Do you have a reed bed on your estate?
Is it being regularly maintained?
A reed bed is a natural way to treat wastewater. But it can’t function properly if it’s built and forgotten about. More than that, a neglected reed bed can lead to water quality issues, which can cause environmental harm and put you in breach of your permit conditions.
We provide bespoke reed bed maintenance programmes that enhance your reed bed’s health, performance, and longevity to boost its natural ability to treat wastewater and contribute positively to its local ecosystem.
We also offer large-scale desludging services for water assets, including reed beds, as well as small-scale civil works and nature-based drainage solutions, such as SuDS.
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The common challenges that arise from refurbishing reed beds
Despite playing a vital role in water treatment, reed beds are often built and forgotten assets. Consequently, if any issue arises because a reed bed has been neglected – such
Potential fines for polluters who’ve neglected their reed beds
In December 2023, the government announced it was lifting the cap on the £250,000 fine limit for environmental polluters and expanding the list of offences businesses can be fined for.
The multifaceted role of a reed bed and why maintenance is key
It’s important to remember that regular maintenance is crucial for any reed bed to work – whether it’s a natural or engineered reed bed. This is because reed beds play
