How long does a soakaway last?
Are you considering having a soakaway system? Wondering how long your investment will last? We have all the information you may need!
Guides to Flood Management
What is Causing Drainage and Flooding Issues on Farms?
Large areas of farmland were recently left underwater as swollen rivers and watercourses burst their banks, highlighting the impact that flooding and poor drainage can have on UK farms. But...
How to Size a Soakaway Drainage Field?
When it comes to sizing a drainage field for the disposal of effluent from a septic tank or a small wastewater treatment system, it’s vital you get it right. Here’s our guide...
How do I know what size my soakaway needs to be?
You’ll find soakaway crates in an assortment of sizes here at Cotterill Civils – but do you know which one to choose?
What is a silt filter chamber and why do I need one?
Silt filter chambers are set upstream of a soakaway crate. It is designed to prevent silt, soil, sediment, metals or pesticides from entering and damaging the water storage system, and acts like a...
What’s the difference between a Vortex and Orifice Flow Control system?
Vortex Flow Control Valves and Orifice Flow Control Chambers are used to support the management of Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS). Both systems are highly effective but if you’re considering which...