Cleaning and Repairs
How to Stop a Driveway Flooding
Standing water damages surfaces and can reach your house. The fix is usually a mix of slope, drains and the right surface.
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Why water collects
Low spots, falls that run toward the house, blocked drains and non-permeable surfaces all cause pooling.
Get the falls right
The surface should slope gently away from the building, with enough fall for water to run off. Keep levels below the damp-proof course.
Channel drains and soakaways
A channel drain across the driveway collects the water and sends it to a soakaway, or to a drain where permitted. Soakaways need suitable ground.
Use a permeable surface
Permeable surfaces let water through and reduce run-off. See what is permeable paving?.
Keep it clear
Clear leaves and silt from drains. See driveway drainage.
Related paving services
Driveway Drainage
Channel drains, soakaways and correct falls that keep water off your drive and away from your house.
Permeable Paving
Driveways and paths built to let rainwater drain through, helping you meet front garden drainage rules.
Driveway Repairs
Potholes, cracks, sunken areas and broken edges repaired in tarmac, resin, concrete and block paving.
Driveway Installation
New driveways in resin, tarmac, block paving, gravel or concrete, built on a proper base with drainage planned in.
How to Stop a Driveway Flooding: FAQs
Can I drain into the road?
You usually cannot send water onto the highway or a neighbour’s property.
Is it a planning issue?
It can be. See the planning guide.
Can an existing driveway be fixed?
Often, by adding drainage or relaying parts to correct levels.
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