Garden Drainage in Earl's Court that fixes waterlogging at the source, not just the symptoms. We install French drains, soakaways and discreet channel drains to keep patios, lawns and basements protected. Fast surveys, tidy workmanship, and solutions designed for SW5 homes.
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If your garden in SW5 holds water after rain, it can quickly lead to muddy lawns, slippery paving and damp edging walls. We design and install drainage that suits compact rear gardens and communal spaces near Earl's Court tube station and Philbeach Gardens. From channel drains along patios to soakaways that disperse runoff safely, we focus on long-term performance. Where needed, we start with CCTV surveys to pinpoint blockages and collapsed runs.
The Earl's Court area includes Victorian mansion conversions, period flats and garden square properties, often with limited access and shared boundaries. These homes can suffer from compacted subsoil, tired clay drains and poorly graded paving that sends water towards the building. Our garden drainage Earl's Court area service is tailored to tight footprints and sensitive finishes, keeping disruption low. We also coordinate neatly with existing landscaping so the garden still looks refined once the work is complete.
We begin with a site assessment, levels check and flow testing, then propose the most effective combination of French drains, land drains, catch pits and grading. Installations are completed with clear method statements, clean spoil removal and careful reinstatement of lawns, gravel or paving. If gravity drainage isn’t viable, we specify reliable pump systems with accessible maintenance points. Homeowners choose us for straightforward advice, documented options, and a 10-year warranty on workmanship.
Working across the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea means planning around controlled parking zones, narrow side passages and shared access routes. Many properties around Kensington and West Brompton have older drainage runs and mixed ground make-up, so we check fall, outfalls and existing connections carefully. We also factor in neighbour boundaries and garden square rules where applicable. Our designs prioritise quiet, tidy installations with minimal surface disruption.
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Costs vary with access, depth, and how much excavation is required. As a guide, small channel drain installs often start around £600–£1,500, while French drains for a typical rear garden are commonly £1,500–£4,000. Soakaways and catch pits can add £800–£3,000 depending on size and soil conditions. CCTV surveys are usually £180–£450. We provide itemised options after a site visit.
Most straightforward jobs take 1–3 days, such as a short French drain run or a patio channel drain with a new outfall. More involved schemes—multiple land drains, grading, catch pits and reinstatement—often take 3–7 days. Timescales depend on access through flats, spoil removal, weather, and whether we uncover damaged pipework. If a pump system is needed, allow an extra day for commissioning and testing.
Garden drainage is usually permitted development, especially when it’s below ground and doesn’t change the property’s external appearance significantly. However, rules can differ for listed buildings, conservation areas, garden squares, and works affecting shared drains or party boundaries. We’ll advise on any RBKC considerations, check where water will discharge, and recommend compliant solutions such as soakaways or attenuation where appropriate. If permissions are needed, we help you prepare the details.
Yes. We provide a 10-year warranty on our workmanship for installed drainage systems, covering issues such as failed joints, incorrect falls, and installation-related defects. Components like pumps may also carry manufacturer warranties, which we register and document for you. The warranty assumes normal use and reasonable maintenance, such as keeping grates clear and not driving heavy loads over non-rated covers. We also offer maintenance visits if you’d like ongoing support.
We design systems to suit your garden layout and finish. Popular choices include French drains with clean gravel and geotextile wrap, rigid land drain pipework for longer runs, and slimline channel drains with galvanised or stainless grates. Catch pits can be installed for easy silt removal, and soakaways can be modular crates or traditional rubble depending on space. Where levels are challenging, we can specify pump systems. We’ll recommend options based on levels, soil, and aesthetics.
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