Drain Excavation
& Pipe Replacement
When a drain has collapsed or is beyond repair, we excavate, replace the damaged section, and reinstate the surface. CCTV survey first, fixed quote, professional reinstatement.
Available 24/7 — No Call-Out Fee
Domestic blockage clearance £99 fixed (up to 2hrs on site) · Out-of-hours 1.5× rate from 5pm weekdays & all weekend
When Excavation Is the Right Solution
Most drainage problems can be solved without excavation — using high-pressure jetting, drain rodding, or no-dig drain relining. But when a pipe has collapsed, cracked severely, or shifted out of alignment, excavation is the only permanent fix.
We always start with a CCTV drain survey to identify the exact problem and location. If excavation is needed, we provide a fixed written quote before any digging begins — you'll know the full cost upfront.
Our team handles the full process: excavation, pipe replacement, backfill, compaction, and surface reinstatement.
Signs You May Need Drain Excavation
Collapsed drain
CCTV survey shows a pipe has collapsed or crushed — can't be relined.
Pipe misalignment
Pipes have shifted, causing repeated blockages and leaks.
Persistent flooding
Water pools above the drain line even after jetting and clearing.
Severe cracks
Cracked or fractured pipes that can't be patched or relined.
Severe root damage
Roots have broken through the pipe wall — structural repair needed.
Sewage leaking
Sewage is leaking into the ground — urgent excavation required.
Our Excavation Process
CCTV Drain Survey
We survey the drain to confirm the problem, location, and depth — and check if excavation is truly necessary.
Fixed Quote
You receive a fixed written quote covering excavation, pipe replacement, backfill, and surface reinstatement.
Excavation & Replacement
We excavate to the damaged section, remove the old pipe, and install a new pipe with the correct fall.
Reinstatement
We backfill, compact, and reinstate the surface — tarmac, block paving, concrete, or soil/turf.
Final Survey
We CCTV survey the new pipe to confirm flow and give you a clean bill of health.
Available 24/7 — No Call-Out Fee
Domestic blockage clearance £99 fixed (up to 2hrs on site) · Out-of-hours 1.5× rate from 5pm weekdays & all weekend
