Providing Soakaways for Effective Drainage throughout the UK
Call Direct Drilling Ltd to drill soakaway boreholes, or deep bore soakaways, for properties throughout the UK. Soakaway boreholes are most often used in locations that are not connected to a nearby water body or man-made drainage system or where the existing system cannot cope. Get in touch today for more details.
What Is a Soakaway Borehole?
Constructed beneath the surface of the ground, a soakaway borehole collects excess water and effectively drains it into a sealed storage chamber. Once gathered, the water is subsequently transported deep into the ground and filtered into the surrounding soil or permeable strata.
Types of Soakaways
Direct Drilling Ltd constructs soakaway boreholes for our clients – the main difference between conventional soakaways and soakaway boreholes is the depth at which they work. Very close to the surface of the ground, conventional soakaways are constructed by digging a small hole that effectively drains excess water into the surrounding surface soil.
Conversely, a deep bore soakaway is inserted much deeper into the ground. Excess water is first collected into a sealed storage chamber and then transported via a small tube to the permeable strata beneath. This type of soakaway is commonly used when the surface soil is impermeable or non-porous and a traditional soakaway system would not drain the water away completely.
Benefits of Soakaway Boreholes
Soakaway Borehole List
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Successfully Drain Surface Water in Poor Geological Conditions
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More Cost-Effective Than Traditional Drainage Systems
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Keeps the Surface Soil Moist
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Encourages Plant Growth
Soakaway Installation
The installation process for a rainwater soakaway borehole is very similar to that of a water borehole. Initially, the geological properties of your site will need to be assessed, and a soil percolation test will be conducted, to ensure your soil is suitable for water drainage.
We will insert suitable liners and gravel into the hole, facilitating percolation into the surrounding soil, and the overall system will be secured in place with grout. Once the installation process is complete, a second percolation test will be conducted, and a siphon head will be fitted.