PVCu Underground Drainage Channels

Channel drainage provides an efficient and discreet way to manage surface water around properties, driveways, patios, and landscaped areas. At Pipestock, we supply the Polypipe PVCu underground drainage channel range, designed for easy installation, durability, and compliance with British Standards.

A channel drain is a linear system designed to collect and carry away surface water. Installed flush with the ground, channels capture water across a wide surface and direct it into the underground drainage system. They are a practical solution where large volumes of rainwater need to be managed, such as:

• Domestic driveways and paved areas
• Patios and garden landscaping
• Thresholds and entrances
• Light commercial areas

Polypipe underground channel systems are tested to BS EN 1433:2002, with load ratings suitable for domestic and light traffic areas:

• A15 – pedestrian and cycle areas.
• A++ (50kN test load) – suitable for light vehicular traffic on domestic drives.

Domestic Drainage Channel with Heel Guard Grating

• 1m PVCu channel with plastic grate.
• Lightweight and easy to install.
• Designed for safe pedestrian use with heel guard slots.

Linear SlotDrain Channel

• Discreet design with a slim slot opening.
• Ideal for patios, entrances, and landscaping where aesthetics matter.
• Supplied with slotted plastic caps for neat finish.

Accessories

• End caps, leaf traps, and junction units for flexible design.
• Quad connectors allow easy changes in direction.

• Lightweight construction – simple to cut and handle on site.
• Quick installation – channels clip together securely.
• Durability – resistant to corrosion and chemical attack.
• Low maintenance – easy to clean and keep clear.
• Cost-effective – reliable performance at a competitive price.

• Channel Drains – best for collecting surface water over a wide area (driveways, patios, thresholds).
• Bottle Gullies – best for collecting water from a single point (rainwater downpipes, small paved areas).

In many projects, both are used together to ensure full site coverage.

• Tested to UK and European standards.
• Choice of domestic or discreet slot drain options.
• Full range of accessories for flexible system design.
• UK-manufactured PVCu for strength and reliability.