Soakaways in Hither Green that stop waterlogging and protect your foundations. We design, size and install compliant systems for SE13 homes, with clean connections and reliable drainage performance.
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If your lawn stays soggy after rain or your driveway puddles, a correctly sized soakaway can make a dramatic difference. We install new systems and replace failed ones across SE13, including near Hither Green station and Mountsfield Park. Our work is designed to move surface water away from buildings and prevent recurring flooding. Every installation starts with the right checks, not guesswork.
Hither Green’s Victorian terraces, Edwardian houses and 1930s semis often have compact rear gardens and shared side access, which affects excavation and spoil removal. We’re used to working around existing drains, extensions and mature planting typical of family homes in the area. Whether you’re close to Lee, Grove Park or Lewisham, we tailor the layout to your plot and levels. The aim is simple: effective drainage without unnecessary disruption.
We begin with percolation tests and sizing calculations, then recommend the most suitable build—crate systems or rubble soakaways—based on ground performance and available space. You’ll get clear options, compliant connection details and an installation that includes inspection chambers for future access. We keep sites tidy, protect paving and borders, and explain maintenance to keep the system working. Local homeowners choose us because we plan carefully, communicate clearly and stand by our work.
We regularly install soakaways in the London Borough of Lewisham, where plots can be tight and access routes narrow. Parking restrictions and permit zones around SE13 can affect delivery and grab-lorry options, so we plan logistics in advance. Ground conditions vary street to street, which is why we test infiltration rather than assume. Our approach suits period properties and modern upgrades alike, from small courtyards to larger rear gardens.
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Costs for soakaways in the Hither Green area typically range from around £1,200–£3,500 for a straightforward garden installation, depending on size, depth and access. Replacement of a failed soakaway or work involving long pipe runs, poor ground infiltration, or restricted spoil removal can rise to £4,500+. We confirm pricing after percolation tests, sizing calculations and a site survey.
Most installations take 1–2 days once the design is confirmed, with larger crate systems or difficult access sometimes taking 3–4 days. Timescales depend on excavation depth, whether an inspection chamber is added, ground conditions, and how far we need to connect from gullies or downpipes. If percolation testing is required first, allow an additional visit and a little extra time for results and design.
In many cases, soakaways and garden drainage improvements are permitted development and don’t require planning permission. However, rules can change if you’re altering drainage near boundaries, working on a listed building, or within any special designations. We also ensure the installation follows Building Regulations guidance on discharge and distances from structures. We’ll advise what applies to your property and help you stay compliant.
We provide a 10-year warranty on our soakaway installations, covering workmanship and the integrity of the installed system when used as intended. This includes correct assembly of crate systems or rubble soakaways, connections, and installed inspection chambers. The warranty doesn’t cover issues caused by later building works, blocked gutters feeding excessive silt, or damage from third parties. We also explain simple maintenance to protect long-term performance.
We install modern crate systems for high-capacity storage in limited space, as well as traditional rubble soakaways where ground conditions and space allow. Designs can include geotextile wrapping, silt traps, and inspection chambers for easy monitoring and cleaning. We’ll choose the right option based on percolation test results, available depth, and how you need to connect roof or driveway drainage. The goal is a durable, compliant solution.
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