In short, soakaways are pits in the ground that help with the drainage of excess rainwater. They can be helpful if you're looking to improve drainage in your lawn, and they're particularly ...

Soakaways have lots of different applications. Also known as dry wells, they not only remove surface water on your lawn but can help with issues around the foundations of your home, too.

Harvested rain could be stored in roofs, or underground tanks, with soakaway systems for excess. Many countries already do this extensively – notably Australia, Germany, Belgium and Singapore. Why can ...