Foul Drainage
WCI designs and installs foul drainage networks at scales ranging from single domestic residences to large-scale commercial networks, either as a stand-alone service or as part of a broader package of works.
Foul drainage, which describes pipes transporting sewage, grey water or dirty water, is generally divided between gravity drains and pumped rising mains.
Sewers are foul drains which serve more than one property, many of which are owned and maintained by a Water Authority, although private sewers also exist.
Lateral foul drains are generally defined as the pipe connecting a single house or structure to the shared sewer. Lateral drains are often considered the part of a drain that lies outside of a property’s boundary. These pipes were previously the responsibility of the owners of the property but were adopted by the Water Authorities on 1st October 2011. As such, ‘drains’ are now considered to mean the pipes within a property’s boundary which are the responsibility of the owner of the property and lateral drains are the pipes which connect a single property with a shared sewer.
The specification and installation of foul drains is subject to Building Regulations and must be correctly sized for the expected flows and must be laid at correct gradients to prevent blockages. Access points (rodding points, inspection chambers and manholes) must also be provided.
Understanding the intricacies of foul drainage is essential. Whether you’re dealing with gravity drains, pumped rising mains, or the complexities of shared sewers and lateral drains, compliance with Regulations and proper sizing and installation are key. At WCI, we not only excel in sewage treatment plant installation but also offer comprehensive drainage design and installation services. Our commitment to delivering cost-effective, environmentally responsible solutions is unwavering.
If you’re looking to embark on a sewage treatment or drainage project, take the next step towards a cleaner, more efficient future by contacting us today.
