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Driveway drainage and soakaways in Streatham
If you are planning driveway drainage in Streatham, start with a free survey. We measure, check levels and drainage, and set out each part of the price in writing.
- Guide price
- £60–£130 per linear metre
- Postcodes
- SW16, SW12, SE27
- 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.
Groundwork prices in Streatham depend on what is found below the surface, so the survey looks closely at ground conditions, access and drainage. Homes in Streatham range from period properties to modern estates, each with its own drainage and access questions.
Across Greater London, the projects we price include setting a channel drain across a garage entrance, fitting setts or steel edging around a new drive and replacing failed edges that have started to crumble. More about driveway drainage and soakaways.
Prices for driveway drainage and soakaways in Streatham
For London, where typical costs are well above the UK average, these are the ranges we would expect before seeing your property.
| Service | Guide price inc VAT |
|---|---|
| Driveway drainage and soakaways | £60–£130 per linear metre |
| Driveway extensions and widening | £90–£145 per m² |
| Resin driveway cleaning | £95–£240 per visit |
Based on London rates. See the full price guide or price your own project.
Planning in Streatham
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
London is one of the drier parts of the UK, but heavy summer downpours on small, mostly paved plots are exactly what front-garden drainage rules were written for. We only lay resin on dry days with ground and air above about 5°C, so Streatham jobs are booked with the forecast in mind.
How it works
Get a guide price online, book a free survey, receive an itemised written quote, then agree a date. Most drives over a ready base are laid in a day.
Driveway drainage and soakaways in Streatham: questions
How soon can you survey in Streatham?
Call 0800 088 6341 or use the quote tool and we will offer survey dates. Surveys are free and run all year.
How much is driveway drainage in Streatham?
As a guide, £60–£130 per linear metre in Streatham including VAT, depending on length, ground conditions and access. Your written quote follows a free survey.
Is the price fixed for Streatham 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.
Driveway drainage and soakaways near Streatham
Other services in Streatham
- 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 Streatham
We cover SW16, SW12 and SE27 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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