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Soakaway Installation

What Is a Soakaway?

A soakaway is an essential drainage solution that manages excess surface water by directing it underground and allowing it to naturally be absorbed into the soil. At Elite Drains Limited, we specialise in designing, installing, and maintaining soakaways for residential and commercial properties, ensuring effective water management and flood prevention.

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Why Choose Us For Your Soakaway Installation?


Soakaway installations must comply with building regulations and your property specification. It is important the company you select has a clear understanding of the soakaway installation process and the regulations required. Elite Drains specialise in soakaway installation employing a dedicated soakaway team.

24/7 Call Outs

We understand the urgency when it comes to drains. Our team is dedicated to providing a swift response, ensuring minimal disruption to your daily routine.

Experienced Technicians

Our team consists of highly skilled and experienced technicians who have encountered a wide range of drainage problems. From minor clogs to major pipe damage, we’ve got the expertise to handle it all.

State-of-the-Art Technology

We invest in the latest technology to diagnose and repair drainage issues efficiently. Our advanced equipment allows us to pinpoint the problem accurately and apply targeted solutions.

Transparent Communication

We believe in transparent communication with our clients. Before starting any drain repair work, we provide a detailed explanation of the issue, along with a comprehensive quote of what your drain repair will cost.

Customer Reviews


Spanish Sky

This isn’t an issue I’ve had before, so was a bit nervous about who to call but after going through reviews I chose elite drainage, they responded to my request straight away,

Matthew Nabney

Great service, I used Elite Drainage Services for a blocked man hole recently. They discussed rates and the process clearly over the phone. Came and got the job

Lillie-Bee Edwards

After months of searching for the right company for us we finally found this one , which can I say from the Get go has been amazing The workers are incredibly compassionate and helpful. 

Joanne Montague

5* service. Couldn’t be happier with my clear drains, they’ve not run this well in years.
Would highly recommend them to anyone needing some work seeing to. Prompt and thorough. One happy household now.

hayden patel

Very helpful and professional, definitely recommend using this service. Reasonable prices and a great job well done. Thanks a lot 🙂

Thomas Gee

Was in a bad way at my property, elite drainage were very helpful and professional got the job done quick and efficient would highly recommend

Molly Holloway

Really professional company, the boys were on time & sorted out everything we needed there and then!
Would definitely recommend x

Mia Patel

After numerous quotes with various different companies, I found Elite Drainage Services to be the most fair and decided to go ahead with them. The engineers were so helpful and professional,

Signs That You Need A Soakaway


Standing Water: If you are dealing with pooling or standing water in your garden, driveway or surrounding your proeprty, you may require a soakaway installation.

Flooding: Flooding can be a sign that a soakaway is required as it means the water is not sufficiently draining from the property, particularly in extended periods of rain.

Blocked Drains: A blocked drain or could also mean the soakaway itself is blocked, collapsed or full. If you are experiencing a blocked drain a full assessment should be carried out.

Installing Your Soakaway


Planning the soakaway installation place: We will first determine where the soakaway will be dug and installed. This must comply with building regulations and not effect any other drainage, pipeowrk or power cables.

Soakaway Installation: Our dedicated soakaway team carry out the full installation from start to finish. Depedning on the size and depth of the crates, we may use machinery to dig the soakaway pit.

Testing: We make sure that all drainage is running properly and carry out full functional testing and inspection of the soakaway and pipework before signing off and providing a warranty. Our work comes with a 15 year warranty.

Soakaway Specialists

Elite Drains Limited have a dedicated soakaway team who are well trained and experienced in the soakaway installation process. Having carried out installations both large and small, from 2 crate soakaways right up to 200 crate soakaways for schools and commercial buildings, our team are the perfect choice to get the job done properly and professionally.

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Warminster

Trowbridge

Swindon

Chippenham

Bradford-on-Avon

Guildford

Dorking

Epsom

Farnham

Woking

Bagshot

Cobham

Addlestone

Walton-On-Thames

Reading

Windsor

Hungerford

FAQs About Soakaways


A soakaway is an underground pit filled with permeable materials that absorb rainwater allowing it to gradually absorb into the earth. Nowdays, soakaways are made up by plastic crates. The amount of crates depends on the size of the property and the area the soakaway will be taking.

If you experience water pooling in your garden, driveway, or patio after heavy rain, a soakaway may be the perfect solution to prevent flooding. Leaving pooling or flooding can cause issues further down the line with your landscape or build structure if water is settling around building foundations.

With proper maintenance, a soakaway can last for 30+ years.


The soakaway installation process is quite straightforward. Elite Drainage take care of all the necessary planning, permissions and installation. You can read our full soakaway installation process here.

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Choose Elite Drains Limited for lasting solutions that safeguard your property. Experience, unmatched expertise and dedication. Contact us today and let us be your trusted partner in ensuring seamless drainage operations, allowing you to focus on what matters most.

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