Pumping Station Installation in Alton: When Gravity Drainage Isn't Possible
2 min readAltonBy AA Drainage
Alton's rolling landscape means some homes, barns and developments sit below the nearest sewer. When waste cannot flow downhill, a pumping station lifts it to where it needs to go.
How a pumping station works
Waste flows by gravity into an underground chamber. When it reaches a set level, a pump switches on and pushes it through a pressure pipe, called a rising main, to the sewer or treatment system.
Where they are used
We install pumping stations for:
- Barn conversions below the level of the road sewer
- Basements and lower ground floors
- Small developments of new homes
- Lifting treated water to a suitable drainage field
Reliability matters
We fit high-level alarms and, where needed, twin pumps so the system keeps working if one pump fails. Regular servicing keeps the pumps and float switches in good order.
Frequently asked questions
What happens in a power cut?
The chamber has storage capacity, and an alarm warns you if levels rise. Use water sparingly until power returns.
Do pumping stations need servicing?
Yes, we recommend at least one service a year.