Drilling solutions and porosity testing for industrial, commercial, and domestic clients.
Soakaways
Soakaways provide an effective solution for managing rainwater and treated discharge from sewage systems by allowing water to safely infiltrate into the surrounding ground. For surface water, soakaways help prevent pooling and reduce the risk of flooding by dispersing runoff from roofs, driveways, and hardstanding areas. When used for treated effluent from a sewage treatment system, a correctly designed soakaway ensures the water is filtered naturally through the soil, supporting environmental protection and regulatory compliance. Each system is carefully designed based on ground conditions and porosity testing to ensure safe, efficient, and long-term performance.
Porosity Testing
When assessing drainage and determining whether ground conditions are suitable for a soakaway system, several important factors must be considered, with on-site porosity testing being one of the most essential.
The Weatherhead Group specialises in a full range of drainage and drilling solutions, working closely with clients to ensure thorough preparation and investigation are completed before any design or installation begins. Porosity testing is carried out using specialist equipment, including excavators to create trial pits where required, enabling accurate assessment of ground conditions and soil composition.
Our engineers oversee the process to evaluate ground permeability, water absorption rates, and overall ground makeup. This information is critical in determining the most appropriate drainage solution and is often required to support planning applications and Environment Agency (EA) permit submissions. Once all necessary data has been gathered, we provide a tailored plan to deliver a system designed for efficient, compliant, and long-term performance.
Your one-stop-shop for residential, industrial and commercial drainage solutions
The Weatherhead Group comprises three individual companies:
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A Weatherhead Drilling Services Ltd
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A Weatherhead Drainage Ltd
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A Weatherhead Ltd
Which complement each other to provide clients with a holistic service that can take care of all your drainage and water requirements.
Areas we cover:
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Buckinghamshire
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Hertfordshire
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Bedfordshire
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Oxfordshire
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Berkshire
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London
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Other areas available on request