Drainage
Consultancy
Expert Drainage Consultancy, Planning & Design
Building on a Solid Foundation
Whether you are developing a new site or upgrading a failing system, getting the drainage strategy right from day one is critical. BGS Environmental provides expert advice, design, planning, and compliance solutions for managing both foul water and modern stormwater systems.
Backed by the hands-on engineering expertise of Below Ground Solutions, our consultancy team assesses the unique topography, ground conditions, and legal requirements of each project, offering customised drainage designs that meet all current UK regulations.
BGS Environmental
Our Core Consultancy Services
Now a strict legal requirement for most new developments, we design compliant, effective SuDS strategies to manage surface water runoff, prevent flooding, and satisfy local planning authorities.
Ground conditions dictate your drainage options. We conduct precise percolation testing to design highly efficient, compliant drainage fields and soakaways that will stand the test of time.
Older septic systems discharging to surface water are now illegal. We consult on, design, and plan upgrading strategies to bring your off-mains drainage back in line with current legislation.
Guaranteed Compliance Across the UK
Meets Regulatory Expertise
Drainage legislation isn’t just a guideline; it’s the law. We ensure your project meets all necessary industry standards, including the General Binding Rules, BS 6297, BRE 365, and Building Regulations Part H (DOC H).
Because environmental laws vary across borders, we operate UK-wide. We take the headache out of compliance by liaising directly with all regional environmental bodies on your behalf:
- England: Environment Agency (EA)
- Wales: Natural Resources Wales (NRW)
- Scotland: Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA)
- Northern Ireland: Northern Ireland Environment Agency (NIEA)
Regulatory Compliance Rate
SuDS & Drainage Strategies Designed
Combined Years Engineering Expertise
Do you need foul or stormwater planning and design assistance?
From initial site assessments and soakaway testing right through to fully compliant drainage strategies for building control sign-off, we remove the friction from your site infrastructure. Let’s get your project moving forward without costly environmental delays.
Trusted by
Partners and Customers
Our industry reputation rests on long-standing, professional relationships. We are the go-to technical partner for local authorities, health bodies, and environmental regulators who rely on our expertise to guarantee full site compliance. That trust runs through our entire supply chain – with leading tank manufacturers and industry specialists routinely recommending our services because they know we deliver without fail.
For our clients, trust is built on clear communication, absolute reliability, and proven results. We proudly support a diverse client base – from large-scale commercial developers and industrial operators to private landowners. Whatever the scale of the project, our principle remains unchanged: plain-speaking advice and cost-effective engineering solutions that protect both your investment and the surrounding environment.
Knowledgeable on GBR & Building Regs ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“Highly recommended company for dealing with drainage concerns! Needed compliance advice/survey report for a septic tank as part of a house sale. Dan was very responsive and knowledgeable on GBR / building regs, meaning even with complex issues we got clear guidance.”
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Unit 5, Drakes Business Centre
Drakes Farm
Taunton, TA3 5AD
Phone: 07804 523145