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St Pancras and Islington Cemetery

FCDrainage.com was appointed to deliver comprehensive drainage works at St Pancras and Islington Cemetery....

St Pancras and Islington Cemetery

Full Drainage Survey, Cleaning, Installation and Tanker Services at St Pancras and Islington Cemetery

Project Overview

FCDrainage.com was appointed to deliver comprehensive drainage works at St Pancras and Islington Cemetery. The project involved a full CCTV drainage survey, high-pressure water jetting, new drain installation, and vacuum tanker services, all delivered within a sensitive operational environment.

Project Requirements

The client required a complete drainage assessment and maintenance package to address
existing drainage issues and install new drainage runs to improve site-wide water
management. The works included:

  • Full CCTV survey of the cemetery drainage network.
  • High-pressure water jetting (HPWJ) to clear debris, silt, and blockages.
  • Installation of new drainage pipework to resolve capacity and flow issues.
  • Provision of vacuum tanker services to remove excess waste and water.
  • Careful execution within the operational and respectful setting of the cemetery.

Our Solution

FCDrainage.com developed a carefully planned programme to ensure works were delivered
efficiently, safely, and with full consideration of the sensitive nature of the site:

  • CCTV Drain Survey: A comprehensive survey was completed across the existing drainage system to locate defects, siltation and areas requiring repair or replacement.
  • High-Pressure Water Jetting: HPWJ was carried out to thoroughly clean existing pipework, remove blockages, and restore optimal drainage flow.
  • New Drain Installation: New drainage runs were installed in targeted areas to improve capacity and alleviate persistent standing water issues.
  • Tanker Works: Vacuum tanker units were deployed to remove waste water, silt and debris from chambers and pipework, ensuring clean and efficient drainage systems.
  • Respectful Site Management: All works were carried out with careful planning to maintain the dignity of the cemetery, coordinate around burial schedules, and protect visitors and staff.

Challenges Overcome

Working within an active cemetery presented logistical and operational challenges. Our team ensured full compliance with cemetery regulations, planned works to avoid service interruptions, and maintained the highest levels of care, respect, and professionalism on site at all times.

Results

The drainage system at St Pancras and Islington Cemetery was successfully surveyed, cleaned, upgraded and restored. The works have significantly improved drainage performance across the site, reducing flooding risks, protecting gravesites, and ensuring the long-term integrity of cemetery operations.

Why Choose FCDrainage.com

At FCDrainage.com, we offer specialist drainage services for sensitive public sites including cemeteries, parks, and heritage locations. Our expertise allows us to deliver complex drainage solutions with full respect for the operational, environmental and cultural considerations of each site.

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