About

BGS Environmental

From the Ground Up:

A Legacy of Practical Expertise

Below Ground Solutions Ltd has over 20 years of installation experience within the drainage and water industry. With this extensive experience, we have developed a deep understanding and comprehensive knowledge of environmental issues and planning through the projects we have been involved with.

Throughout our decades-long history of installation and planning, we have gained significant expertise in the planning and environmental permit sector. BGS Environmental was established due to our fast and effective working relationships with environmental and planning agencies, enabling us to offer our clients a quick and efficient turnaround for their drainage and water, planning and environmental issues. Our expertise lies in providing cost-effective solutions to address foul and stormwater drainage planning challenges, including foul and stormwater management design, pollution control, general binding rules and non-compliance management, environmental permit procurement, and flood risk activity permits within the construction and residential sectors.

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meet the team

lee

Lee has been working in the drainage industry for 20yrs developing his knowledge in roles such as surveyor, regional management of a nation wide company and becoming Operations Director of Below Ground Solutions Ltd, one of the largest off mains drainage companies in the South-west.  He co-founded BGS Environmental Ltd alongside his long-term colleague, Dan.

Throughout his career, Lee has built a strong network of contacts within the environmental sector, gaining a comprehensive understanding of the regulatory and environmental requirements with is essential for the construction sector. With extensive experience managing off-mains drainage projects across the South West of England and Wales, Lee is able to manage environmental pre-planning, design, and project implementation.

Lee’s deep knowledge of environmental permits and flood risk assessments ensures that his clients secure the necessary approvals efficiently—saving both time and money by avoiding costly delays.

Dan
Dan has over 24 years of experience in the drainage and water industry, during which he has developed extensive knowledge and a strong network of contacts. His career includes roles in regional management and directorship roles for national and semi national companies before his position as CEO and director of Below Ground Solutions Ltd, one of the largest off-mains drainage companies in the South West. As his career progressed, pre-planning and design became a central focus of his work.

Recognising the growing demand for drainage and environmental planning, Dan co-founded BGS Environmental Ltd, utilising his vast network and industry experience.

Dan plays a key role in supporting his clients, offering expert advice and pre-project designs. He is actively involved on-site, serving as a key point of contact for both clients and his team. With in-depth knowledge of SuDS (Sustainable Drainage Systems) design and pre-application processes of storm and waste water management , Dan is committed to helping clients meet their planning and environmental goals in a cost-effective and timely manner.

Where Field Knowledge

Meets Regulatory Expertise​

Our consultancy isn’t born from theory; it’s forged from two decades of in-the-field installation experience within the drainage and water industry. This practical, hands-on background gives us an unparalleled understanding of the real-world challenges your project faces.

We combine this deep operational knowledge with comprehensive expertise in the planning and environmental permit sector, ensuring the solutions we design are not only compliant on paper but are also practical and cost-effective to implement on site.

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Transforming On-Site Experience

into Seamless Approvals

We established BGS Environmental because our history of successful installations created fast and effective working relationships with environmental and planning agencies. We speak their language and understand their requirements, which enables us to offer clients a quick and efficient turnaround. 

Our expertise lies in transforming your on-site challenges, from foul and stormwater management to non-compliance issues, into clear, compliant submissions that secure the necessary planning approvals and environmental permits without unnecessary delays.

Trusted by

Partners and Customers

Our reputation is built on the strong, professional relationships we have cultivated over many years. We are a trusted partner for regulatory bodies, including local councils, health authorities, and environmental agencies, who rely on our expertise to ensure projects are compliant. This industry trust extends to our supply chain, with tank suppliers and other professionals recommending our services because they know we deliver.

For our customers, trust is earned through clarity, reliability, and results. We are proud to serve a diverse client base, from large commercial developers and industrial clients to private homeowners. Whatever the scale of the project, our approach is the same: to provide honest advice and cost-effective solutions that protect both our clients’ investments and the environment.

Reliable and fast!

“Working with BGS Environmental was a game-changer. The team is incredibly efficient and made the complex permit approval process seem simple. They handled everything with speed and professionalism, getting us the green light faster than we ever thought possible. We couldn’t be happier.”

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Mike Hammond
Director of Service Development
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