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What is a Soakaway
DIY Guide for Rockery Construction
By Ben Parrot - Landscape Gardener & Amateur Geologist
Overview
The humble but often misunderstood soakaway is a simple but very effective drainage solution that is well within the grasp of a DIY landscaper looking to future-proof their extraordinary gardening feats from flooding and subsidence.
Fundamentally, it is an underground system designed to manage excess surface water, primarily rainwater, by dispersing it into the surrounding soil.
This beginners guide aims to enlighten homeowners and budding landscapers alike about the role soakaways can play in creating a cost-effective, gravel drainage system.
It covers the crucial elements about design and installation as a primer for planning your project.
Key Takeaways
Find out what these simple but ingenious systems are all about.
Learn about the main components of a typical, rainwater system.
Give consideration to the advantages of incorporating a silt filter into your design
Get the installation basics in a five-step summary.