Our engineers routinely carry out permeability and soakaway testing in accordance with current guidance (such as BRE 365, BS5930:2016+A1:2020, CIRIA C753 – The SUDS Manual (2015) and Building Regulations Part H). The data is then incorporated into the overall drainage strategy and design by the drainage engineer.

The use of Sustainable Drainage Systems (SUDS) for surface water drainage is a critical part which all developers need to understand and mitigate.

We can assess the potential for SUDS to be suitable at the Phase I Desk Study stage or can undertake permeability/soakaway testing at the Phase II Site Investigation stage.

Examples of recent GRM news stories related to permeability, ground water and soakaway testing can be found via the following links:

• Soakaway Under the Summer Sun
• The Trouble with Trees
• Design of Sustainable Drainage Systems for Developers
• Geo-Hazard Identification Saves Time and Cost for Land Developers

To discuss any requirements you might have for permeability or soakaway testing, or any other service, please complete the contact form below or call us directly on 01283 551249.