Groundworks in Mickleham
We are your neighbors down the A24. Delivering structural foundations, slope retention, and drainage solutions for the Chalk & Mole Valley conditions.
Engineered for Mickleham
Building in Mickleham requires respect for the topography. Whether you are on the steep inclines of Box Hill or the valley floor near the church, we have the specific expertise for Chalk and Slope stability.
Chalk & Slope Stability
Mickleham sits directly on the North Downs Chalk formation. This area is geologically famous for "Swallow Holes"—natural voids where the River Mole disappears underground during dry spells.
For construction, this means standard trench footings are often insufficient. We conduct thorough ground investigations to check for solution features (chalk dissolution) before determining the piling depth required to bridge any potential instability.
We use reinforced rafts and deep piling to span potential soft spots in the chalk, ensuring your extension or new build doesn't suffer from ground dissolution.
For properties on the slopes of Box Hill or Norbury Park, we design and build contiguous piled retaining walls to manage earth retention safely.
River Mole Flood Defense
The "Mickleham Bend" of the River Mole is susceptible to rapid level changes. Properties near the Old London Road and Westhumble Station require robust drainage strategies to handle runoff from the hills and potential river surge.
Deep Bore Soakaways
Utilizing the underlying chalk for drainage. We drill deep bore soakaways that penetrate the upper clay/silt layers to release stormwater directly into the porous chalk.
Flood Resilience
Installation of non-return valves and sealed drainage systems for low-lying properties to prevent backflow during high river levels.
Sewage Treatment
Installation and servicing of Klargester and treatment plants for rural properties in Mickleham unconnected to the main sewer network.
Planning Resources
Mole Valley Planning
Review conservation area guidelines for Mickleham village and Westhumble.
Visit Portal →Flood Risk Map
View the official Gov.uk flood risk zones for the River Mole valley.
Check Postcode →Thames Water
Developer services for build-over agreements and sewer connections.
Developer Services →