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Greenwich gardens can suffer after heavy rain, especially where patios, lawns and paths fall towards the house. Our team designs and installs practical drainage solutions that suit everything from compact courtyards to larger plots near Greenwich Park. Whether you’re dealing with pooling by a terrace or run-off from a sloped lawn, we’ll route water safely away. We also carry out CCTV surveys to pinpoint hidden issues before any digging begins.
The Royal Borough of Greenwich has a mix of Georgian townhouses, Victorian villas and modern waterfront apartments, each with different drainage challenges. Period homes often have older gullies and shallow falls, while newer developments can have tight access and shared drainage runs. In areas such as Blackheath and Deptford, we regularly see waterlogging caused by compacted ground and hard landscaping. We tailor land drains, gutter drainage and surface systems to the property’s layout and usage.
We start with a site visit, levels check and, where needed, a CCTV survey to confirm the cause of the problem. You’ll receive a clear plan covering French drains, soakaways, channel drains or surface drainage, along with what we’ll protect and reinstate. Our installations are neat, measured and documented, with waste removed and finishes matched where possible. Homeowners choose us for straightforward communication, dependable scheduling and workmanship backed by a 10-year warranty.
Working across SE10 and nearby streets, we plan for narrow access, resident parking controls and shared boundaries common to Greenwich properties. Ground conditions can vary from made-up ground near older builds to compacted clay pockets that slow infiltration, so soakaway design and fall calculations matter. We also consider runoff from terraces and retaining walls on sloping plots around Maze Hill. Where required, we align our approach with Royal Borough of Greenwich expectations for surface water management.
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Costs depend on the cause of the waterlogging, access, and how much excavation is needed. As a guide, CCTV surveys often start from around £180–£350. Small channel drain installations may be £600–£1,500, while French drains typically range from £1,200–£3,500 depending on length and reinstatement. Soakaways are commonly £1,800–£5,000+, especially where spoil removal and paving make-up are involved.
Most straightforward jobs, such as fitting a short run of channel drains or repairing a gully connection, can be completed in 1 day. French drains and land drains usually take 1–3 days depending on length, depth and reinstatement. Soakaways often take 2–4 days, particularly if access is restricted or spoil has to be barrowed through the property. Weather, buried services and ground conditions can extend timelines.
In many cases, garden and driveway drainage improvements are permitted development and don’t require planning permission, especially when you’re managing surface water within your property. However, rules can change if you’re altering levels significantly, working near protected trees, or if the property is listed or within a conservation area. We’ll advise on best practice and check what applies before starting, including any requirements for discharge locations and permeable surfacing.
Yes. Our drainage installations come with a 10-year warranty covering workmanship on the system we install, such as French drains, soakaways, channel drains and associated connections. It covers defects caused by installation issues, including incorrect falls or poor jointing, subject to normal use and maintenance. We’ll provide aftercare guidance to keep grates clear and gutters flowing. Any manufacturer warranties on materials also apply where relevant.
We offer several options depending on appearance, performance and budget. Popular choices include perforated pipe French drains with clean gravel, modular soakaway crates or traditional rubble soakaways, and channel drains with galvanised, stainless or composite grates. For surface water, we can add discreet slot drains or regrade areas to improve falls. We’ll recommend the best combination after checking levels, soil infiltration and how you use the space.
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