Looking for Trusted Drainage or Soakaway Services?

With over 40 years of experience, DT Groundworks are expert drainage and soakaway contractors, delivering tailored solutions across Yorkshire and beyond. From professional installations to system repairs, we ensure efficient water management for homes and businesses. Request a free quote today and let us handle your drainage needs with speed and precision.

At DT Groundworks, we carry out professional Septic Tank Surveys across Yorkshire and beyond. With over 40 years’ experience, our licensed team ensures full compliance with all UK regulations.

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Complete Drainage and soakaway services

Reliable services for efficient water management, including installation, repairs, and maintenance of drainage systems and soakaways. Protect your property with tailored solutions you can trust.

Drainage Services

We provide professional drainage installations tailored to homes, gardens, commercial properties, and agricultural land. Our efficient drainage solutions are designed to prevent water pooling and protect your property from damage. With a fully licensed team and strict compliance with UK regulations, you can trust us to deliver reliable and effective results.

Soakaway Installations & Repairs

We specialise in the expert installation of soakaway systems to provide efficient water drainage and management. Our team also offers repairs for blocked soakaways or failing systems, ensuring they are fully restored to functionality. Whether for rural or urban properties, our tailored solutions are designed for long-term reliability and performance.

Water Management Solutions

We provide comprehensive drainage field installations tailored for large-scale projects or properties, ensuring effective water management. Our regular maintenance services keep your drainage systems in excellent condition, preventing issues before they arise. With expert advice, we help optimise water management while ensuring full compliance with General Binding Rules for long-term reliability.

Groundworks & Excavation Services

We provide professional groundwork and excavation services to support drainage, soakaway, and sewage system installations. Our team ensures precision and efficiency in preparing foundations and managing site-specific challenges. With 40+ years of expertise, we deliver tailored solutions for domestic and commercial projects, always prioritising quality and compliance.

Testimonials

Richard Burgess

We had a new tank installed by DT Groundworks and the service, product and price were superb. Great communication from the office as well.

Janet Hunter

Extremely happy with the company. Friendly professional team, they installed our new septic tank with minimum disruption and always replied to our telephone and email queries the same day. Would definitely recommend them.

Nicky Titley

We instructed Dan to carry out a survey of a septic tank for a house we were buying. He saved us thousands picking up on an issue with the system another surveyor had missed. Very knowledgeable and professional. He has since carried out Groundworks on a self build we ended up buying. Excellent work, brilliant lads. Will use them again.

Gordon Green

Dan's team, Tim and Steve have just completed the installation of our Sewage Treatment Plant. All went extremely well and the job was completed within three days, a remarkable achievement. All was left clean and tidy on completion and we would have no hesitation of recommending them to any prospective clients who are intending to do similar work.

Della Wilson

Booked a survey with DT groundwork’s, very friendly and approachable, survey was for a septic tank on a house I am purchasing, Dan carried out the survey within 2 days and I had the report within 2 days, all in all great service and will definitely use them again for future work. Highly recommended.

Sarah Simpson


Can highly recommend DT Groundworks. We needed a survey and report on a septic tank. We had a scheduled visit within 2 days and the detailed report followed within a further 2 working days. Highly professional, approachable and efficient service. Would certainly use again and will be my first point of contact for any future work we require. Regards Sarah.

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers To Common Questions

What does a septic tank survey involve?

We inspect the tank, soakaway, and pipework for damage, safety issues, or signs of failure. We also check compliance with General Binding Rules and provide a full report with recommendations.

Do you offer fast turnaround on surveys?

Yes — we aim to complete most septic tank surveys within 48 hours (Monday–Friday), perfect for last-minute sales or urgent checks. Let us know your timeline and we’ll do our best to prioritise.

Is a septic tank survey needed when buying a house?

Absolutely. Standard home surveys don’t cover off-mains drainage systems. Our septic tank surveys help identify costly issues and ensure the system is compliant before purchase.

What happens if my tank doesn’t meet regulations?

If we find that your system isn’t compliant, we’ll provide expert guidance on next steps. This could include repairs, upgrades, or installing a treatment plant to ensure it meets legal standards.

What areas do you serve?

We provide septic tank services across Yorkshire and surrounding areas. Our team is experienced in handling projects in a variety of terrains, from residential properties to commercial sites in rural locations.

Can you collaborate with other contractors on large-scale projects?

Yes, we regularly work alongside other contractors and teams to deliver seamless results on multi-phase or large-scale projects.