NADC Members & Accredited Engineers
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What We Install
Soakaways in Bournemouth are one of the most effective ways to manage surface water around a property, particularly where standing water or flooding has become a recurring problem. Our engineers install and replace soakaways using modern drainage crates that disperse water efficiently into the surrounding soil, reducing pressure on the main drainage system and preventing pooling in gardens, driveways, and patios.
Every soakaway installation begins with an assessment of your property’s drainage needs and soil conditions, since the right size and position make a significant difference to performance. We also install pump stations alongside soakaways where gravity drainage alone isn’t sufficient, pumping water away once a chamber fills. With 20 years of experience managing surface water drainage across Bournemouth, our team gets the sizing and placement right the first time, avoiding the common mistake of an undersized system that fails within a few years.
Why Choose Us
A poorly installed soakaway is a common source of ongoing garden flooding, so getting the specification right matters. Our engineers bring 20 years of drainage experience to every soakaway in Bournemouth, assessing soil type and water table before recommending a system sized correctly for your property.
We use POLYPIPE and OSMA materials for new installations, ensuring the work is built to last rather than cutting corners on component quality. Fixed labour and machinery rates are confirmed before we attend, with a free quote provided for any additional work identified. Homeowners across Bournemouth choose us because we explain exactly what’s needed and why, rather than upselling a bigger system than necessary. Our NADC accreditation reflects the standard we hold every soakaway installation to, and it’s why so many local customers come back to us again for the rest of their drainage needs.
Our Reviews
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5.0
Southern Drainage resolved our drainage issue quickly and charged exactly what was quoted. The engineers were friendly and respectful of our property. If you want the job done right the first time, look no further.
Matthew Torres
5.0
We had a major drain blockage backing up into the house on a weekend, and Southern Drainage and Water Limited responded incredibly fast. The engineer arrived quickly, diagnosed the problem immediately, and had everything cleared and cleaned up in no time. Highly recommend their emergency service!
Eugene Morrison
5.0
Professional, friendly and knowledgeable! We are extremely happy with the service and work we received for our recent blocked drain and replacement of the cracked gulley. Whilst there were some difficulties scheduling work due to the weather, I was impressed with the level of comms from Ryan regarding changes in plans.
Sam Austin
5.0
We Highly Recommend Ryan and his Team. Very Friendly, Professional and Prompt Service. Ryan answered our call straight away, was very helpful with advise re drain issues, made an appointment to come out quickly, he and his team fixed the problem the same day. Great guys, totally honest trustworthy and reliable. Wouldn't use anyone else now! Thank you very much for all of your help. Mr and Mrs Garrett
Deb White
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Had a super service from Ryan and the team the were professional and quickly sorted out the blockage causing the issue. If you want a great service I’d recommend southern water and drainage to help. Thanks again!
Rachael Smith
5.0
I have had a long-standing issue with a major drain blockage, Ryan came along and what an incredible guy, very friendly, polite, professional and helpful and got the job done very quickly and now we're all clear and shouldn't have anymore issues thanks to you Ryan, so we appreciate your work so much and thankyou again for getting us sorted. All the best and Merry Christmas
Kelly Wilks
Why The South Of England Chooses Us
Never charged in over 13,000 customer visits. You only pay for the work carried out.
Every completed repair comes with a 15-year guarantee certificate, backed by our workmanship standards.
Available around the clock, with engineers aiming to reach you within 2 hours of your call.
Labour rates and any machinery costs confirmed by phone before we attend your property.
Fully trained and accredited by the National Association of Drainage Contractors, meeting recognised industry standards.
Wincan CCTV cameras diagnose the exact problem and structural resin liners fix it permanently. No digging, no disruption to your property.
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Get in touch
Whether you need an emergency callout or want to book a CCTV drain survey, the team is here to help. We provide drainage in the South of England 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, so get in touch however suits you best.
Common Questions
If you’re experiencing recurring standing water, garden flooding, or a driveway that doesn’t drain, a soakaway is often the right solution. We can assess this on-site.
Most residential soakaway installations are completed within one to two days, depending on the size of the system and ground conditions.
A soakaway disperses water into the surrounding soil using gravity. A pump station actively pumps water away, used where gravity drainage alone isn’t sufficient.
Yes, usually due to incorrect sizing or poor soil assessment during installation. We size every system based on your property’s specific drainage needs.
Soakaways generally require minimal maintenance, though periodic checks help catch any reduction in performance before it becomes a bigger issue.
