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What is a Soakwell?

Polypropylene & Concrete Soakwells

An effective soakwell is large enough and positioned in such a way that rainwater can run off into the system, preventing water from escaping the property boundary or settling under or near buildings.

Soakwells are generally large porous vessels buried in the ground which capture a significant volume of water, enabling the water to subsequently settle into the ground and eventually joining up with the underground water table.

The vessels can be constructed from PVC, concrete, brick, or more recently a Polypropylene framed structure covered with a soil resistant fabric.

The type of soakwell used will be dependent on where the soakwell will be located and the type of traffic which is likely to pass over it or the type of structure which will be constructed adjacent to it.

DIY Options Available!

For all of our DYI products please contact Freek on 0403803008.

Drainwell Polypropylene Soakwells

The best polypropylene soakwell on the market is the Drainwell DW1592 soakwell, which is manufactured here in WA from 100% recycled and UV-stabilised polypropylene. These soakwells are council approved and meet Australian standards.

Strong: Trafficable up to 3o t/m² and can be safely installed under driveways and carparks. Unlike plastic PVC soakwells, these tanks will not collapse!

Efficient: 65% surface drainage area and therefore drain 50% faster than their concrete counterparts. They are by far more efficient and economical than concrete soakwells.

Durable: Resistant to decomposition by bacteria and fungi and a wide range of soil-borne chemicals, meaning they will last forever.

Versatile: These soakwells are perfect for small or enclosed areas as they lightweight and easily assembled on-site without the need for large plant machinery. They are also perfect for large open spaces as they can be assembled together to form soakwells of infinite size and cater for all volume requirements.

WARNING: Some companies are inflating the volume of the polypropylene soakwells by specifying the ‘flow capacity’ or ‘flow volume’, not the actual ‘storage volume’ of the soakwells. The flow capacity takes into account the rate of drainage of the polypropylene soakwells (50% faster than concrete soakwells) and is an arbitrary figure at least 1.5 x the actual storage volume of the soakwell. Always ask for the number of individual modules of polypropylene soakwell

Specifications

DW1592 Soakwell

Weight (kg)

Maximum load (Tons/m2)

Dimensions (mm)

Volume

Internal area

Polymer type

Service temp

4 Panels

7.35

29.76

755 (l) x 400 (w) x 440 (h)

0.132 m3 or 132L

<95%

Polypropylene UV stabilised

-20°C to 120°C

3 Panels

6.65

23.66

755 (l) x 400 (w) x 440 (h)

0.132 m3 or 132L

<95%

Polypropylene UV stabilised

-20°C to 120°C

DIY Soakwells Options

The heavy-duty Drainwell soakwells drain 50% faster than concrete soakwells and are trafficable up to 30 tonnes when installing correctly. They also have the added benefit of being easily assembled on-site so you do not large plant machinery for the installation. This makes them much more affordable and also gives you the option of installing them yourself if you need to cut costs!

Simply Soakwells will provide you with the best tanks on the market, hand-delivered to your residence to get you started. We will also give you advice on the installation and a demonstration on how to assemble the tanks. This will give you the added confidence you need to complete a professional installation that will last a lifetime. Don’t waste time with plastic PVC soakwells that will collapse in a year…. Contact us now and do it right.

Prices include the geotextile fabric wrap required to prevent leaching. Contact us now for advice on the volume you will require for your catchment area.

Concrete Soakwells Options

Simply Soakwells uses only the highest quality precast concrete soakwells. All soakwells are of 35+ MPA rated concrete and feature polycarbonate fibers in smaller tanks (6-900ID) and reinforced rings in larger tanks (1200ID) to reduce crazing (fractures). We are proud to be working with Trevor Browne of TFB Earthmoving, to install concrete soakwells, concrete sumps, and septic systems up to the 1800ID range.

While concrete soakwells are strong and tested by time, they are not the most efficient soakwells. Polypropylene soakwells have 65% surface drainage area and therefore drain 50% faster than their concrete counterpart. In addition, polypropylene soakwells are strong and durable and are suited to small enclosed spaces as well as large, open, high traffic areas. Check out our page on polypropylene soakwells to find out more about the latest in technology in stormwater retention systems.

Soakwell Repair

Are your soakwells overflowing during heavy downpours?

Is your garden subject to flash flooding and soil erosion?

Contact Us for a free stormwater appraisal and quote to repair or replace your soakwells.

Why choose Simply Soakwells Perth?

Every soakwell is personally installed by the owner/operator of Simply Soakwells, who prides himself on his personal service and quality workmanship.
We only use quality soakwells, connections, and fittings. These include industrial concrete, heavy-duty polypropylene soakwells wrapped in geo-textile material, stormwater class U-PVC pipe and connections and open grated drain tops to prevent water backing up into ceilings.

Local family run business
Highly experienced and reliable
Insured with a guaranteed workmanship
Friendly Advice and FREE Quotes

Preferred stormwater installer for outdoor world Wangara

‘We are proud to recommend Simply Soakwells as our stormwater contractor for all our soakwell needs. Over several years, Simply Soakwells has always provided a professional and consistent service.

Their quality of work, compliance with safety standards on-site, and reliability both meets and exceeds our expectations.’

Jeff Hobbs – General Manager Outdoor World Wangara

Proud Stormwater contractor for Plumbtechnics

‘We have been using Simply Soakwells to install the majority of our Stormwater for approximately 8 months now. In the time that we have used Simply Soakwells, we have found that the quality of work, including stormwater maintenance, has been outstanding.
Simply Soakwells are exceptional to deal with and I would have no hesitation in recommending Morne and the rest of the crew to anyone that needs any stormwater installed or rectified.’

Chris Tucker – Site Operations Manager – Plumbtechnics