Sunken, cracked or non-compliant manhole covers replaced with the right load-class lid and a stable frame. Building Regs Part H compliant.
What we replace, end to end
Cover and frame swap (cast iron, ductile iron, or composite recessed for block paving), frame re-bedded with rapid-set concrete, surface levelled to finished ground level. Load class B125 (footpath) up to D400 (vehicular) sized for the location.
When the manhole needs replacing
Cover has cracked or sunken
Tripping hazard. Insurance liability if the property is rented.
Cover doesn't fit the frame properly
Wrong size after a previous repair. Rattles when driven over.
Frame has detached from the brickwork
Frost or vehicle loading has broken the bed. Rebuild needed.
Need a recessed cover for block paving
Cosmetic for driveway works; cover sits flush, you in-fill with matching block.
What it costs (indicative)
Fixed-price quote after a site visit. Most single manhole replacements complete in half a day. Full pricing.
When to call us
- ✔ A manhole cover in your drive or footpath has cracked or sunk.
- ✔ You're laying new block paving and need a recessed cover.
- ✔ An insurance survey has flagged the manhole as a defect.
- ✔ Vehicles have been driving over a cover not rated for vehicle loading.