Groundworks
Woking
From Horsell Common to the Basingstoke Canal. We deliver heavy civil engineering, piling, and basement construction to Woking's urban and residential sectors.
Engineered for Woking
Woking's rapid urban regeneration requires a contractor who understands high-density sites and complex sandy geology. We own the machinery to deliver.
Bagshot Sand & Urban Clay
Woking sits predominantly on the Bagshot Formation (Sand) and London Clay. The sandy soil near Horsell and Pyrford is free-draining but prone to trench collapse if not properly shored.
In the clay areas (Goldsworth Park), we encounter volume change potential. Standard strip footings often fail here. We specialize in heave-protected piling to ensure long-term stability.
Trench boxing and CFA piling to stabilize granular, shifting soils.
Anti-heave protection (Clayboard) installed beneath reinforced concrete slabs.
Canal & Water Table
Development near the Basingstoke Canal and the River Wey navigation requires careful water table management. High water tables in Woking can lead to hydrostatic pressure on basements.
We install Type B (Structural) and Type C (Cavity Drain) waterproofing systems. We also handle the complex drainage connections often required by Woking Borough Council to separate surface water from the foul sewer.
- Dewatering: Managing groundwater during excavation in sandy soils.
- Pump Stations: For basements situated below the main sewer line.
- Flow Control: Hydro-brakes to manage discharge into the public network.
Woking Planning Resources
Urban Core Plan
Understanding the high-density development zones in Woking Town Center.
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