What is the Ecoflo compact biofilter?
The Ecoflo compact biofilter is an energy-free sewage treatment plant designed and manufactured by our team at Premier Tech Water and Environment.
The "Ecoflo" name sometimes gets used to describe any sewage treatment plant. In reality, ours is a specific technology — and we're the only company that installs it.
The system treats wastewater by passing it through a coconut husk filter. Here's how:
- The Ecoflo biofilter receives wastewater from your septic tank.
- Wastewater percolates through coconut husk fragments inside the biofilter.
- The filter acts as a physical barrier, trapping contaminants.
- Naturally occurring bacteria break down pollutants.
- After filtration, wastewater is safely discharged to a compact drainage field or surface water.
Where the Ecoflo compact biofilter works best
The Ecoflo sewage treatment plant is a natural fit for a range of properties, including those:
- with a septic tank requiring an upgrade
- without space for a full-sized drainage field
- where watercourse discharge is the only practical option
- without easy access to mains electricity
- with variable or seasonal occupancy, including holiday lets and Airbnbs
The simple way to upgrade a non-compliant septic tank
Since January 2020, the General Binding Rules have prohibited septic tanks from discharging directly to streams, rivers, ditches, and drains that lead to watercourses.
If your septic tank discharges straight to surface water, it needs to be upgraded.
In many cases, a full replacement isn't necessary. Connecting the Ecoflo compact biofilter to your existing septic tank adds a treatment stage that can make your discharge compliant. It's often the least disruptive and most cost-effective solution.
There is one condition: your current septic tank needs to be in good working order. If it's not, it may need to be replaced.
To find the most practical way to bring your system into compliance, get in touch for a free site assessment.
Versatility and compliance for challenging sites
The Ecoflo compact biofilter is certified for two discharge methods:
- Smaller drainage field
By adding a secondary treatment stage, the Ecoflo compact biofilter significantly reduces the size of the drainage field you need. This offers a solution for small gardens, irregular plots, and constrained sites where a standard drainage field isn't possible. - Watercourse
The Ecoflo compact biofilter is certified to discharge treated wastewater directly to a nearby stream, river, or ditch. This opens a pathway to compliance for properties where no drainage field is possible.
Our free site assessment will confirm which discharge method suits your property. Tell us about your situation and we'll take it from there.
We have the right tank for your property
We offer the Ecoflo compact biofilter in a range of models to suit different types of properties.
Sizing is based on the number of bedrooms in your home, not the number of people currently living there. That's the standard set by British Water Flows and Loads guidelines, and it applies to every off-mains system in the UK.
You don't need to figure this out on your own. When you get in touch, we'll explain which tank size is right for you and why.
Who supplies and installs the Ecoflo compact biofilter?
We do — and only we do. As the manufacturer, we know the Ecoflo sewage treatment plant inside out, and we install every system ourselves. One team, fully accountable from beginning to end.
Our support starts well before installation day. We carry out the site assessment and soil testing that determine the right system for your property. We also design your system and guide you through permissions and approvals. You never need to figure out the process on your own.
We cover the whole of the UK. Wherever your property is, we can help.
Tell us about your project and we'll come back to you with a clear picture of what comes next.
What does owning an Ecoflo compact biofilter involve long term?
An Ecoflo septic system is one of the simplest systems to own, but it does require regular care:
| Service | Frequency | Estimated cost |
| Septic tank emptying | Depends on the size of your tank and how many people use it | Starting at £190 |
| Ecoflo compact biofilter maintenance | Annual, as required by UK regulations | Starting at £150 |
| Coconut husk filter renewal | Every 15 years or more with proper use and regular maintenance | Contact us for a quote |
All prices exclude VAT.
Owning the Ecoflo compact biofilter means you never need to deal with resellers or third parties. We carry out all services ourselves, hold replacement parts directly, and handle warranty questions in-house. One team, responsible for everything.
