Need fast, effective drainage that lasts? Fine Landscaping are trusted Drainage Contractors in Shepherd's Bush, solving waterlogged gardens and runoff issues with precision. From CCTV surveys to French drains and soakaways, we keep your outdoor space usable year-round.
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Shepherd's Bush weather and hard landscaping can push surface water straight towards patios, basements and pathways. If puddles linger after rain near Shepherd's Bush Green or you’re seeing overflow around Westfield London-style car-park run-off patterns, your garden likely needs a proper drainage plan. We install surface drainage, channel drains and gutter connections to move water safely away. Our team works across W12 with minimal disruption and a clean finish.
Local homes range from Victorian terraces to mansion conversions and modern apartments, each with different drainage challenges. Terraced gardens often have compacted ground and limited fall, while conversions can suffer from shared downpipes and awkward access routes. We regularly support homeowners across White City and Holland Park where space is tight and drainage has to be discreet. Designs are tailored to your layout, levels and how you use the garden.
We start with a site visit, level checks and, where needed, CCTV surveys to confirm blockages, breaks or poor connections. You’ll get a clear recommendation—French drains, soakaways, land drains or channel drains—based on what will actually solve the issue. Installations are carried out neatly, with careful reinstatement of lawns, paving and borders. Homeowners choose us for transparent advice, tidy workmanship and dependable aftercare backed by warranty.
In the drainage contractors Shepherd's Bush area, we often deal with tight side access, shared boundaries and limited on-street parking. Ground conditions can include compacted subsoil and heavy clay pockets that slow soakage, so soakaways and land drains must be correctly sized and wrapped. We plan spoil removal, materials delivery and working hours to suit residential streets near W12. Where required, we align works with local guidance and protect neighbouring properties during installation.
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Costs vary with access, depth, and how much excavation is needed. As a guide in W12, small surface drainage or channel drain runs often start from £600–£1,500. French drains for a typical garden edge are commonly £1,500–£4,000. Soakaways can range from £1,800–£6,000 depending on size, crates, and connection work. CCTV surveys are often £180–£450, depending on length and reporting.
Many jobs complete quickly once the design is confirmed. A CCTV survey and diagnosis can be done in a few hours. Installing a short channel drain or gutter connection is often 1 day. French drains and land drains typically take 2–4 days for an average garden, while a larger soakaway with multiple connections may take 3–7 days. Timescales depend on access, depth, ground conditions and reinstatement requirements.
Most garden drainage improvements are permitted development, especially where you’re managing surface water within your property and using permeable solutions. However, rules can change if you’re altering levels significantly, working near a party wall, connecting to public sewers, or affecting a front garden/driveway drainage strategy. We’ll advise on best practice, check whether permissions or consents are needed, and recommend compliant options such as soakaways and permeable discharge routes.
Yes. Our drainage installations come with a 10-year warranty on workmanship for the installed system, covering issues such as failed joints, incorrect falls, or installation-related defects. It doesn’t cover damage from third-party works, misuse, or extreme events beyond design assumptions, and maintenance like clearing leaves from grates is the homeowner’s responsibility. We also provide practical guidance on upkeep to keep channel drains and gullies flowing properly.
We offer several proven options depending on your space and finish. French drains can be built with perforated pipe, clean gravel and geotextile wrapping, with decorative gravel tops if preferred. Soakaways can use modular crate systems or traditional rubble designs where suitable. Channel drains are available in polymer concrete or plastic with galvanised or stainless grates. We’ll recommend the best combination after checking levels, soil and discharge routes.
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