Dean the Drainlayer Ltd
Drainage in Stokes Valley

"Very highly recommend Dean the Drainlayer.
Dean installed a sump and pump at our property to manage storm water runoff from the hillside. From the outset, in scoping up the job, Dean was super helpful in providing options and problem solving to find a good drainage solution for us. Dean organised the plumber and sparkie that needed to do parts of the job and kept us well informed of the process and progress throughout the job. The installation looks great and got a good stress test in the recent storm, performing exactly as we had hoped. Really stoked with the work and will definitley be getting back in touch with Dean if we have any future drainage projects. Also just a top bloke! Highly recommend."

24th Apr  •  Rating by: Jack  •  Contact: Dean the Drainlayer  •  Job date: Apr, 2026

"Dean installed a pump / sump and novaflo piping and connected it to the stormwater system at the front of my house. Having a high water table mean't this was the best solution. Dean was excellent to deal with and got the job down quickly. I found him to be very reliable, skilled at his work, and knowledgeable. I would definitely recommend him and use him again in the future."

6th Dec, 2025  •  Rating by: Graeme  •  Contact: Dean  •  Job date: Dec, 2025

"Dean has done two jobs for us. Storm water drainage which we were super happy with so we got Dean back to replacing our waste water drains before we get a new drive. Dean took extra care around our gardens as requested. Great communication and excellent quality of work. Would highly recommend Dean the drainlayer."

4th Dec, 2025  •  Rating by: Rafal  •  Contact: Dean  •  Job date: Dec, 2025

"Job was done very well, on time and on budget, highly recommended and will be my go to if any further work needs done"

20th Nov, 2025  •  Rating by: Scott  •  Contact: Dean  •  Job date: Nov, 2025

"I can not recommend Dean highly enough. He solved an ongoing water problem we had perfectly. Turned up when he said he would, worked efficiently and cleaned up afterwards.
Should we need a drain layer again Dean will be the only person we would contact."

14th Nov, 2025  •  Rating by: May  •  Contact: Dean  •  Job date: Jul, 2025

"Friendly, professional, explained things well, very reasonable quote, efficient tidy work, good communication, very happy customer. Thanks Dean!"

12th Nov, 2025  •  Rating by: Stephen  •  Contact: Dean  •  Job date: Jul, 2025

"I needed to eliminate a pond around my clothesline, either that or wear gumboots every time I hung out the washing. Dean came and scoped the project and priced it, then had to review the whole thing in light of the current drain which was barely below ground. Second go round Dean got it sorted-brilliant! He worked really hard, kept me informed, turned up when he said he would, made absolutely no mess and even replanted the flower bed that had to be dug up. Absolutely recommend."

6th Nov, 2025  •  Rating by: meg  •  Contact: Dean Alabaster  •  Job date: Nov, 2025

"Dean did fantastic work digging out an area for a retaining wall to be built, as well as install 2x sumps and new nova flow pipes. Fixed up old drainage, which included amateur work done by the previous owner. Was easy to speak to and explained everything clearly, can't recommend Dean enough!"

23rd Apr, 2025  •  Rating by: Ryan  •  Contact: Dean the Drainlayer  •  Job date: Apr, 2025

"I can't rate Dean highly enough. He completed the job on our broken kitchen drain pipe quickly and efficiently. He arrived when he said he would and did an outstanding job. He had to dig up a section of concrete to get at the broken pipe; he did the repair; filled up the hole and concreted over it in a very professional manner. He left the site clean and tidy and removed all the rubbish."

30th Dec, 2024  •  Rating by: Alison  •  Contact: Dean the Drainlayer  •  Job date: Dec, 2024

"Dean did a fantastic job installing a new novaflo drain and sump and connecting to an existing stormwater drain. He gave me great advice, provided a quote and completed the job as quoted and when he said he would. He kept me updated on the process and left the site super clean and tidy. I'm really happy with the completed work, it looks fabulous and I have no hesitation in recommending Dean and his work - honest, friendly and professional. Many thanks Dean."

4th Nov, 2024  •  Rating by: Shelley  •  Contact: Dean  •  Job date: Oct, 2024

"One of the best tradespeople I've ever dealt with. Down to earth, knows his trade, excellent work and left the area/site in perfect condition. Saved us $7K vs another suggested solution/quote. Highly recommended and happy to engage if needed in the future. Perfect"

1st Nov, 2024  •  Rating by: Colin  •  Contact: Dean Alabaster  •  Job date: Oct, 2024

"It took a while for Dean to be able to fit us in amongst his busy schedule, but it was well worth waiting for him to do the work. He was thoroughly professional and efficient, and knew what he was doing throughout. He put in two sumps using a digger. Then trenched and connected two downspouts underneath existing carports to each sump by hand. This was in sand and gravel based conditions. Our prevous drainage in Eastbourne was half a 44 gallon drum for each downspout that had silted and blocked up over the last fifty yeas or so. So a vast improvement on what was there before. Dean was finished within the three days he had allocated for the work. I highly recommend Dean to others."

5th Dec, 2023  •  Rating by: Andrew  •  Contact: Dean  •  Job date: Dec, 2023

"Dean was fabulous to work with, timely, great communication, great advice, professional, considerate, courteous, and delivered on time, even when delayed by other contractors.
Left the property clean and tidy, as much as he could considering he dug up my whole driveway to lay replacement and new sewage, drainage, water pipe. I would thoroughly recommend and use him again, thank you Dean!"

3rd Dec, 2023  •  Rating by: Anita  •  Contact: Dean Alabaster - Dean the Drainlayer Ltd  •  Job date: Dec, 2023

"Upon recommendation Dean came and did extensive repair/replacement work to the drainage on my property. This involved 4 days of his time, of which i don't think i saw him stop work once! He kept me informed on progress, was friendly and professional, and was considerate of my dog by ensuring gates were closed when she needed to go outside.i would highly recommend Dean for any drainage problems."

3rd Jul, 2023  •  Rating by: Sue  •  Contact: Dean Alabaster  •  Job date: Jun, 2023

"Dean did an amazing job laying the new drainage for our new shed. 🤩
Great communication over email and phone and exceptional service.
He booked the council inspection himself and met with the inspector, and of course- it was passed! Hassle free! Definately recommend his services."

9th Jun, 2023  •  Rating by: Bilyana  •  Contact: Dean  •  Job date: Jun, 2023

"Dean communicated well, arrived on the day and was fantastic. Great service and Im really pleased with the quality of Deans work. I will definitely recommend Dean and use him next time."

7th Jun, 2023  •  Rating by: Ross  •  Contact: Dean  •  Job date: Jun, 2023

"I could not recommend Dean more highly if you paid me to! He took the time to come round and have a look first (before charging me!!!) and then found me a solution that isn't going to cost an arm and a leg.
Such a genuine human being as well as being so good at what he does.
Thank you so much Dean :-)"

26th Aug, 2022  •  Rating by: Michelle  •  Contact: Dean  •  Job date: Aug, 2022

"Dean the drain layer was great. Was on the job when he said he would. All work was carried out in a professional, timely and friendly manner.
Highly recommended"

16th Feb, 2021  •  Rating by: David  •  Contact: Dean  •  Job date: Feb, 2021

"Dean came when he said he would
Did what he said he'd do
Kept us informed all the way through
The price was as per quote
We couldn't ask for anything more"

21st Dec, 2020  •  Rating by: Stuart  •  Contact: Dean Alabaster  •  Job date: Dec, 2020

"Dean is great. I’ve used him a number of times on several different jobs.
He’s reliable, friendly and does a great job.
I highly recommend him."

2nd Sep, 2020  •  Rating by: Antony  •  Contact: Dean Alabaster  •  Job date: Aug, 2020

"Very professional guy and reasonably priced. Completed his job on time with perfection and left the place very tidy. I would use his services again for any future job."

26th Feb, 2020  •  Rating by: Tripuresh  •  Contact: Dean  •  Job date: Feb, 2020

"Turned up when he said he would, did the job he said he would do. Couldn't be happier with the work done."

3rd Aug, 2018  •  Rating by: Chris  •  Contact: Dean  •  Job date: Jul, 2018

"Dean responded quickly to our request and kept us informed about when he could do the job. He came when he said he would for both the quote and the job. Very professional and a high standard of work. Fair rates charged and thoroughly reliable. We would definitely get him again."

14th Jul, 2018  •  Rating by: Mary  •  Contact: Dean  •  Job date: Jul, 2018

"Dean gave me awesome service quote the job, was completed on time explained everything, thanks Dean I will recommend you very highly."

27th Feb, 2018  •  Rating by: Barrrtt Hira  •  Contact: Barrett  •  Job date: Feb, 2018

"Dean is efficient, pleasant to work with and did a good job. Thank you."

26th Feb, 2018  •  Rating by: Tessa  •  Contact: Tessa Baty  •  Job date: Feb, 2018

"Dean did a great job with our stormwater project. It was great to get a quote half the price of some others and to get the work done so professionally and when he said it would get done. Great communication and would use him again for any similar work!"

12th Jan, 2016  •  Rating by: Barry  •  Contact: Dean Alabaster  •  Job date: Jan, 2016

"Always a pleasure to deal with those who do what they say they are going to do, when they say they are going to do it. Dean the machine completed a high quality job for us in a tight space on a tight timeframe. Thankfully he even managed to save a large area of bricked courtyard & gardens. 100% happy with all aspects from our 1st meeting until job completed. Go well."

21st Dec, 2015  •  Rating by: Stu  •  Contact: Dean  •  Job date: Dec, 2015

"Fantastic work, fantastic service, dedication."

21st Sep, 2015  •  Rating by: Peter  •  Contact: Dean Alabaster  •  Job date: Sep, 2015

"I wholeheartedly recommend Dean's services to everyone looking to get their drains fixed. We had a biggish job at our residential house that included planning and laying a whole new stormwater and sewer drainage system. Dean worked alongside other tradesmen (earthworks and retaining) to plan how they would fit aspects of the overall project together. Dean and his team worked through weather that was not ideal and did the job quickly, efficiently, to specifications, and leaving a tidy area behind after finishing. We are very pleased with the results!"

30th Aug, 2015  •  Rating by: Balint  •  Contact: Dean Alabaster  •  Job date: Aug, 2015

"Dean the Drainlayer is FANTASTIC! Seriously, this is the only guy you need to fix your scary drain problems. Broken drains, mysterious leaks and their associated problems are scary at the best of times, even more so when you live in a different city and need to get these frightening things fixed from afar. Dean was recommended to me by two people, and I'm so glad I listened. The week I rang Dean, he was away, but he rang back straight away, scheduled me in and kept in regular contact prior to, during and after the job. He is super reasonably priced, turned up promptly when he said he would and took photos of the job as I requested (much appreciated for an absentee homeowner). The job was bigger than anticipated, with an undiscovered leak further up the line which was not originally picked up due to tree roots obscuring the earlier CCTV drain inspection. Not only that, this leak was the main cause of the problems and the reason my porch had sunk over time. Dean worked his magic on this leak, filled in the hole and the problem was fixed! I am so pleased to that by fixing these two leaks, Dean also solved the mystery of my sinking porch. Now I can get that lifted, knowing the real cause of the problem has been fixed. I can't recommend Dean the Drainlayer highly enough. Honest, hard-working, reasonably priced, trustworthy and does a great job - Dean the Drainlayer deserves to be your go-to drain man."

4th May, 2015  •  Rating by: Bev  •  Contact: Dean  •  Job date: May, 2015

"Dean did a fantastic job for us and he was really good to deal with. Would use him again without question."

7th Jan, 2015  •  Rating by: Judith Graham  •  Contact: Dean  •  Job date: Aug, 2014

"Excellent job, thank you"

10th Dec, 2014  •  Rating by: Barbara  •  Contact: Dean the Drainlayer  •  Job date: Dec, 2014

"An excellent job.
Dean came on time, worked steadily - and left our garden so immaculate I could not point out where the new drains had been dug. (I should have taken photos but didn't anticipate the work being done quite so quickly).
I had received four quotes including Dean's. His quote was somewhat more than the cheapest one (but not as high as the others) - but we selected him because he is qualified to run the drain being laid into the stormwater system. Once he had dug up the garden, there was more water than I had anticipated - had I gone with the cheaper quote the problem would not have been solved.
Would recommend giving him a call if you need to drain your property."

9th Dec, 2014  •  Rating by: Natasha  •  Contact: Dean  •  Job date: Dec, 2014