Replacing buried inspection cover - idea of costs - Costs in harrogate area or whether diy

[jsl123]

Hi, I've just discovered a buired inspection chamber in my driveway when it gave in as the car went over it. It is set in a gravel drive with approx 8in of soil and gravel over it. From initial looks it is a steel cover that has rusted through and given way, this is fitted over a brick inspection chamber which is approx 4ft deep.

I realise that it needs extending to the surface and simply reburying it isn't an option, but would this be a straightforward DIY job? If not what sort of costs would I be looking at to get this done professionally?

Finally I'm hoping that the water company is liable as our properties are pre 1935 and I suspect it is a shared drain between ourselves and the neighbours, but waiting for it to stop raining and some sunlight to do a better inspection.

Thanks

[rab1]

you would have to build the chamber up in brick and install an inspection hatch. really depends on how competent you feel your diy skills are......?.

[henpecked]

Flemish bond and a 4:1 compo mix should do it. Not really seen so you can afford to bit a bit slap dash, but as vehicles are running over it, it might be a good idea to get a quote.

[jsl123]

thanks for the replies. I would rate myself as above average in terms of DIY, my only concern was ensuring the inspection plate was fitted correctly given it is a gravel drive. I'd imagine a reasonably large concrete flaunch would anchor it?

Thanks