Local Drainage Knowledge - Why It Matters in Shorne
Drainage problems in Shorne are shaped by the local geology and housing stock. Kent's geology varies significantly across the county - from the clay-dominated Low Weald to chalk on the North Downs and alluvial deposits along the Medway and its tributaries. Much of the ground in and around Shorne is clay-influenced subsoil, which expands in wet weather and shrinks in dry. Combined with Shorne's established tree cover, and you have the conditions for persistent drainage problems.
Tom and the Smarter Drainage engineers know Shorne and Kent drainage well. We also carry out groundworks alongside our drainage work - including patios, concrete bases, excavations, and fencing - so when a drainage repair does require excavation, we handle the reinstatement of the surface ourselves. Using one contractor for drainage and groundworks saves Shorne homeowners the time and cost of coordinating separate trades.