A Tonne of Tins – Supporting Bridgwater Foodbank

At West Country Drainage Services, we’re committed to supporting initiatives that truly make a difference. recently we were delighted to attend the launch of Sedgemoor fm’s ‘A Tonne of Tins’ campaign! Held at Angel Place—home to a Bridgwater Foodbank donation cart—the event marked the start of an inspiring community effort to collect 2,500 tins by …

Do’s and Don’ts For Your New Sewage Treatment Plant

You have a wonderful bit of kit installed which will see you through every flush! Please ensure you stick to the following tips to ensure maximum performance. Your treatment plant will require annual empty and service to not only fulfil your legal obligation as an operator but to ensure the smooth operation of the system. Annual …

Estate Agents Guide to Selling Properties with Septic Tanks

It’s an exciting time you have secured a new property to add to your portfolio and adding all the details for prospective buyers. But then you notice the dreaded septic tank aspect on the particulars.   Why Dreaded? The rules and regulations for discharge from septic tanks changed in 2015 with what is known as …

Future Net Zero

West Country Drainage Services are on the journey in becoming greener for our environment. To us, it is fundamentally important we all take action now. Not just for us, but for our children and the next generations. Being Future Net Zero Standard Benchmark Certified is a meaningful milestone for us as it represents our commitment …

Why do we give an NHS Discount?

We believe that the hard working individuals in the NHS have had a lot of financial woes to contend with in their career so giving this discount back to them is our way of saying thank you!   It is no secret that they are in the public eye for not being rewarded financially with …

10 Signs That You May Have Tree Root Ingress in Your Drains

10 Signs That You May Have Tree Root Ingress in Your Drains

Do you have tree root ingress in your drains? Here are ten signs of tree root ingress in your drains that you may need to call a professional plumber.

Why Rotten Eggs Smells From Drains Are a Bad Sign

Why Rotten Eggs Smells From Drains Are a Bad Sign

If you smell rotten eggs coming from your drains, it’s likely that there is a blockage. Read this blog post for more information on what to do if you have this problem.

A drainage channel in need of maintenance

The Importance of Pre-Service and Maintenance for Your Drainage System

A well-maintained drainage system is crucial to keeping your property in good condition – and pre-service maintenance can help avoid costly repairs.

A leaky faucet

Leak Busted: How to Prevent Water Damage in Your Home

Water damage can be costly and devastating. It is vital to take preventative measures and to contact your insurance company as soon as possible if water damage does occur.

A set of pipes ready to be installed for the non dig waterways

Reduce Stress and Corrosion With Non-Dig Technology

Non-dig technology is a newer type of technology used to install pipelines, offering many benefits over traditional digging methods.