Accurate infiltration assessment for sustainable drainage solutions

At Brownfield Solutions, we provide professional soakaway infiltration testing to determine infiltration rates in soils and rock. Our testing services support the design and implementation of sustainable drainage systems (SuDS) and inform key environmental and geotechnical decisions.

Our soakaway infiltration testing services include

Soakaway tests in trial pits

  • Measurement of soil permeability to support SuDS design and surface water management.
  • Evaluation of infiltration potential to develop site-specific drainage solutions.

Variable head tests in boreholes

  • In-depth analysis of infiltration rates at greater depths.
  • Data collection for contaminant transport modelling and geotechnical design.
Ground Investigation

Who needs our soakaway infiltration services?

  • Construction and civil engineering – used for foundation design, groundworks, and site drainage planning.
  • Infrastructure and transport – essential for road, rail, and airport projects to assess drainage and prevent water accumulation.
  • Environmental consultancy and flood risk assessment – supports flood risk management and regulatory compliance.
  • Water and utilities sector – helps manage drainage for pipelines, treatment plants, and reservoirs.
  • Housing and commercial property development – required for planning applications to assess SuDS feasibility.
  • Energy and renewables – used for wind farms, solar parks, and battery storage facilities to manage stormwater runoff.
  • Agriculture and land management – assesses soil infiltration for farm drainage and prevents waterlogging.
  • Local authorities and planning departments – ensures compliance with drainage regulations for new developments and public spaces.
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