Concrete Bases in Earl's Court built for sheds, summerhouses, hot tubs and more. We pour reinforced, level slabs with proper drainage, ready for installation. Clean, tidy workmanship suited to SW5 homes and access constraints.
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If you’re fitting a shed, summerhouse or hot tub, the base is what keeps everything stable and dry. We install concrete bases across SW5, including near Earl's Court tube station and Philbeach Gardens, with a focus on accuracy and neat edges. Every slab is set out to the manufacturer’s footprint, with falls and drainage considered from day one. The result is a solid platform that won’t rock, crack prematurely or trap water.
Earl’s Court properties often include Victorian mansion conversions, period flats and garden square homes with compact rear gardens and shared access. That means careful planning for barrow routes, noise, and protecting existing paving and planting. Our team is used to working around basement lightwells, mature borders and tight side returns in the Earl’s Court area. We also support nearby Kensington, West Brompton, Chelsea and Fulham households needing reliable bases for garden buildings.
We start with a site visit, levels check and a clear specification: thickness, reinforcement, sub-base and finish. Excavation spoil is removed, the sub-base is compacted, and we pour and float to a true level finish (or a controlled fall where needed). We keep you updated on curing times so your installer can book confidently. Fine Landscaping is based in South London and typically reaches Earl’s Court in around 35 minutes, with workmanship backed by a 10-year warranty.
Concrete bases in Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea often involve restricted access, resident parking controls and close neighbours. We plan deliveries, spoil removal and working hours to suit SW5 streets and mansion block layouts. Ground conditions can vary between made-up garden soils and older hardstanding, so we adjust excavation depth and sub-base build-up accordingly. Where gardens sit lower than surrounding paving, we incorporate drainage detail to keep water moving away from structures.
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Costs depend on size, access and the specification (thickness, reinforcement and drainage). As a guide, small shed bases often fall around £450–£900, while larger summerhouse or greenhouse bases are commonly £900–£1,800. Hot tub and garage bases can range from £1,500–£3,500+ due to heavier loads and extra steel. Tight access in SW5 and spoil removal can affect the final figure.
Most shed or greenhouse bases take 1 day on site, with larger summerhouse or hot tub bases typically 1–2 days depending on excavation and sub-base depth. You’ll then need curing time before placing heavy loads—often 48–72 hours for light use, and up to 7 days for heavier items. Weather, access near Earl’s Court tube station, and disposal logistics can extend timelines slightly.
In many cases, a concrete base for a garden structure is permitted development, especially when it’s not raised significantly and the overall outbuilding meets height and boundary rules. However, rules can change for listed buildings, conservation areas, or properties with restrictive leases (common with period flats). We’ll flag likely requirements, advise on positioning, and can work with your installer’s drawings to help you stay compliant.
We provide a 10-year warranty on our concrete base workmanship, covering issues such as settlement caused by inadequate sub-base preparation, poor compaction, or incorrect finishing that leads to avoidable movement. It also covers our installation of reinforcement where specified. Normal wear, accidental damage, or problems caused by third-party alterations aren’t included. We’ll also give clear aftercare guidance on curing and loading times.
We can install standard brushed concrete, a smoother float finish for clean-lined garden rooms, or a slightly textured finish for better slip resistance. Options include reinforced slabs (mesh or rebar), thicker sections for hot tubs and garages, and perimeter thickening where loads are higher. We also build in drainage falls and can add edging detail to suit paving levels. We’ll recommend the best spec based on your structure and site levels.
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