by WCI | Nov 3, 2025 | Blog - Off-Mains
WCI services a great variety of sewage treatment plants and one of the most frequently asked questions is ‘What can enter my system?’. My simple but rather rude answer is always ‘if you stick to the three Ps, PEE, PAPER AND POO, you can’t go wrong’. Please refer to...
by WCI | Jul 15, 2025 | Blog - Off-Mains
After what felt like an endless stretch of glorious sunshine, the British weather is doing what it does best – turning a bit wetter! As the forecasts predict more rain this week, it’s a good moment for us at WCI to highlight how you can use this change in weather as...
by WCI | Oct 15, 2024 | Blog - Off-Mains
As the nights draw in and the weather turns colder the WCI Service Team is on hand to offer some helpful winter maintenance tips for your sewage treatment plant. What are the increased risks to your system in winter? Flooding We are all aware that the UK is now...
by WCI | Jul 29, 2024 | Blog - Off-Mains
Extending your home offers a way to grow your living space and potentially increase your property’s value. But an extension, like any other build, must be designed for drainage first and foremost. Ensure your new extension does not overload your existing drainage. So,...
by WCI | May 30, 2024 | Blog - Off-Mains
When it comes to managing domestic wastewater, septic tanks often get a bad rap. Frequently portrayed as outdated or problematic, septic tanks are a legal and viable alternative to sewage treatment plants. However, their installation and maintenance are governed by...
by WCI | Apr 11, 2024 | Blog - Off-Mains
One question we get asked weekly is ‘I am buying a house with a septic tank. Whose responsibility is it to prove that the system is compliant to the General Binding Rules?’ Unfortunately, this is not a cut and dried answer. The Environment Agency General Binding Rules...
