Residential package pumping station between cottages in Yorkshire

When two picturesque cottages in Yorkshire needed an upgrade from a non-compliant septic tank, Willow Pumps stepped in to deliver a seamless and unobtrusive pumping solution—without disrupting the residents’ day-to-day lives or the charm of their rural setting.

Our team worked closely with the homeowners to design and install a residential package pumping station that met both compliance standards and personal preferences. With careful planning and specialist techniques, we overcame site challenges and created a discreet setup that blended perfectly with the surroundings.

The two cottages were connected to a non-compliant septic tank and Willow Pumps were asked to produce a suitable solution.

The road leading down to the cottages was in constant use, so digging up the road was not an option. We decided to use directional drilling, which meant the road could always be kept open for access.

The residents also wished the pumping station to be disguised as well as possible, and not to reduce the garden space. The chosen solution was to create a small, fenced area for the control kiosk, with the chamber hidden under a new patio.

Willow Pumps provided an end-to-end solution for the customer, beginning with the necessary civil work. Directional drilling kept the disruption to a minimum whilst preparing for the installation. The pumping station and control kiosk were installed sympathetically, taking up as little space as possible, taking waste output from the cottages up to the local water authority’s sewer on the main road of the village.

Finally, we carried out the necessary checks to ensure that the station was running correctly and left the client with a well-functioning, compliant and neat solution.

Whether you’re dealing with outdated septic systems or need a bespoke pumping station for your residential or commercial property, our expert team is here to help. With over 30 years of experience, Willow Pumps delivers efficient, compliant, and discreet wastewater solutions across the UK.