The problem with your Septic Tank: The realities of Rural Wastewater Treatment in Galway & Mayo

Generally speaking, rural houses in Galway and Mayo have either a “Septic Tank & Percolation Area” or a “Proprietary Treatment System”. Nothing is more infuriating when surveying a property and having difficulty finding even the basic parts of a septic system! From missing AJ’s, defective percolation areas and damaged tanks, we have seen it all!

From our surveys of rural houses, about 90% of the septic systems do not meet the minimum standards required. The problem is so widespread, that we often have to advise purchasers not to let it be a sticking point when buying a house, as it is likely going to be the same problem in the next house!