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Driveway drainage and soakaways in Exmouth
If you are planning driveway drainage in Exmouth, start with a free survey. We measure, check levels and drainage, and set out each part of the price in writing.
- Guide price
- £55–£120 per linear metre
- Postcodes
- EX8
- Survey
- Free, no obligation
What driveway drainage and soakaways involve
Driveway drainage collects surface water and takes it to somewhere it can soak away safely, usually with a linear channel drain across the drive and a soakaway crate or rubble pit in the garden. It is needed where a drive is impermeable or slopes towards the house or garage.
Before quoting groundworks in Exmouth we check levels against door thresholds, look for shallow services and plan where spoil and materials will go. Homes in Exmouth range from period properties to modern estates, each with its own drainage and access questions.
In Exmouth we can price work such as preparing a drive to meet a new dropped kerb, adding a soakaway so water stays on the property and replacing failed edges that have started to crumble. More about driveway drainage and soakaways.
Prices for driveway drainage and soakaways in Exmouth
For the South West, where typical costs are above the UK average, these are the ranges we would expect before seeing your property.
| Service | Guide price inc VAT |
|---|---|
| Driveway drainage and soakaways | £55–£120 per linear metre |
| Dropped kerb applications | about £1,000–£2,500 per crossing, set by the highway authority |
| Driveway edging and borders | £25–£65 per linear metre |
Based on South West rates. See the full price guide or price your own project.
Planning in Exmouth
Surface water from a drive should stay on your property or go to a suitable soakaway or surface water drain. It should not run onto the road or be connected to a foul sewer. Soakaways are sited away from buildings.
General information for England, not legal advice.
Weather and working days
The South West gets more rain than the east of England, especially on higher ground, so permeability and falls matter on every drive. We only lay resin on dry days with ground and air above about 5°C, so Exmouth jobs are booked with the forecast in mind.
How it works
The steps are simple: guide price, free survey, written quote with a fixed price once the specification is agreed, then a date that suits you and the weather.
Driveway drainage and soakaways in Exmouth: questions
Is the price fixed for Exmouth jobs?
Yes, once the scope and specification are agreed in writing. If hidden ground conditions turn up, we explain and agree any change with you before doing extra work.
Who approves dropped kerbs in Exmouth?
Dropped kerb consent comes from your council as local highway authority. We help with the application and get your drive ready to meet the new crossing.
How much is driveway drainage in Exmouth?
As a guide, £55–£120 per linear metre in Exmouth including VAT, depending on length, ground conditions and access. Your written quote follows a free survey.
Driveway drainage and soakaways near Exmouth
- Exeter 9.2 mi
- Newton Abbot 11.0 mi
- Torquay 12.0 mi
- Paignton 14.5 mi
- Tiverton 20.1 mi
Other services in Exmouth
- Resin bound driveways
- Resin bonded driveways
- Resin over tarmac and concrete
- New resin driveways (full dig-out)
- Permeable SuDS driveways
- Driveway extensions and widening
- Resin patios
- Resin garden paths
- Resin steps
- Accessible resin ramps
- Excavation and sub-base
- Driveway edging and borders
- Dropped kerb applications
- Resin driveway repairs
- Resin driveway cleaning
- Resin driveway restoration
- Commercial resin surfacing
Free survey · itemised quote
Book a free survey in Exmouth
We cover EX8 and nearby. Tell us about your project and we will be in touch to arrange a visit.
- Base, edging and drainage priced line by line
- Real blend samples shown in daylight
- Price fixed in writing once the spec is agreed
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