Storm Water Soakaway Crates & Supplies
Soakaway crates for areas prone to flooding. They can be used for attenuation or soakaway purposes. Large number of crates are kept in stock, ready for quick delivery. You can order online or call and speak to our helpful staff.
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Land Drainage Explained
Land drainage is needed when soil becomes so saturated with water that it becomes unproductive and boggy. This article gives an overview of land drainage.
Rainwater Harvesters Explained
Every time it rains, the building guttering system sends the water into soakaways and the sewage system.
Slot Drain Explained
Slot drain is similar to channel drainage but features a more discrete surface grating. In this article, we look at the Swarm Aqua slot drainage.
Soakaway Crates Explained
Soakaway crates have an integral part to play in the prevention of surface water flooding in built-up areas.
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Soakaway Systems: A Guide
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A guide to perforated drain pipes
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