The Hills Shire
The Hills Shire septic and AWTS questions often come down to sandstone ridges and acreage around Dural, Kenthurst and Glenorie. Typical work here includes septic pump-outs, AWTS servicing, irrigation area repairs and system upgrades.
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Soils and ground conditions in The Hills Shire
The rural north of The Hills Shire sits on Hawkesbury sandstone with shallow, sandy soils and clay in places.
Acreage properties around Dural, Kenthurst, Glenorie and Wisemans Ferry often rely on septic or AWTS systems.
Climate and on-site systems
Summer storms and long dry spells test irrigation areas and trenches.
A tank only works as well as the absorption or irrigation area after it: saturated, compacted or root-filled ground is the most common reason for slow drains, odours and wet patches, so the soil and the water table are checked as well as the tank.
Local approvals and rules
The Hills Shire Council approves and inspects on-site sewage management systems.
In New South Wales, installing or operating an on-site sewage management system needs council approval under section 68 of the Local Government Act 1993. Aerated wastewater treatment systems (AWTS) must be accredited by NSW Health and are serviced on a regular schedule, and councils inspect systems through their on-site sewage management programs.
Typical septic and AWTS work in The Hills Shire
Septic pump-outs, AWTS servicing, irrigation area repairs and system upgrades. Every property is different, so the system is located, opened and inspected on site before any repair is recommended or quoted.
Know where your tank, lids and absorption or irrigation area are, keep vehicles and structures off them, and have any service records ready before the visit.
Sydney Septic Pro in The Hills Shire
We take septic and AWTS enquiries from The Hills Shire and surrounding areas around the clock. Tell us the address, the type of system if you know it and what is happening, and we will arrange a visit.