Drainage Contractors in Bermondsey who fix flooding, pooling and soggy lawns properly. From French drains and soakaways to CCTV surveys, we design solutions that last. Expect clean workmanship, clear pricing and minimal disruption.
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Bermondsey’s mix of hard landscaping, courtyards and roof runoff can overwhelm tired drainage, leaving puddles and damp patches. We install surface drainage, channel drains and gutter drainage to move water away safely. If your garden is constantly wet, we’ll trace the cause with CCTV surveys before recommending the right fix. We regularly work around Bermondsey Street and near London Bridge, covering SE1 and SE16.
Local homes here range from Victorian terraces with compact rear gardens to converted warehouses and modern apartments with podium terraces. Each brings different challenges: shallow build-ups, shared walls, and limited access for excavation. Our drainage contractors Bermondsey area team plans routes for land drains and outlets that respect boundaries and existing services. Where space is tight, we design discreet runs and inspection points that are easy to maintain.
We start with a site visit to measure levels, identify water sources and check existing gullies and downpipes. You’ll receive a clear plan, options (from soakaways to French drains), and an itemised quote. Installations are completed neatly with careful reinstatement of paving, turf or planting beds. Homeowners choose us for reliable communication, tidy working practices and a 10-year warranty on qualifying installations.
In the London Borough of Southwark, access can be restricted by narrow passages, basement vaults and shared courtyards, especially around converted warehouses. We plan spoil removal, protect communal areas, and schedule deliveries to reduce disruption. Ground conditions and levels near the river can make falls tricky, so we prioritise accurate setting-out and sensible discharge routes. Where on-street parking is limited, we organise practical loading plans for a smooth install.
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Costs vary with access, depth, and how much excavation is needed. As a guide in Bermondsey, CCTV surveys often start around £150–£350, while small surface drainage or channel drain runs may be £600–£1,500. French drains and land drains commonly fall between £1,200–£3,500 depending on length and reinstatement. Soakaways can range from £1,500–£4,500+ where space and ground conditions allow.
Many straightforward jobs, such as a short channel drain or gutter drainage improvements, can be completed in 1 day. French drains, land drains or a new soakaway typically take 2–5 days depending on length, depth, and reinstatement (paving, decking or turf). Timescales can increase if access is tight, if we discover collapsed pipework, or if levels require extra groundwork to achieve reliable falls.
Most garden drainage improvements are permitted development and won’t need planning permission, particularly when you’re improving existing drainage or adding discreet surface channels. However, rules can change if you’re altering hardstanding, working near boundaries, affecting shared areas, or dealing with listed buildings and conservation considerations. We’ll advise what’s likely to apply and can help you check requirements with the London Borough of Southwark before work starts.
We provide a 10-year warranty on qualifying drainage installations, covering workmanship and the correct installation of components such as French drains, land drains, channel drains and soakaway connections. The warranty is valid when the system is used as designed and maintained (for example, keeping grates clear and not allowing silt to build up). We’ll explain what’s covered, provide aftercare guidance, and keep records of the installed layout for future reference.
We offer several options depending on the problem and the finish you want. Popular choices include perforated pipe French drains with clean gravel, geotextile-wrapped land drains, polymer or galvanised channel drains, and soakaways using modular crates or traditional rubble where suitable. For patios, we can specify discreet slot drains and matching grates. We’ll recommend the best design after checking levels, soil conditions and discharge possibilities.
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