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This week in the news, we have the latest stories in our industry to help keep you up to date with everything that’s been happening in drainage news. Washing up yourself is good for the soul | Letters Readers Eric Banks, Clare Hay, Michael Robinson, and Frances Middletondiscuss the environmental and spiritual pros and cons … Continue reading “News Roundup 26/10/2018: Washing Up Yourself is Good for the Soul”
Collapsed drains are a serious problem that must be rectified as quickly as possible. There are 5 signs your drains have collapsed: Your home smells of sewage Your drains are running slowly There is damp around your home The building is damaged The ground in your garden is sinking If you notice any of the … Continue reading “5 Signs Your Drains Have Collapsed”
In this week’s news roundup, we have listed the latest stories in the drainage industry so that you stay up to date with everything going on! Sadiq Khan announces 100 new drinking fountains for London Mayor’s plan builds on success of this year’s scheme to build 20 fountains across the capitalLondon could soon be awash … Continue reading “News Roundup 19/10/2018: 100 New Drinking Fountains for London”
It’s October 12th and time for another drainage industry news roundup. Here at Coastal Drains, we like to keep you updated! Nationalising Britain’s water could make us the dirty man of Europe again | Angela Smith We should keep up standards and resist simplistic calls for state ownership that wouldn’t automatically clean up our water. … Continue reading “News Roundup 12/10/2018: Nationalising Britain’s Waters”
It’s October already, can you believe it? To help you out, we’ve listed the top stories in the news this week so that you can keep up to date. Warragamba Dam wall plan could cause ‘irreversible’ damage, NSW premier told Letter from 20 scientists and ex-ministers, including Peter Garrett, condemns plan to raise dam wallA … Continue reading “News Roundup 05/10/2018: Warragamba Dam Wall Plan Could Cause Irreversible Damage”
England is prone to significant rainfall throughout the year, so it’s no surprise that you’re experiencing damp rising in your home. However, while damp can be caused in the home by rain penetration and condensation, your drainage system could also be the issue. If you have leaks within your drainage system, it can lead to … Continue reading “5 Ways Your Drains are Causing Damp in Your Home”
September 21st, 2018 News Roundup: There have been a number of stories in the news this week. And below are some you need to know about! Urgent Appeal for More Marine and Climate Protection Future Oceans reported this week that many EU coastal states are failing to achieve the comprehensive blue growth needed to sustain … Continue reading “News Roundup 23/09/18: Urgent Appeal for More Marine and Climate Protection”
All the information surrounding septic tank installation rules and regulations can be difficult for homeowners to understand. So, in this article we will outline all the septic tank regulations in the UK, what they mean for you, and how you can ensure your septic tank is up to standard. When having a septic tank installed, … Continue reading “Septic Tank Drainage Regulations in the UK”
The famous line in Finding Nemo, ‘all drains lead to the ocean’ has been a much-used quote, but is it an accurate statement? To answer that question, we need to look at the different types of waste leaving our properties, the treatment it requires, and where it ends up. ‘Wastewater’ is any leftover water that … Continue reading “What Happens to Sewage After You Flush?”
Blocked drains are one of the most common problems for domestic properties, and they are also one of the reasons you may have to call a plumber. Whether you have a blocked kitchen sink, a toilet that won’t flush property, or a slow running drain in the shower, these drainage problems are commonly caused by … Continue reading “The 6 Most Common Blocked Drain Causes”
