Problems in private wastewater drains are a major contributor to wet weather wastewater overflows in Auckland.
To repair the public wastewater network and help property owners identify problems in their private wastewater drains, Watercare is inspecting the public wastewater network and private wastewater drains across Auckland.
Watercare is working first in those areas of Auckland where there is the impact of stormwater leaking into wastewater pipes and wastewater leaking out is greatest.
While Watercare repairs faults we find in the public wastewater network, you as a property owner must take responsibility for fixing any problems Watercare finds with the private wastewater drains on your property.
We will advise you by letter when wastewater drain inspections are planned for your area or on your property.
In the event that Watercare discovers wastewater pipe failure on your property, we will send you a letter notifying you that repair work is required. The letter will include a Private Drainage Inspection Report and Site Plan
The following information is to assist you to get the repair work done.