Water Boreholes & Ground Source Heat Pumps in East Sussex
Over 87 projects completed across East Sussex. Free site assessments and no-obligation estimates.
East Sussex is a key operational area for Nicholls with 87 completed projects. The county's varied geology — from the chalk of the South Downs through Wealden Clay to the Hastings Beds — means every project requires careful site assessment. We have strong experience around Lewes, Uckfield, Crowborough, Wadhurst and the Rye area.
Services available in East Sussex
Full range of water, ground source and licensing services — delivered by our in-house team.
Water Boreholes
Private water supply across East Sussex's varied geology.
Learn more →Ground Source Heat Pumps
GSHP installations across the South Downs and Weald.
Learn more →Deep Bore Soakaways
Drainage solutions in East Sussex's challenging clay geology.
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Ongoing support across East Sussex.
Learn more →Water Licensing
EA abstraction and discharge licences — UK-wide.
Learn more →Local geology in East Sussex
East Sussex geology is dominated by the chalk South Downs in the south and the Wealden Clay and Hastings Beds in the High Weald. The Lewes and Ringmer area (our most active zone) sits at the chalk/clay boundary where conditions can change over short distances. The High Weald around Uckfield, Crowborough and Wadhurst requires deeper drilling through clay into underlying sandstone. Water quality is variable — iron and manganese treatment is frequently required in clay areas.
Every site is different. A desk-based geological assessment is always the starting point for any project.
Our projects in East Sussex
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Case studies in East Sussex
A selection of projects we've completed across East Sussex.
25 Deep Bore Soakaways at Sussex University
Nicholls were contacted by Adenstar Developments to install 25 deep bore soakaways at Sussex University as part of their campus development programme.
Water Borehole at Royal Ashdown Forest Golf Club
Nicholls installed and commissioned a water borehole system for Royal Ashdown Forest Golf Club in East Sussex. The borehole enables the club to irrigate using their own water supply rather than tre...
Ground Source Heat Pump for East Sussex School
Nicholls designed and installed a closed-loop GSHP system for a school in East Sussex. The installation was planned to minimise disruption to school activities, with drilling and major works undert...
Water Borehole for Country Estate, South of Lewes
Nicholls designed, drilled and installed a water borehole system for a country estate south of Lewes in East Sussex. The borehole provides a reliable private water supply for the property and its e...
Water Borehole at Ashburnham Place, East Sussex
Nicholls installed a water borehole system at Ashburnham Place in East Sussex, a well-known conference and retreat centre. The borehole provides a reliable and cost-effective water supply for the f...
GSHP for Self Build Project in East Sussex
Nicholls were engaged at the design stage of this self-build project in East Sussex to incorporate a closed-loop ground source heat pump system into the new home.
Areas we cover in East Sussex
We cover all of East Sussex including:
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Ready to discuss your East Sussex project?
Request a free, no-obligation site assessment. We'll review your geology, assess your needs and provide an accurate written estimate.