Construction sites use a huge amount of resources, some more obvious than others such as concrete and steel, but one of the most frequently used is water.
Construction sites use water and wastewater at a rapid rate and will more often than not also produce wastewater as a result of the construction activities.
The thing is, due to relatively recent deregulation in England and national provider for both domestic and non-domestic water in Scotland, construction sites could find themselves hugely overpaying for services that may not meet all of their needs,
Water is used in the fluid that excavates and sets the foundation for sites so water services are an absolute must.
It can also be used for cooling machinery and industrial cleaning among other uses, essentially, high-quality water services are a must-have,
And then there are wastewater services which are also required for almost all construction operations.
From water treatment to septic tanks and overflow pools, wastewater presents a potentially pricey roadblock for construction businesses and their operations.
Most site managers will likely have a provider that they trust and who offers them somewhat of a fair rate, it may not be the best rate available to them though.
The problem with water and wastewater services is how murky details can be in regards to pricing, what is and isn’t a “standard rate” and the services that are available.
For example, what one business may consider one service with one rate, another may see as three different smaller services, each with individual rates.
There are also the seemingly meaningless rates that businesses are charged that can be based on only incremental factors.
A good way to explain this is if there are two almost identical construction sites with the sole difference being slightly larger pipes in one site, the rate they are quoted on for their water use may be noticeably different.
In Scotland, things are slightly easier with a standard rate that can act as a benchmark for water services, however many services inflate this rate quoting additional services that may, in actuality, not be needed.
It is important to navigate the often confusing world of water services with confidence; especially in construction sites where the budget is of utmost importance,
The best way to find fair rates and comprehensive services is through reliable consultancy with those who have a good amount of experience in the sector.
Leading providers like Castle Water boast experienced customer service teams atop their water services.
Having worked with thousands of unique construction companies, the team will be able to guide construction companies through the process and will be able to provide a thorough breakdown of the services needed and their likely price point.
This allows construction companies the ability to more accurately budget and will provide them with the opportunity to access high-quality water and wastewater services without having to overpay.
