Drainage Contractors in Lewisham who fix flooding, pooling and soggy lawns with clean, durable solutions. From French drains and soakaways to channel drains and CCTV surveys, we keep water moving where it should.
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If heavy rain leaves puddles by the patio or water creeping towards the house, we can help. Fine Landscaping installs surface drainage, channel drains and land drains to prevent recurring flooding and erosion. We regularly work around Lewisham station and near the River Ravensbourne, where sudden downpours can overwhelm older drainage routes. Our aim is simple: collect, direct and disperse water safely without spoiling the look of your garden.
The Lewisham area includes Victorian terraces, Edwardian houses and newer developments, each with different drainage challenges. Tight side access behind terraces in Ladywell or Hither Green often calls for compact excavation and careful spoil removal. In modern blocks and extensions, we frequently connect gutter drainage into new runs or create discreet channel drains at thresholds. We design every system to suit the property layout, levels and how you actually use the space.
We start with a site visit to assess levels, runoff routes and likely blockages, then recommend the right combination of French drains, soakaways or surface systems. Where needed, we carry out CCTV surveys to pinpoint collapsed pipes, silt build-up or poor falls before digging. Installations are completed neatly with clear reinstatement and practical aftercare advice to keep everything flowing. Local homeowners choose us for straightforward communication, tidy workmanship and solutions built to last.
Ground conditions vary across the London Borough of Lewisham, with pockets of heavier soils that drain slowly after storms. In SE13, parking and access can be tight, so we plan deliveries, waste removal and working hours to minimise disruption. Many terraces have limited rear access and older pipework, so we often combine new land drains with upgraded gutter drainage. We also consider runoff direction to avoid issues between neighbouring gardens and shared boundaries.
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Costs depend on the cause of the problem, access and how much excavation is required. As a guide, small surface drainage or channel drain installations often start around £650–£1,500. French drains commonly range from £1,500–£4,000 depending on length and reinstatement. Soakaways and more complex systems, especially with CCTV surveys and pipe replacement, are typically £2,500–£7,500+.
Many straightforward jobs, such as a short channel drain run or a small French drain, can be completed in 1–2 days. Larger projects like a full garden drainage scheme with soakaways and multiple collection points often take 3–7 days. Timescales vary with access in terraced streets, the depth of excavation, ground conditions after rain, and whether we need to wait for survey results or utility checks.
Most garden drainage improvements are permitted development and don’t require planning permission, especially when you’re managing water within your property. However, rules can change if you’re altering levels significantly, working near a boundary wall, or connecting to public sewers. If your home is listed or in a conservation area, extra considerations may apply. We’ll advise what’s likely required and help you stay compliant.
Yes. We provide a 10-year warranty on our drainage installation workmanship, covering issues such as incorrect falls, poor connections or installation-related failures. It applies when the system is used as intended and not damaged by later building works or unauthorised alterations. We’ll also explain maintenance steps—like keeping gullies clear—to protect performance. Any manufacturer warranties on components are passed on where applicable.
We tailor the design to your garden and finish. Options include perforated pipe French drains with clean gravel, modular soakaway crates, traditional rubble soakaways, and land drains for lawn areas. For hard landscaping, we fit channel drains with galvanised or black grates, plus discreet gullies and rodding points for maintenance. We’ll recommend sizes and layouts based on levels, soil type, and how water enters the space.
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