We’re proud to announce the official launch of our Civils Division, a major milestone in the continued growth of Basement Pumps Ltd and our commitment to delivering complete construction and infrastructure solutions.

This expansion represents an exciting new chapter for our business. By bringing civil engineering and groundworks services in-house, we can now support projects from the very beginning, managing everything from excavation and drainage installation to pumping systems and tanker support.

For our clients, this means a smoother process, stronger project control, and a single trusted contractor for multiple services.

One-Stop Solution for Civil Engineering, Drainage & Pumping

Our new Civils Division works alongside our established Pump, Drainage, and Tanker Divisions, bringing everything together under one roof.

By combining these specialist teams, Basement Pumps can now offer a fully integrated service across civil engineering, drainage infrastructure, pump systems, and wastewater management.

Rather than coordinating several contractors, clients can rely on one experienced team to deliver projects efficiently and professionally, from the earliest groundworks through to final system commissioning.

This approach helps to:

• Streamline project management
• Improve communication across teams
• Reduce delays and unexpected costs
• Deliver consistent quality throughout the build

Why Civil Engineering Matters

Civil engineering forms the foundation of every successful construction project. Proper groundworks, drainage installation, and structural preparation ensure that buildings and infrastructure remain safe, reliable, and long-lasting.

By establishing our dedicated Civils Division, Basement Pumps can now:

• Deliver fully integrated civil engineering and drainage solutions
• Maintain tighter control over quality, timelines, and safety
• Improve efficiency across every stage of a project
• Provide clients with a complete end-to-end service

This move strengthens our position as a trusted partner for construction, infrastructure, and drainage projects across London and the South East.

Our Civil Engineering Services

Our Civils Division provides a comprehensive range of commercial and domestic civil engineering services, including:

• Commercial civils works
• Domestic civils works
• Trench excavation
• Deep excavation and temporary works
• Concrete breaking and reinstatement
• Tarmac, concrete, and paving reinstatement
• Foul and surface water drainage installation
• Combined drainage systems
• Private drainage installation
• Pipe laying (clay, PVC, concrete, HDPE)
• Rising main installation
• Drainage diversions
• Manhole construction (brick, concrete, precast)
• Drop manholes and backdrops
• Interceptor and catch pit installation
• Sewage treatment plant installation
• Pump station installation
• Pump chamber and wet well construction
• Collapsed drain replacement
• Drain repairs and sectional replacements
• Root ingress removal
• Drain patching and remedial works
• Soakaway installation
• Attenuation tanks
• Flow control chambers and hydrobrakes
• Channel and linear drainage (including ACO drains)
• Sustainable drainage systems (SuDS)
• Kerb and gully installation
• Culverts and outfalls
• Land drainage solutions
• Drain testing (air, water, pressure)
• Drain tracing and CCTV inspections
• Utility locating and trial holes
• Emergency drainage excavations
• Flood response works

Built on Experience, Driven by Growth

The launch of our Civils Division reflects the growing demand from clients who want reliable contractors capable of delivering complex projects from start to finish.

With our combined expertise in civil engineering, drainage, pump systems, and tanker services, Basement Pumps Ltd is uniquely positioned to provide efficient, high-quality solutions across residential, commercial, and infrastructure projects.

As we continue to expand, our focus remains the same: delivering dependable service, expert workmanship, and long-term solutions for our clients.