🌧️ Soakaway Crates Installation – Smart, Sustainable Drainage by DSN+BD
At DSN+BD Construction, thoughtful building isn’t just about stunning interiors and precise finishes — it’s also about the systems beneath the surface that keep homes dry, durable, and environmentally sound. Our latest soakaway crates installation is a great example of this approach in action, combining performance engineering with eco-conscious design thinking.
💧 What Is a Soakaway System?
A soakaway is an underground drainage system that manages surface water runoff — typically from roofs or paved areas — and allows it to gradually percolate back into the ground. It’s a key element in any high-performing home, especially where sustainable drainage (SuDS) and compliance with Building Regulations Part H are required.
Rather than overwhelm mains drainage, soakaways reduce pressure on infrastructure and help prevent waterlogging and foundation issues.
♻️ Meet the System: Polystorm-R Modular Soakaway Crates
We’re putting serious sustainability into the ground with this one.
For this installation, we’ve used Polystorm-R Modular Cell Crates — a high-performance solution made from 90% recycled materials. These modular units are cleverly engineered to store and slowly disperse rainwater collected from the property’s roof.
Water is funneled through a system of drainage pipes from the gutters, and directed straight into the soakaway system.
Installation specs include:
📏 20 Polystorm-R units, each measuring 1m x 1m
💪 Compressive strength of 61 tonnes/m², suitable for residential loads
🧱 Stacked and locked to form a stable, high-capacity underground system
📐 Buried at a depth of 500mm to keep the system discreet and protected
🧵 Wrapped in Geotextile Highly Permeable Fabric — allowing water to filter out while keeping soil and debris from clogging the system
It’s smart, invisible engineering designed to work quietly in the background — and it’s built to last.
🛠️ Why It Matters in Design-Led Construction
We treat infrastructure with the same respect we give to design. Proper drainage is foundational — not just for regulatory compliance, but for long-term performance and peace of mind. Poor drainage can lead to:
Water pooling near foundations
Damp or internal moisture problems
Erosion or landscaping damage
Stress on public sewers
By integrating drainage strategy from the outset, we ensure homes that are not only beautiful and functional, but resilient and low-maintenance.
🌍 Building Smarter, Building Greener
This soakaway installation isn’t just technically sound — it’s a smart, eco-conscious solution. By using recycled materials, reducing pressure on mains infrastructure, and promoting groundwater recharge, we’re delivering value far beyond the surface.
At DSN+BD, we build homes that look good, work hard, and respect the environment — with every layer working together.
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Let’s talk about how to make your project sustainable from the ground up.
📩 Get in touch to learn more about how we integrate smart drainage, structural planning, and precision detailing into every build.