Category: Case Studies

Client Name: Mitchells & Butlers Project Location: The Navigation Inn, 4 Wharf Road, Enfield, EN3 4XX Duration of Project: 2 months Sector: Hospitality Service Provided: Excavation and installation of new drainage system Challenge: The Navigation Inn’s proximity to the River Lee makes it highly susceptible to flooding, particularly during periods of heavy rainfall. The surrounding area is low-lying, which contributes to the accumulation of surface water and overflow from the river. As a result, the Read More…

Client Name: Mitchells & Butlers Project Location: The Globe, 83 Moorgate, London EC2M 6SA Duration of Project: 1 day (Sunday) Sector: Hospitality Service Provided: Plumbing pipework replacement and drainage clearance   Challenge: The pipework serving the upstairs toilets was located within a ceiling void, making it completely inaccessible. Over time, the system had developed severe bellies and internal scale build-up, resulting in frequent blockages. These blockages caused leaks at the push-fit joints, leading to flooding Read More…

Location: 28 Bolton St, London, W1 8BP Project Dates: 1st July 2024 to 5th July 2024 Project Overview: This project entailed the installation of a new drainage system for a lower ground office building situated in central London. The three-story building has a total floor area of approximately 6,000 square meters. The lower ground floor, currently unused, was prepared for the new drainage installation. Challenges Faced Throughout the Project The primary challenge for the excavation Read More…

Client Overview: Global Life Sciences Solutions Operations UK Ltd. is a prominent company operating in the life sciences sector. They own a facility located at Amersham Place, Little Chalfont HP7 9NA, where they conduct various operations critical to their business. Background: The underslab drainage system at the Amersham Place facility required urgent attention due to various issues affecting its functionality. To address this, the client engaged our team of professionals to conduct a comprehensive CCTV Read More…

Project Overview: Lewisham Park Towers is undergoing a comprehensive regeneration project aimed at enhancing the infrastructure and living conditions within the site. The project encompasses three towers, involving the complete replacement of exterior cladding, internal refurbishments of kitchens and bathrooms, and the relocation of soil stacks. The scope of work also includes the installation of new soil stacks spanning the entire height of the towers and connecting each property to underground drainage. Project Phases: The Read More…

Sector: Construction Client: Coniston Ltd Project Location: Sheerness Dockyard Church Duration of project: 1 month London Drainage Facilities were approached by Coniston Ltd, who are contractors on the largescale Sheerness Dockyard Church renovation at Sheppey, Kent. Challenge The original Sheerness Dockyard Church was badly damaged by fire back in 2001. The building stands at the entrance to the former Royal Dockyard on the Isle of Sheppey in Kent. To support young people and new businesses Read More…

Sector: Facilities Management Client: House of Commons Project Location: House of Commons, Palace of Westminster Duration of project: 1 week London Drainage Facilities responded to a flash flooding emergency at the House of Commons, following a prolonged stretch of downpours and storms. We provided tanker and wet vacs services to clear the flood and restore this high-profile building back to normal. Challenge In the final weekend of July 2021, the UK was hit with extreme weather which Read More…

Sector: Facilities Management Client: KRH Contracts Ltd Project Location: Newham General Hospital, Glen Road, London, E13 8RU Duration of project: 1 night When extreme weather hits the UK, this can be damaging and chaotic for public services. London Drainage Facilities were contacted after Newham General Hospital in East London was forced to close its busy A&E department due to flash flooding in July 2021. A major incident was declared, and patients were asked to attend a neighbouring hospital Read More…

Sector: Commercial Client: BAM Nuttall Ltd Project Location: Heathrow Airport Tunnels Duration of project: 1 month London Drainage Facilities were delighted to win the tender for a ground-breaking project at Heathrow Airport. Our client, BAM Nuttall Ltd, had been working there since 2014, upgrading the main tunnel into the Heathrow central terminal area. The client renovated operational safety systems including ventilation, lighting and fire suppression alongside more structural engineering work including road resurfacing. Challenge London Read More…

Sector: Public (Council owned day care)Client: Storm GroupProject Location: Lion and Hogarth Centre, BrentwoodDuration of project: 3 weeksLondon Drainage Facilities were approached by Storm Group to offer vital support for their project at the Lion and Hogarth Centre in Brentwood.ChallengeThe Lion and Hogarth Centre is a council-owned day centre for older people, providing care and a friendly, sociable environment to enjoy during retirement years. Unfortunately, the centre has experienced ongoing flooding and drainage issues over Read More…