Cesspits and septic tanks
Who to contact if you have concerns about cesspits and septic tanks in your neighbourhood.
If you have a septic tank and want to enquire about being connected instead to mains drainage, contact Southern Water on 0845 278 0845.
Who deals with this problem?
If you have a septic tank than needs emptying you must call a private contractor.
District and borough councils will serve notice on individuals if their septic tank needs emptying. More information is available from the district and borough council websites:
