Business Details
33 Years
experience
Your Trusted Building Supplies Partner in Scotland
Since 1993, PDM has been Scotland's premier supplier of above and below ground drainage systems, pressure pipeline products, and civil engineering materials. Our expansion in 2019 through integration with Buildbase created a network of 25 branches across Scotland, supported by over 350 dedicated colleagues. Acquired by Huws Gray in 2022, we maintain our commitment to delivering excellence in quality, service, and value. Our technical expertise spans civils & drainage, ground engineering, and heavyside products, with dedicated crane-offload vehicles ensuring timely deliveries. We collaborate closely with leading manufacturers to provide technical support and cost-saving solutions tailored to our customers' needs.Our branches maintain core stock ranges to serve civil engineering contractors, plumbing professionals, and multi-utility companies. With specialist teams in every location, we offer expert advice and take-offs to support project success. Our Ridgidrain Advanced Drainage System meets HAPAS specifications, demonstrating our focus on innovation and compliance. We prioritise partnerships to deliver exceptional service and sustainable solutions. Backed by a 100-year design life for key products, we combine lightweight, recyclable materials with patented electro-fusion jointing systems for superior performance.
Services
Civils & Drainage
Multi Utilities
Above Ground Drainage
Precast Concrete Solutions
Stormwater Management
Ductile Iron Products
Pressure Pipe Systems
Hard Landscaping
Water Management
Ground Engineering
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- We operate 25 branches across Scotland with specialist teams
- Our Ridgidrain system meets HAPAS specifications for highways
- Dedicated crane-offload vehicle fleet ensures timely deliveries
- Technical staff provide expert advice and take-offs
- Partnerships with leading manufacturers ensure product innovation
Associations and certifications
- BBA Approved
- HAPAS
Services
Civils & Drainage
We supply comprehensive drainage solutions including Ridgidrain pipes with diameters from 100mm to 2100mm. Our systems meet HAPAS specifications for highway infrastructure projects. Products feature electro-fusion jointing and chemical resistance for 50-100 year lifespans.
Precast Concrete
Our precast concrete products include catchpits, headwalls, and storm channels. These durable components support surface water management systems with integrated attenuation and infiltration capabilities for infrastructure projects.
Multi Utilities
We provide water, gas, and service connection products for utility contractors. Our range includes pressure pipes, valves, and ductile iron systems with technical support for installation and compliance requirements.
Above Ground Drainage
Our above-ground drainage systems feature smooth-bore HDPE pipes with superior hydraulic performance. These lightweight solutions reduce installation costs while maintaining pipeline integrity through fewer joints.
Hard Landscaping
We supply heavyside and hard landscaping materials for construction projects. Our range includes durable solutions for external infrastructure with technical support for specification and installation.
Questions
What products does PDM specialise in?
We specialise in civil engineering materials, drainage systems, and multi-utility products including Ridgidrain pipes, precast concrete solutions, and heavyside materials for infrastructure projects.
Which areas do you serve?
We operate nationwide across Scotland with 25 branches and a dedicated delivery fleet serving construction professionals in all major regions.
What technical support do you offer?
Our branches have technical experts providing product advice, take-offs, and specification support. We collaborate with manufacturers to ensure compliance and installation guidance.
Are your drainage systems HAPAS approved?
Yes, our Ridgidrain system was the first to achieve HAPAS specification for highways infrastructure projects, with diameters up to 2100mm available.
How do you ensure timely deliveries?
We maintain core stock ranges at all branches and operate a dedicated crane-offload vehicle fleet to guarantee on-time delivery across Scotland.
What sustainability features do your products have?
Our Ridgidrain pipes are 100% recyclable after 100-year design life. HDPE materials offer chemical resistance and reduced transport costs due to lightweight construction.
