Drainage Contractors in Morden for gardens, driveways and problem spots that stay wet. From French drains and soakaways to CCTV surveys, we find the cause and fix it properly. Expect tidy work, clear pricing and long-lasting results.
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If your lawn squelches after rain or water pools by the patio, drainage is usually the missing link. We install French drains, soakaways, land drains and channel drains to move water away safely. Homeowners near Morden Hall Park and around SM4 often see issues where older pipework, compacted soil or poor falls trap surface water. We’ll design a system that suits your garden layout and how you use the space.
Morden has a mix of 1930s semis, post-war estates and modern developments, each with different drainage challenges. Older gardens in Morden Park and St Helier can suffer from tired clay-heavy ground and blocked gullies, while newer plots may have tight access and limited soakaway space. We match the solution to the property, whether that’s discreet surface drainage along a path or a deeper land drain run to a suitable outfall. Our aim is to keep your garden usable year-round without constant patch repairs.
We start with a site visit to check levels, existing gullies, downpipes and any signs of collapsed runs. Where needed, we carry out CCTV surveys to pinpoint blockages, root ingress or broken drainage before we dig. You’ll receive a clear scope of works, options by budget, and a tidy finish with reinstatement. Local homeowners choose us because we communicate well, protect planting and paving, and back our work with a 10-year warranty.
As drainage contractors in London Borough of Merton, we’re used to Morden’s mix of mature gardens, shared side access and on-street parking. Ground conditions can vary, so we test soakaway viability and plan outfalls carefully rather than guessing. We also factor in downpipe routes, existing inspection chambers and the practicalities of getting materials in and spoil out. Where required, we coordinate with local guidance and keep disruption to neighbours to a minimum.
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Costs depend on the type of system, access and how much reinstatement is needed. As a guide, minor surface drainage or channel drain sections often start around £350–£900. French drains commonly fall between £1,200–£3,500 depending on length and depth. Soakaways typically range from £1,500–£4,500, and CCTV surveys are usually £150–£350. A site visit lets us price accurately.
Small jobs like a short channel drain run or reconnecting gutter drainage can often be completed in half a day to one day. French drains and land drains are typically 1–3 days depending on length, depth and spoil removal. Soakaways can take 1–2 days, longer if access is tight or ground is difficult. Timescales are affected by weather, locating existing services, and how much paving or turf needs reinstating.
Most garden drainage improvements are classed as permitted development and don’t require planning permission, especially when they’re below ground and don’t change levels significantly. However, rules can differ for listed buildings, conservation areas, or if you’re altering a driveway and surface water discharge arrangements. We’ll advise on best practice, check whether any permissions are likely, and ensure the design manages runoff responsibly rather than sending water to the wrong place.
Yes. We provide a 10-year warranty on our drainage installation workmanship, covering issues such as failed joints, incorrect falls, or installation-related defects that cause the system not to perform as designed. It also includes remedial labour for covered faults. The warranty doesn’t cover damage from third-party works, misuse, or extreme events beyond reasonable design assumptions. We’ll explain what’s included and provide aftercare guidance to keep everything flowing.
We offer several proven options: perforated pipe French drains with clean stone and geotextile, land drains for deeper runs, soakaways using modular crates or traditional rubble, and surface solutions like channel drains with metal or polypropylene grates. Gutter drainage can be upgraded with new underground pipework and rodding access points. We’ll recommend the right combination based on your soil, available outfall, garden levels and the finish you want around paving and planting.
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