Guides

A soil percolation test is an essential aspect of drainage that will determine how fast soil absorbs water. It’s used to work...

DIY Difficulty Level 4

Soakaway crates are growing in popularity, compared with the more traditional method of filling the hole or soakaway with rubble. ...

DIY Difficulty Level 3

What are geotextile membranes? Geotextile membranes are pieces of fabric that are inserted into the ground as a form of protectiv...

Soakaway systems hold excess rainwater and release it slowly into the surrounding soil. This prevents waterlogging and flooding. ...

Here at Drainage Superstore, we are always looking for ways in which we can help our customers, whether it is offering advice and ...

Conservatories are a great addition to your home, maximising the use of daylight, and making the perfect lounge or dining room, bu...

DIY Difficulty Level 1

Inspection chambers are access points to underground pipework which allow maintenance and the removal of blockages. When installin...

There are numerous theories, thoughts and myths surrounding which septic tank cleaning products can and can’t be used in homes w...

DIY Difficulty Level 1

Blocked drains can often be incredibly inconvenient, causing overflows of water and other matter, damaging flooring and property a...

Here at Drainage Superstore we are proud to offer a range of rainwater harvesting systems from GRAF, a worldwide leader in the hig...

Dreaming of a life in the wilderness? Whether you’re self-building on a rural plot or starting an eco-friendly campsite in the m...

A collapsed drain is usually the result of many years of neglect. Including neglecting to maintain drains and sewer systems. Co...

Here at Drainage Superstore, we are proud to offer the Cascade range of cast iron effect guttering from Brett Martin, at our famou...

DIY Difficulty Level 4

Underground ducting must be colour-coded legally to comply with safety and building regulations. This is to ensure that when excav...

You've noticed a damaged, compromised or missing manhole cover. The last thing you need in your busy life is to fret over replacin...

DIY Difficulty Level 3

The UK's Environment Agency introduced new rules on sewage treatment on 1 January 2015. The general binding rules state that "You ...

In a septic system waste is separated into three layers with one layer being treated and leaving the tank, as you can see in the d...

Diagnosing a problem with a septic tank, or any sewage treatment system is the first step to fixing it. We recommend a professiona...

DIY Difficulty Level 3

Installing a French drain involves digging a trench for discrete and effective drainage of surface water and flood plains. French ...

DIY Difficulty Level 4

Working out what size sewage treatment plant you need can be a lot of hassle. But you can do it easily if you know the details of...

DIY Difficulty Level 3

Leaking gutters are a common problem faced by householders. One of the main causes of leaking pipes is as a result of the way the ...

DIY Difficulty Level 2

Channel drains are a common construction item used around the world for a variety of purposes. You may also hear them called trenc...

Having a working sewage system is essential to any homeowner or business. If your property is close to the water mains, there shou...

Installing soakaway crates will help to control the level of surface water in both domestic and commercial projects. This is parti...

DIY Difficulty Level 4

Installing ACO drains is a very simple, straightforward process that anybody can do using the step-by-step guide below. ACO suppli...

DIY Difficulty Level 3