Septic Holding Tank

Need an Affordable Wastewater Solution for a Challenging Site?

Are you building a new home, adding a granny flat or managing a temporary site where the soil isn’t perfect? If your block is too rocky, rich with clay or close to a local waterway, a traditional septic system may be impossible to install.

Here at Express Wastewater, we provide expert septic holding tank solutions and installations for even the most difficult blocks. As a “zero-discharge” system, a holding tank is a reliable way to manage household waste and greywater on unusual blocks, ensuring that your property is safe and hygienic.

For expert advice on sewage holding tanks, contact our team on 1300 770 594 or complete our online enquiry form.

What is a Septic Holding Tank?

Unlike a traditional septic system that treats and releases wastewater into an absorption trench, a sewage holding tank does what it says on the tin; it stores raw sewage until it can be professionally removed.

These types of sewage systems are designed for properties with poor soil quality, small building lots, environmentally sensitive areas or used as a temporary measure before the main sewage system is built.

Professional Septic Holding Tank Installations

Whether you need a temporary holding tank during construction or a permanent sewage solution for a challenging site, our professional and experienced team provides safe, compliant and effective septic holding tank installations from start to finish.

We handle:

• Site assessment
• Council and environmental compliance
• Tank placement
• Connection to your home’s existing plumbing system
• Expert guidance about ongoing maintenance and pump-out scheduling

Our septic holding tanks are designed to be durable, leak-proof and fully compliant with QLD safety standards and regulations.

Septic Holding Tank Pump Outs and Maintenance Services

Unlike traditional sewage systems and septic tanks, which need to be pumped once every 3-5 years, a septic holding tank must be emptied every time it becomes full - usually every 1-4 weeks. How often you pump out your septic tank depends on your household size, tank size and how much water your family uses.

To prevent your septic holding tank from overflowing, our qualified technicians recommend installing a high-level alarm to put your mind at ease and eliminate the guesswork.

What Do I Do If My High-Level Alarm Goes Off?

It happens! Since sewage holding tanks don’t have a dedicated outlet, overflowing sewage will back up into your home’s lowest drains, such as showers and toilets or leak out the top of the tank’s lid. Not acting quickly enough will lead to an extremely messy, smelly and unhygienic situation.

If your alarm activates:

• Reduce your water usage immediately
• Contact our team for urgent pump-out service
• Avoid using toilets, showers or washing machines until the sewage holding tank is professionally cleaned and emptied.

Do I Need a Council Permit to Install a Septic Holding Tank on My Property?

Yes, you do. To install any at-home sewage system or septic holding tank, you must get approval from your local council. Installing a septic tank without the right permits is illegal and can result in expensive fines. Our team can assist you with obtaining the correct permits for your septic holding tank. Just give us a call on 1300 770 594 or complete our online enquiry form.

What Are The Benefits of Sewage Holding Tanks?

• Suitable for properties and sites where traditional septic systems aren’t possible
• Ideal for environmentally sensitive or areas with high water tables
• Flexible solution for temporary or seasonal properties
• Can be installed quickly and efficiently

When managed correctly with regular pump-outs, a septic holding tank is a safe, compliant and reliable sewage solution.

Need Expert Septic Holding Tank Services?

From installations and council permits to scheduled pump-outs and emergency response, our team provide complete septic holding tank solutions you can rely on. Call us today on 1300 770 594 or complete our online enquiry form.