Concrete Foundations in Chelsea built for long-term strength and clean, compliant builds. From strip and pad foundations to reinforced rafts and deep footings, we deliver engineered bases that pass Building Regs first time.
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Whether you’re adding an extension, garden room or structural wall, the right foundation is what keeps everything stable for decades. We install strip foundations, pad foundations, raft foundations and wall footings to suit the build and the ground. Working across SW3 and SW10, we regularly support projects near King’s Road and the Chelsea Physic Garden. Every pour is planned to meet Building Regulations and site constraints from day one.
Chelsea’s mix of Georgian townhouses, Victorian mansions and luxury apartments often brings tight access, shared boundaries and sensitive structures. We’re used to working alongside party walls, basements and existing services, with careful excavation and protection. If you’re in South Kensington, Knightsbridge or Fulham, we tailor foundation depth and reinforcement to match the load and the site conditions. Our recommendations are practical, cost-aware and backed by engineering where required.
We start with a site visit, set-out, and a clear method statement covering excavation, spoil removal and safe access. Foundations are formed, reinforced where specified, and poured with quality-controlled concrete, then cured properly for strength. We coordinate inspections for Building Control and provide documentation for your records. Homeowners trust Fine Landscaping because we keep sites tidy, communicate clearly, and stand behind our work with a written warranty.
In the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea, access can be restricted and parking controls are strict, so we plan deliveries and skips carefully. Many streets around SW3 and SW10 have limited working space, so we use compact equipment and phased pours where needed. Ground conditions can vary with made ground and historic landscaping, so we assess bearing and specify reinforcement or deeper footings when required. We also work considerately around neighbours, party walls and listed-building sensitivities.
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Costs vary by depth, access, spoil removal and the foundation type (strip, pad or raft). As a guide, small pad foundations may start around £900–£1,800, while strip foundations for a modest extension are often £3,500–£8,500. Raft foundations and reinforced or deep foundations can range from £8,000–£20,000+. We’ll survey the site and provide an itemised estimate based on Building Control requirements.
Most domestic foundation works take 2–5 working days, including set-out, excavation, forming and pouring. Larger footprints, deep foundations, restricted access in Chelsea, or heavy reinforcement can extend this to 1–2 weeks. Timescales also depend on inspection booking, weather, and whether we uncover unexpected services or poor ground that needs engineering input. We’ll give a realistic programme before starting and keep you updated daily.
Foundations themselves usually fall under Building Regulations rather than planning permission, and many garden structures or extensions may be permitted development. However, Chelsea properties can involve conservation areas, listed buildings, party wall matters, and basement works, which change the rules. We’ll help you check what applies, liaise with Building Control, and ensure inspections are booked at the right stages. If planning is needed, we can work alongside your architect or surveyor.
We provide a 10-year warranty on our concrete foundation workmanship, covering issues caused by installation defects such as incorrect formation, poor compaction, or inadequate reinforcement placement (where specified). It also covers problems arising from non-compliant concrete placement and curing practices. The warranty doesn’t cover structural design changes after completion, extreme events, or issues caused by third-party alterations and leaks. You’ll receive written confirmation and supporting photos/documents where applicable.
We install strip foundations for load-bearing walls, pad foundations for posts and steel columns, and raft foundations where ground conditions or load distribution make sense. Options include reinforced concrete, deeper trench fills, and engineered wall footings, with rebar layouts set by calculations where required. We can also incorporate starter bars for retaining walls and bases for garden rooms. We’ll recommend the best solution after assessing access, soil, loads and Building Regs requirements.
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