanks for Homeowners   Households with inadequate drainage systems or those who are disconnected from the main sewage can have serious issues when it comes to managing wastewater. Not only can waste water be very dangerous to manage but the disposal can be costly and time-consuming. … Read more

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Congratulations to Louis for Winning the Young Entrepreneur of the Year award!   The Young Entrepreneur of the Year award is a special recognition amongst the many innovative and driven entrepreneurs in the UK. Trent’s very own Managing Director Louis Trent was a runner-up and we had the pleasure of attending the South West Business … Read more

Well, we have the perfect solution for you. Here at Trents Drains, we are trusted throughout Bristol and many of the surrounding areas for providing a comprehensive drain unblocking service. Our team has over 60 years experience within the industry meaning we have dealt with a wide range of blocked drain situations, there is no … Read more

When buying a house, the last thing on your mind is to check the sewage system of your potential new home. Isn’t every drainage system up to standard? -you may ask. Depending on when your house was built and the area, your new purchase can come with additional hefty bills down the line, which is … Read more

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