Heavy delivery trucks, constant staff parking, customer traffic - Lewisham's commercial properties face unique challenges that residential driveways simply don't encounter. Whether you're running a warehouse near Catford Bridge or managing retail space along the High Street, your driveway takes a beating every single day.
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SE13's mix of Victorian conversions and modern business parks creates interesting puzzles for commercial paving. Those narrow access routes between converted shops need clever solutions, while newer developments often require substantial load-bearing surfaces. Years of watching delivery lorries struggle on inadequate surfaces has taught us exactly what works - and what definitely doesn't - for busy commercial sites across Lewisham.
Proper drainage becomes critical when you're dealing with the kind of traffic commercial sites generate. Surface water pooling not only looks unprofessional but creates genuine safety hazards for both vehicles and pedestrians. Modern permeable surfaces combined with strategic channelling keeps water moving away from buildings, particularly important given how many SE13 businesses sit on former industrial land with complex underground utilities. The right substrate preparation prevents those frustrating dips and cracks that develop when heavy vehicles repeatedly stress weak points.
Local businesses trust recommendations from neighbouring properties - it's how most Lewisham companies find reliable contractors. Having paved everything from small office car parks near Blackheath border to major loading bays in Deptford's industrial quarter, our work speaks through the sites still looking pristine years later.
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Small business forecourts (10-20 vehicles) generally fall between £15,000-£30,000, while larger commercial installations can reach £50,000-£100,000 depending on drainage requirements and load specifications. Many Lewisham businesses find phased installation helps manage cashflow.
Absolutely - from retail units along Lee High Road to industrial estates near the Catford gyratory. SE13 forms our core operating area, with regular projects extending into neighbouring Blackheath and Deptford commercial zones.
Most medium-sized commercial projects require 2-4 weeks from excavation to final surface. Larger sites or those needing extensive groundwork might extend to 6-8 weeks. Planning around your business operations remains paramount throughout.
Commercial installations carry our decade-long structural warranty, covering both materials and workmanship. This includes annual inspections for the first three years, ensuring surfaces maintain their integrity under heavy commercial use.
While overlay seems cost-effective initially, most commercial sites benefit from complete reconstruction. Years of heavy vehicle compression often leaves underlying structures compromised. Fresh excavation allows proper gradient adjustment and drainage installation, ultimately proving more economical long-term.
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