Our Drainage Services
Fully accredited, qualified professionals who get the job done safely.
UV Lining
Using the Speedy Light LED Curing System we can cure 100mm - 300mm Pipes at 0.5 - 1.0m per minute. We can reline manhole to manhole or using the Sluice we can invert liners from one access point.
Localised Structural Repair (LSR) Liners "Patch"
These are liners that can be installed to repair a single defect at any point in a length of sewer. They are WRC approved and can be made to fit any pipe size. Defects on a bend (up to 90 Degrees) can also be repaired with a radial Localised Structural Repair.
CCTV Drain Surveys
WRC Approved drain surveys for any pipe size using the latest Technology. Reports can be completed and uploaded to an online link within 24 hours from completion of the on site work. Footage can also be sent to the client direct from site.
24 Hour Call-Out Service
We are able to attend to any blockages, anytime, anywhere. Each van is equipped with a jetting unit, mechanical drain cleaning equipment and a drain camera for inspection of the sewer on completion.
Drain Jetting
Any size sewer can be cleaned using High Pressure Water Jetting. In most cases, the sewers are cleaned prior to the completion of a drain survey.
Drain Tracing
The route, location and depth of a sewer can be identified with up-to-date Scan and sonde technology.
Tanker Services
Grease Traps, Road Gullies & Septic Tanks Pump chambers can be emptied with vacuum tankers.
Drain Repairs
For drains and sewers that are beyond relining we can excavate and reinstate any drainage type. Excavator Operatives are CITB qualified.
About us
SK Drainage Solutions Ltd (or SKiDS as the staff call it) was formed in May 2018 by Kevin Hughes and Lucy Wilson. Kevin was a supervisor at the Cumbria office of a national drainage franchise. Lucy was responsible for the administration.
The franchise was terminated in October 2018 and SKDS went live on the 1st November 2018 offering a more personal and professional service in Drain Care and Repair.
The staff at SKDS have over 20 years of drainage experience ranging from emergency call outs to restore flow to blocked facilities to the installation of the most recent UV drain liners via the Sewertronics Speedylight system. In addition, they can excavate, install “patch” liners, clean gutters, survey and trace all types of drainage with up-to-date I-Touch WRC approved equipment. They can also supply and install sewage treatment plants, soakaways and septic tanks.
SKDS became accredited with ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 in November 2018. We're a member of Safe Contractor scheme and Checkatrade verified.
SKDS have people trained and certified in:- High Pressure Water Jetting
- Confined Space Entries
- CITB excavator operators
- IPAF operators
- CRB checked
Our accreditations
Working to international and industry standards, we ensure consistancy and professionalism throughout the services we provide. We also ensure that we understand and carryout all of our health and safety responsibilities.
ISO 9001:2015
This international standard specifies requirements for a quality management system (QMS). We use the standard to demonstrate the ability to consistently provide products and services that meet customer and regulatory requirements.
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An international standard specifying requirements for an effective environmental management system (EMS). It provides a framework that an we can follow, rather than establishing environmental performance requirements.
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An International Standard that specifies requirements for an occupational health and safety (OH&S) management system, with guidance for its use, to enable an us to proactively improve its OH&S performance in preventing injury and ill-health.
Read moreAlcumus SafeContractor
The SafeContractor scheme is a SSIP-approved health and safety assessment scheme for contractors who want to demonstrate that they're taking responsibility for their legal health and safety requirements.
Read moreTestimonials
Sally's Cottages - Holiday letting agency in Keswick, Cumbria, 017687 80571, sallyscottages.co.uk
"We have used SK Drainage Solutions at a couple of our holiday cottages across the Lake District and Cumbria and have found them to be reliable and the work to be well done. Thank you!"
Toman Paving Ltd - Specialist Ground Works, Civils & Paving Services In Cumbria
"Toman Paving Ltd happily use SK Drainage Solutions due to their reliable CCTV operations in monitoring drains. The professionalism and flexibility of SK Drainage Solutions makes such work efficient and effective, therefore we cannot fault the service which SK Drainage supplies."
Richard Ashcroft - Workington Town Centre Manager
"SK drainage are a reliable local company that we are proud to be associated with. They provide an excellent service - delivered on time and to the agreed price. We would have no hesitation in recommending them."
Fiona O'Neil - Home Owner in Keswick
"SKDrainage were incredibly responsive when I had a problem with my drain earlier this year. They came within 24 hours and were extremely professional. They did a very thorough job of investigating, diagnosing and then fixing the problem with minimal fuss and mess. Thank you!"
Julie Adair - Engineering Supervisor at First Milk Cheese Company
"First Milk is a fast paced live factory which is something SK Drainage understands 100%. They provide us with a speedy turn around and are always there to help and support us with whatever issue we have."
Steve Green - Engineering Manager at Greggs
"Greggs north lakes have been using this company since they began, a quick efficient service no matter what time of day is always offered, friendly trained staff always looking for solutions, no hesitation in recommending this company to anyone."