Percolation Testing

Effective draining and soakaway starts with percolation testing

At Soil Investigation Eastern Ltd in Essex, our services include percolation testing for soil and grounds. We can help to assess the rate at which water drains (or percolates) through soil and give you the expert information you need for creating an effective soakaway drainage system. Get in touch with our team in Ford End, Great Waltham to find out more.

Why is percolation testing important?

Percolation testing may be required to enable the design of your drainage system and satisfy planning conditions on the suitability of your site for a soakaway system. Find out more about the percolation testing services we offer below or get in touch with the team at Soil Investigation Eastern Ltd. We are happy to answer any queries about how testing works, and the applications you may need test results for.

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3 options available for percolation testing in Essex, London and the Home Counties

BRE 365 Percolation Testing.
Falling Head Tests.
Small Scale Percolation Testing.

A granular soil will absorb more water than, say, a soil with a high concentration of clay. The depth of the water table will also have a bearing on the level of percolation, and the best way to ascertain this is through testing of the soil's capabilities. Each job is carried out based on your requirements, the site location, and any constraints applicable. Once the site works are completed, a report will be prepared which will demonstrate the suitability of a soakaway on your site. Please contact us to discuss the options for percolation testing, and we will be happy to run through this with you. Alternatively, you can check out our other services which include trial pits, bore holes, contamination testing, and geotechnical reports.