Connecting to main sewer In areas around Hampshire and Surrey many homes are still not connected to the mains and rely on septic tanks, cesspits or soakaways. This client contacted us to install a rising main and connection to a Southern Water manhole. In order to connect to the mains, access to the sewer system…
Cracked Drain Gully Repair We were called out to a working farm in Surrey to investigate an issue with a gully drain. The property owner had tried to unblock the drain with rods, but these became stuck in the drain. What is a gully drain? A gully is an outside water drain pipe that’s designed…
Why Is My Borehole Soakaway Filling Up? We sometimes receive calls from clients asking ‘why is my borehole soakaway filling up?’ This client got in touch regarding their soakaway which was overflowing. The site had a Klargester submersible pump and borehole, with a back up pump: Zoeller U53. The customer thought that the float switch…
Tree roots growing in drains are a major cause of blockages in the UK. This week we were booked for a home buyers survey for a client in Hampshire. The client requested a tank empty and drain survey with a full report, line mapping and compliance check. The property has a soakaway with pitch fibre…
Over the last 12 months Alton Pump Services has been the principle contractor in the refurbishment of the Visitor Centre, Cafe and toilet block at Newlands Corner, Guildford, Surrey. So we were delighted that last week that The Queen’s Baton Relay stopped outside the centre ahead of the Commonwealth Games, and the Baton was temporarily…
Why Is My Pump Tripping? “Why is my pump tripping” is a question our engineers are often asked. This call out was from a property manager who wanted a professional review of the booster pump in the basement of a Victorian town house. The pump – now discontinued, was old and had not been serviced…
Booster Pump Issue This job was a call out to inspect a pressure pump leaking. A leaking pressure pump indicates that a valve has broken and is letting water escape. On investigation our pump engineer tested the pump and found that the pump achieved and held pressure. When the valve was depressed water escaped, not…
Rain water not draining away? There are a number of possible causes. Here we take a look at the reasons why water is not draining away from your home or premises. Reasons for rain water not draining away: Blocked Drain Heavy Rain Broken Drain Inadequate Drainage Blocked Drains If there is a blockage in your…
Grundfos MAGNA1 Pump Service To ensure your pump operates efficiently regular servicing is recommended. This commercial site has a multi pump service contract in place for their pumps which includes the Grundfos MAGNA1 40-60- f220 Pump Description Grundfos MAGNA circulator pumps are designed for air conditioning and heating systems in buildings on any scale. Innovative…
Earlier this week Alton Pump Services were proud to be part of the track day event held at Castle Combe to help raise funds for SSAFA (Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen and Families Association) – the Armed Forces charity. SSAFA are a UK charity that provides lifelong support to serving men and women and veterans from the…