Soakaways and Drainage
Soakaways
We are specialists in all forms of underground drainage systems which are crucial in garden projects to be successful. Soakaway installation is a process of constructing an underground drainage system designed to manage surface water runoff effectively.
It is commonly used to handle rainwater or excess water from various sources, such as lawns, driveways, and paved areas. The main purpose of a soakaway is to prevent flooding, waterlogging, and the buildup of excess water on the ground’s surface.
Soakaways are an effective, eco-friendly solution for managing surface water, reducing the risk of flooding and promoting natural groundwater replenishment. We provide efficient soakaway installation services across Cardiff and surrounding areas in South Wales delivering sustainable drainage solutions that benefit your property and the environment.
Specialised Knowledge: With our expertise in drainage solutions, we offer expert guidance on Soak-away installations suitable for your property’s drainage requirements.
Quality Assurance: We pride ourselves on delivering top-notch craftsmanship, ensuring that every Soak-away installation is completed to the highest standards.
Transparent Communication: Throughout the installation process, we maintain clear communication, keeping you informed about progress, adjustments, and giving advice on post-installation maintenance.
The Importance of Soak-away Installations
Soak-aways play a vital role in managing surface water runoff, reducing the risk of flooding, soil erosion, and waterlogging. A professionally installed Soak-away efficiently disperses and absorbs excess water, contributing to the preservation of your property’s integrity and landscape.
We are committed to ensuring optimal drainage solutions that protect your property and contribute to a sustainable water management system.
Domestic Drain Excavation
Pipes become damaged for various reasons which include:
• The type of material that the pipes are made - e.g. pitch fibre is not as durable as other materials.
or
• Large root ingress into the pipes which have infiltrated through a gap quite often at a joint between two segments.
Land Drainage Pipe
Perforated land drain pipe laid in prepared trench
Soakaway Installation
Purpose made soaraway crates are covered in porous membrane before back filling
Soakaway Backfilling
Soakaway backfilled and surrounded with 20mm clean stone for uninterrupted flow
However, there are occasions when the pipes become damaged so severely that the only option is excavation and repair.
Excavations are necessary when:
• A pipe has collapsed.
• Deformation of the pipe is more than 30% of its original size.
• A no dig repair will suffice.
• The pipe is old and in need of being replaced.
The excavation process can sometimes be quite lengthy as factors have to be considered such as how deep the pipe is from the surface, is it soft ground or hard ground that needs to be dug up and is there anything obstructing the dig such as a garage, etc.
However, once all the factors have been considered a trench would be dug up exposing the pipes; to do this it will either be by a mini digger or manually. The pipe will then be repaired and the trench back-filled and left in exactly the same way we found it pre excavation – so if you have turf on top then this would be re-laid.
We have highly trained engineers who have carried out many excavations in a variety of environments so you can be confident that you have the very best professionals carrying out work for you.
UPVC and clay drainage systems are also installed and repaired. Construction of traditional inspection chambers, installation of UPVC inspection chambers.