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If you are looking to have a septic tank system installed for either your home or for commercial purposes, you can count at Dobson Excavations.
We have all the equipment and expertise to help you install a septic system. Contact us today for a quote.

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    Leach drains are installed to support septic tank systems. They are tube-like boxes made from concrete or plastic and have openings on its sides, which enable water to soak the surrounding ground. When wastewater passes through the septic tank system, solid waste sinks to the bottom to go through microbial digestion, while the liquid drains out of the tank to the leach drain and right into the soil.

    A diverter valve connects the leach drain to the septic tank. When the installation of the leach drain is complete, concrete slabs are usually utilised to secure the drain and keep debris away. This will assist in preventing blockages and makes leach drains maintenance much more difficult than it is.

    A leach drain doesn't have a common dimension. Dobson Excavations utilises the anticipated quantity of liquid waste and the kind of soil as a guide when suggesting the most effective leach drain dimension.



    We offer Leach Drains throughout the entire Perth metro area and South west, such as (but not limited to): Perth, Jarrahdale, Roleystone, Karragullen, Kalamunda, Bickley, Serpentine, Mundijong, Whitby, Hopeland, Keysbrook, Dandalup, Myara, Karrakup, Cardup, Byford, Oldbury, Wellard, Baldivis, Keralup, Rockingham, Port Kennedy, Secret Harbour, Golden Bay, Waikiki, Warnbro, Calista, Orelia, Oakford, Darling Downs, Armadale, Bunbury, Mandurah, Pinjarra, Harvey, Wandering, Collie, Boddington, Crossman, Brookton, Beverley, Dwellingup



    We also offer various other services, such as: mini excavator and digger, driveway construction, digger hire, trench digger, soakwell installation, site works, septic tank installation, land clearing, pool excavation, leach drains, bobcat slasher, excavator hire, bobcat hire, 6 wheeler tipper hire, earthworks and earthmoving contractors

    Maintaining the leach drain will ensure it continues to be in great shape to continue redistributing wastewater in the soil. During this process, sludge can accumulate in the leach drain, and this will slow the circulation of wastewater through the system.

    You should have at the very least 2 leach drains to enable even disbursement of the liquid. If this is not done, the soil around the leach drain installation Orelia will soak in way too much water, which will be an obstacle for bacteria to keep up when breaking down the waste. The outcome will be a nasty scent which will at some point reach the surface.

    Leach Drain Maintenance Orelia

    For the septic tank to function efficiently, it needs the leach drain to execute its features optimally. While the bacteria in the septic tank tries to break down the solid waste that has sunk at the base, the leach drain takes care of the liquid waste. So, both systems are inter-dependent.

    If the leach drain is not maintained appropriately, chances are, your leach drain repair Orelia expense will be high, and it might include repairs to the septic tank also, which could be overwhelmed without the support of the leach drain.

    Some of the methods in which you can make sure the leach drains Orelia remain in great shape include;
    • Pump and clean the septic tank of deposit a minimum of twice or 3 times a year. The pumping frequency will depend upon the dimension of the tank, the size of your household, and the disposal rate.
    • Protect the septic tank system by avoiding the disposal of fabric softener, bleaches, heavy cleaning agents, and biocides right into it. These form scum that can block the septic tank system, and eventually affect the features of the leach drains Orelia
    • Avoid disposing non-biodegradable materials right into the drain.
    • Don't turn your leach field into a parking area, tempting as it may be. The pipes of the leach drain approximately 6 inches in the ground. The weight of the cars is most likely to damage the pipes, and this can lead to leach drain problems. If you have visitors who naturally opt for the space to park their automobiles, you can choose to fence this area.

    Typically, when the septic tank develops problems, it is most likely you have leach drain problems Orelia. When you maintain the leach drain properly, it can serve you for as much as 25 years.

    Causes of leach drain problems Orelia.

    Because the septic systems depend upon the leach drain to filter and disperse the wastewater, it is very important to know the most likely root causes of leach drain malfunction to ensure that you can avoid them. They include;
    • Dripping pipes, drains, and toilets.
    • Too much water use in the house
    • Excess rains which causes heavy water overflow
    • Deep rooted trees and plants which penetrate the pipes, exerting weight on the valve linking the septic tank to the leach drain.
    • Deterioration of the system
    • Draining grease, chemicals, paints and various other items right into the septic tank
    • Failing to pump the septic tanks often, ideally 2 or 3 times a year
    • Damage from excavators and various other construction equipment

    Indications of Leach Drain Damage

    You can easily tell if your septic tank or leach drain is malfunctioning even before you call an expert to look at the leach drain installation Orelia. Some of the indications you should look out for include;
    • Greener lawn over the leach field when compared to the rest of your lawn. This indicates the waste launched right into the soil is not being broken down as required. So, you must figure out what is taking place in the septic tank or leach drain.
    • If the area around where leach drain installation Orelia was carried out has standing water, is wet or mushy.
    • Sewer odours, generally around the leach area, septic tank, or perhaps around the drains
    • Drainage channels that are taking too long to clear off the water.

    When the leach drain is working as it needs to be, the area will have green, short lawn, and no pools. In this state, the leach area poses no risk to you and your household. So, you need not worry yourself about children playing in this field. However, when you start noticing indications of malfunctioning leach drains Orelia, it is best to keep the children away because it poses a safety and health hazard.

    On a regular basis check any kind of visible equipment for indications of corrosion. The septic tank cover should be free of corrosion, and if you notice indications of rust, it is best to call Dobson Excavations for leach drain repair Orelia. We will determine the source of corrosion and perform the needed repair services. If left untreated, the cover of the septic tank can break down, and this can be deadly for anyone who drops inside an active septic tank. Leach drain replacement Orelia may be the only solution if it cannot be repaired.

    When you aware of the important things that go through your septic tank and leach drain, you are most likely to have marginal repair services during the lifespan of the leach drain.

    Contact us for leach drains Orelia

    Call Dobson Excavations for the expert installation of septic tanks and leach drains. Give us a call at 0414 755 306 or send out an email at dobson_excavations@live.com or fill up the online form.