Concrete Bases in Herne Hill built for sheds, summerhouses, hot tubs and more. We create reinforced, level finishes with smart drainage for long-lasting results. Fast, tidy work from a local team based 15 minutes away.
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If you’re adding a shed, greenhouse or hot tub, a properly built slab makes all the difference. We install concrete bases across SE24, including homes near Brockwell Park and the routes around Herne Hill station. Each base is set out precisely, poured to the right thickness, and finished level so your structure sits square and stable. Drainage is planned from the start to help prevent standing water and frost damage.
Herne Hill’s Victorian terraces, Edwardian houses and period conversions often come with long rear gardens and side-return access that can be tight. We’re used to working around existing patios, mature planting, and shared boundaries common in Dulwich, Brixton and Tulse Hill. Whether it’s a discreet shed base at the end of the garden or a garage base with heavier loading, we tailor the specification to suit the property and intended use. That local experience helps us keep disruption low and finishes neat.
Our process starts with a site visit to confirm levels, access and load requirements, then we handle excavation, sub-base, reinforcement and pour. We use quality aggregates, steel mesh where needed, and accurate shuttering to achieve a clean edge and true level finish. Homeowners choose us for clear communication, reliable scheduling and tidy working practices. Every base is built to last, with workmanship backed by a 10-year warranty.
We know the access challenges around SE24 streets and the mix of Lambeth/Southwark boundaries, parking controls and skip permits. Ground conditions can vary from compacted garden soils to made-up areas from older landscaping, so we assess and build the sub-base accordingly. Where side access is limited, we plan barrowing routes and protect paving and thresholds. This is why clients across the concrete bases herne hill area rely on us for a straightforward, well-managed install.
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Costs depend on size, thickness, access and whether reinforcement is required. As a guide, small shed bases often start around £450–£900, greenhouse or summerhouse bases commonly fall between £900–£1,800, and hot tub or garage bases are typically £1,800–£4,500+. Excavation depth, spoil removal and drainage details can move the price up or down. We provide a written quote after a site check.
Most shed or greenhouse bases are completed in 1 day, while larger summerhouse or hot tub bases usually take 1–2 days including excavation and sub-base work. Garage bases can take 2–4 days depending on size and access. Curing time matters too: light foot traffic is often fine after 24–48 hours, but we normally recommend waiting 7 days before heavy loads, and longer in cold weather.
In many cases, a concrete base for a shed, summerhouse or greenhouse is permitted development, provided the overall structure meets height and location rules. However, restrictions can apply for listed buildings, conservation areas, front gardens, or if you’re changing drainage arrangements. We’ll ask the right questions, check practical constraints, and can advise what to confirm with Lambeth or Southwark before work starts. If needed, we’ll help you plan a compliant solution.
Yes. Our concrete base installations come with a 10-year workmanship warranty. It covers issues caused by installation faults, such as poor compaction, inadequate reinforcement where specified, or incorrect levels leading to premature cracking or movement. Normal wear, accidental damage, and problems caused by third-party alterations aren’t covered. We also follow best practice on curing and drainage to reduce the risk of shrinkage cracks and water pooling.
We can build plain floated slabs for sheds and greenhouses, heavier-duty reinforced slabs for hot tubs, and thicker garage bases designed for vehicle loads. Options include smooth power-floated finishes, brushed non-slip finishes, neat trowelled edges, and falls to a channel or soakaway for drainage. If you’re matching an existing patio or need a specific footprint for a kit building, we’ll measure, set out and advise on the best specification. We also install concrete bases in London Borough of Lambeth/Southwark with access-friendly methods where required.
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