How to cover stormwater inlets?

shabubu157

Howdy!

Recently completed our house build and have a few pipes sticking out of the ground (pic attached)

covered in tape. I'm assuming they are for stormwater and need to be cut down and covered at a level below the path/foundation. My question is what is the best way to do this?

I'm looking at just PVC cementing something like (https://www.bunnings.com.au/reln-200mm-green-vortex-uni-pit-with-flat-grate_p0059936) this on them (10 in all spaced 4m apart).

Other thought is somehow set up a drainage channel around the house using these (https://www.bunnings.com.au/everhard-3m-easydrain-compact-polymer-grate-and-channel_p4770469) but would need to research/plan it out a bit better.

Am I going down the right path on this or is there something I'm missing/haven't considered.

Thanks!

EricL

Hello @shabubu157

Welcome to the Bunnings Workshop community. It's sensational to have you join us, and thanks for sharing your question about your storm water inlets.

Just a friendly reminder that any plumbing works must be carried out by a registered plumber for safety and compliance.

I suspect that these pipes have been left open as the plumber is waiting on your decision whether your garden is being covered in concrete or lawn. I suggest holding off on your plans and speaking to your builder in regards to the storm water inlets. Please note that you will need the services of a plumber if anything is to be linked to the storm water inlets. They are the only ones allowed to legally link to these inlets.

However, your ideas for a pit and the Everhard Easydrain is definitely possible. I only recommend co-ordinating with your builder so that whatever is put in is in compliance with the local building codes.

If you need further assistance, please let us know.

Eric