Stop garden flooding and driveway run-off with Soakaways in Pollards Hill. Fine Landscaping designs, tests and installs compliant systems that drain reliably. From percolation tests to neat connections, we handle the full job.
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If your lawn stays boggy or water pools after heavy rain, a properly designed soakaway can make a lasting difference. We install soakaways for homes around Pollards Hill Recreation Ground and the SW16 postcode, directing surface water away from patios, paths and driveways. Each system is sized to suit your roof and hardstanding areas, not guesswork. The result is cleaner drainage and fewer damp, slippery spots outdoors.
Pollards Hill has a mix of 1930s semis, post-war housing and maisonettes, often with compact rear gardens and shared side access. That means soakaway placement, excavation and spoil removal need careful planning to avoid disruption. We’re based just five minutes away in Norbury, so we know the practicalities of working on residential streets and tight driveways. Homeowners across Mitcham and Streatham Vale also rely on us for the same high standard of drainage work.
Our process starts with percolation tests and sizing calculations, then we recommend the best build—crate systems or rubble soakaways—based on ground conditions and budget. We install inspection chambers where needed for easy future checks, and connect pipework neatly to existing drainage runs. All work is carried out with Building Regulations in mind, with clear documentation and tidy reinstatement. Clients choose us for straightforward communication, punctual crews and drainage that performs year after year.
We regularly work on properties in the London Borough of Merton where access can be tight and parking limited, especially near South Lodge Avenue. Ground conditions can vary between gardens, so we test before we dig and adapt the design accordingly. For 1930s semis and maisonettes, we plan routes for pipework that avoid services and keep reinstatement neat. If council guidance or drainage layouts affect the install, we’ll flag it early and keep everything compliant.
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Costs vary with soakaway size, depth, access and the chosen system. As a guide, a small rubble soakaway for a patio area may start around £900–£1,800, while a modern crate system with geotextile, pipework connections and an inspection chamber is often £1,800–£4,500+. Larger designs for roof and driveway runoff, or difficult access and spoil removal, can push costs higher. We provide a site-specific quotation after testing and measurements.
Most soakaway installations take 1–3 days on site, depending on excavation depth, access for machinery, and how much pipework needs connecting. Percolation tests and sizing calculations are usually completed before the main works so the build runs smoothly. If we’re installing an inspection chamber, working around existing services, or reinstating paving and turf, allow extra time. Weather and ground conditions can also affect digging and compaction.
In many cases, soakaways and garden drainage works are permitted and don’t require planning permission. However, rules can change if you’re working near boundaries, altering drainage from a driveway, or if the property has restrictions (such as conservation considerations). We also ensure the installation aligns with Building Regulations and good practice for surface-water disposal. Before starting, we’ll advise what applies to your home in the London Borough of Merton and help you stay compliant.
We provide a 10-year warranty on our soakaway installation workmanship, covering issues caused by incorrect installation such as failed joints, poor connections, or improper assembly of crate systems. The warranty applies when the system is used as designed and not overloaded by unplanned connections. We also advise on maintenance, including periodic inspection of chambers and silt traps where fitted. Manufacturer warranties on materials may apply in addition to our cover.
Common options include modern crate systems (high capacity in a compact footprint) and traditional rubble soakaways (cost-effective where space allows). We can also incorporate inspection chambers, silt traps and rodding points to make future maintenance straightforward. The right choice depends on percolation test results, available garden space, and what you’re draining—roof water, patio run-off or driveway surface water. We’ll recommend a compliant design and explain the trade-offs before you commit.
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