Interceptors & Separators
With more than 50 years of experience in the industry, we can assist with all aspects of Interceptors and Separators, everything from design and installation to servicing and maintenance throughout the entire life cycle.
British Water Accredited Engineers
Wastewater experts since 1973
Work with multiple manufacturers
Regular maintenance and service are essential for the optimal operation of a wastewater treatment system. By maintaining interceptors and separators, the risk of on-site flooding and pollution can be reduced. Hutchinson has a team of experienced and qualified service engineers available year-round to help with:
- Preventative maintenance of electrical and mechanical parts.
- Emergency repairs and callouts in the event of flooding or pollution risk.
- Professional and experienced engineers accredited by British Water.
After speaking to our team of experts, you will be given a straightforward and competitive price, plus the cost of the parts. Our extensive maintenance portfolio allows us to negotiate favourable prices with suppliers, and we gladly share these savings with you.
Our Services
We specialize in designing, supplying, and installing the ideal interceptor or separator to meet your requirements. Regardless of your buisness sectoe, we can help you find a lasting solution.
Our work follows the latest Environment Agency, Natural Resources Wales and SEPA requirements, plus current Building Regulations and Standards, British Standards and British Water Codes of Practice in England, Scotland and Wales.
It pays to look after the investment you’ve made in your interceptor or separator.
Our field engineers are accredited by British Water, highly skilled, and experienced in problem-solving. They are committed to delivering courteous, effective, and unobtrusive service. We also have a full-time office-based service team ready to help whenever you need it.
Off-Mains Drainage Experts You Can Trust
The Environment Agency, SEPA, and Natural Resources Wales have set clear guidelines to regularly maintain and service interceptors and separators. The frequency of maintenance will depend on factors such as rainfall and traffic flow at your site. Larger sites with high traffic flow may require inspections on a weekly or monthly basis, but it is highly recommended to have at least two inspections per year.
Our service includes reports on the condition of your systems, including information on any preventative maintenance that has been conducted, as well as recommendations for further action if needed. We strongly suggest saving these records for future reference, particularly in cases where a duty of care or site inspections may require them.
Keeping your interceptors well-maintained can save you money in the long run. Proper maintenance not only helps you avoid costly fines for non-compliance but also prevents expensive breakdowns. Additionally, interceptors and separators are drainage systems that are closed off and require regular cleaning and emptying. The longer you wait to clean out your system, the more the sludge will build up and become denser, making it harder to remove and more expensive to dispose of.
Performing regular maintenance not only helps to decrease water usage but also minimizes the production of hazardous waste, resulting in a lower carbon footprint overall.
As part of our service, we replace small parts that we deem necessary to maintain the interceptor’s efficiency. In the event that additional work, like repairs, is required, we will provide a report explaining why and a quote for the necessary work.
Our service engineers possess the necessary skills and dedication to deliver superior maintenance services that are both effective and considerate. They prioritize being unobtrusive and polite in their approach.
Our team of engineers are all accredited by British Water and supervised by a senior Service Engineer to guarantee high competence and quality. Our Service Engineers specialize in maintaining and repairing interceptors and separators, while our Installations Engineers are dedicated solely to installing wastewater treatment systems. With this approach, you can be confident that you’re receiving the best possible service from the most qualified professionals.
Our engineers arrive in fully equipped vans that have all the necessary tools and commonly required parts for carrying out routine preventative maintenance during their first visit.