Fine Landscaping are trusted Drainage Contractors in Richmond, solving persistent garden flooding and poor run-off. From French drains to soakaways and CCTV surveys, we design discreet systems that work. Expect clear advice, clean workmanship and durable results.
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Richmond’s riverside setting and mature gardens can make drainage problems show up quickly after heavy rain. If your lawn stays saturated, patios pond, or gullies overflow, we install practical solutions such as French drains, channel drains and surface drainage. We regularly work near Richmond Green and along routes towards Richmond Bridge. Our aim is simple: move water away from buildings and into the right drainage points.
Homes in TW9 and TW10 often include Georgian townhouses, Victorian villas and riverside properties with landscaped rear gardens. These plots can have older drainage runs, compacted ground and limited falls, especially where extensions or new paving have changed levels. We tailor land drains, gutter drainage connections and soakaways to suit the property’s age and layout. Whether you’re in Kew or Ham, we keep the finish neat and sympathetic to period settings.
We start with a site assessment and, where needed, CCTV surveys to pinpoint blockages, breaks or collapsed sections. You’ll receive a clear plan covering falls, discharge routes and the most suitable system—French drains, land drains, or channel drains—without unnecessary disruption. Our team protects planting, keeps access tidy, and communicates throughout the job. Homeowners choose us for straightforward pricing, dependable scheduling and workmanship backed by warranty.
As drainage contractors in London Borough of Richmond upon Thames, we plan for riverside water tables, clay-heavy pockets and shaded gardens near mature trees. Access and parking can be tight around Richmond Green and residential streets, so we schedule deliveries and spoil removal efficiently. We also consider root zones and heritage-style landscaping common to period homes. Where required, we align discharge points with existing drainage runs and council expectations.
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Costs vary with access, depth, and where water can legally discharge. As a guide, small channel drain installations often start around £600–£1,500. French drains for a typical garden run are commonly £1,500–£4,000, while a new soakaway system is often £2,000–£6,000 depending on size and ground conditions. CCTV surveys are usually £200–£450. We provide a written, itemised estimate after inspection.
Most domestic drainage jobs take 1–3 days, such as a short French drain, channel drains along a patio edge, or reconnecting gutter drainage. Larger schemes—multiple runs, a soakaway crate system, or extensive surface drainage across a lawn—typically take 3–7 days. Timescales depend on access for machinery, how much reinstatement is needed, and whether we uncover damaged pipework. We confirm a schedule before starting.
Most garden drainage improvements are permitted development, especially where you’re improving run-off and not altering the building footprint. However, rules can change if you’re working near listed buildings, within conservation areas, or altering highway drainage connections. Discharging to sewers or watercourses may also require approvals. We’ll advise on best practice, check constraints for your address, and recommend compliant options such as on-site soakaways where suitable.
Yes. Our drainage installations come with a 10-year warranty covering workmanship and installation-related defects, such as incorrect falls, failed joints, or issues caused by poor bedding and backfill. It doesn’t cover misuse, third-party damage, or blockages caused by items entering the system after completion. We also provide care guidance to keep grates, gullies and catch pits clear. Warranty terms are supplied in writing with your quote.
We offer several proven options, chosen to suit your garden layout and finish. Popular choices include gravel-filled French drains with geotextile, perforated land drain pipework to a soakaway crate system, linear channel drains in polymer concrete or uPVC for patios, and discreet catch pits for maintenance access. We’ll help you select grate styles, pipe diameters and discharge routes based on rainfall, soil type and how you use the space.
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