About SAMS

SAMS Civil and Drainage is a family owned, locally operated business based in Mount Maunganui specialising in commercial and residential drainage, civil and earthworks projects throughout Tauranga and the Bay of Plenty region.

Our team is led by award winning drainlayer - Sam Arundel (recipient of 2022 New Zealand Plumber, Gasfitter or Drainlayer of the Year award). SAMS Civil and Drainage is proud of it’s well-garnered reputation and is a trusted name in the drainage industry throughout the Bay of Plenty.

We have an amazing team of skilled drainlayers who pride themselves on their high standard of craftsmanship, care and attention to detail no matter how big or small the job is. At SAMS we believe in starting as you mean to go on, with a quality drainage and earthworks supplier you are beginning your project on a fantastic note.

Being listed as Tauranga City Council approved contractors with our drainage services enables us to carry out new lot connections, ideal for any large or smaller residential subdivision projects needing drainage and stormwater connections.

We are proud to be Master Drainlayer and Sitesafe members and also approved and registered on the local authority contractor pre-qualification database via SHE Pre-Qual.

If you would like to find out more about our services, rates or talk about your upcoming project please do not hesitate to get in touch.

SAMS Civil and Drainage CAT 310-7 excavator in operation, Mount Maunganui

SAMS Civil and Drainage tipper truck and machinery in operation on an earthworks and drainage project in Mount Maunganui.

SAMS Civil and Drainage tipper truck and CAT excavator loading out spoil for cartage in Mount Maunganui

Contact Us

Sam Arundel - Certifying Drainlayer and Director at SAMS Civil and Drainage. Drainage, Earthworks and CIvil contractor Tauranga.

Director and Lead Drainlayer Sam Arundel is a Certified Drainlayer and plumber (Registered Member of the Plumbers, Gasfitters and Drainlayers Board (PGDB)). With over 20 years experience in the plumbing and drainage industry Sam takes a practical, solution focussed approach. Having worked across hundreds of civil and drainage projects Sam has the knowledge to skill to guide your projects to achieve maximum efficiency with a quality outcome.

Sam was also the winner of the 2022 New Zealand Plumber, Gasfitter or Drainlayer of the Year award.

If you are looking for a drainage or earthworks contractor in the Bay of Plenty Sam is your man and would love to work with you on your next drainage project, contact us here to find out how we can help, or to get a quote.

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