Concrete Slabs in Herne Hill built for busy gardens, side returns and driveways. Choose plain, coloured or exposed aggregate, finished to suit your home. Installed with proper reinforcement, drainage and expansion joints for long-term performance.
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If you need a tough, level surface for a patio, shed base or bin store, our concrete slabs herne hill area service delivers clean lines and reliable strength. We regularly work around SE24, including streets leading towards Brockwell Park and the Herne Hill station approaches. From compact courtyards to larger rear gardens, we tailor the slab build-up to the intended use. Finishes range from a neat brushed texture to a smooth power-float look.
Herne Hill’s Victorian terraces, Edwardian houses and period conversions often come with narrow access, stepped thresholds and mixed existing surfaces. We plan pours to protect brickwork, manage levels against damp-proof courses, and create falls that move water away from the property. Where gardens meet extensions or outhouses, we form precise edges for paving, planters or timber decking. We also coordinate with neighbouring boundaries to keep lines straight and drainage sensible.
We start with a site visit, confirm levels, and specify the right thickness, reinforcement and sub-base for the load. You’ll get clear options for plain concrete, coloured concrete, exposed aggregate, brushed finish or power float, plus details on drainage and expansion joints. Our team works tidily, controls washout, and schedules pours to minimise disruption. Fine Landscaping backs workmanship with a 10-year warranty, and we’re only around 15 minutes away for aftercare.
Working across the London Borough of Lambeth/Southwark, we’re used to tight access near Dulwich, Brixton and Denmark Hill, where deliveries and parking can be time-sensitive. Ground conditions can vary between made-up garden areas and older compacted sub-bases, so we don’t guess—we prepare properly and specify the right depth. We also account for surface-water run-off, keeping falls away from period walls and towards suitable drainage points. If council guidance affects drainage or front-garden works, we’ll flag it early and plan accordingly.
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Costs vary by thickness, access, and finish. As a guide in SE24, a straightforward plain slab for a patio or base often starts around £90–£140 per m², including ground preparation. Coloured concrete, exposed aggregate or power-float finishes typically sit closer to £120–£200 per m². Heavier-duty reinforced slabs, complex levels, or added drainage channels can increase the total. We provide a detailed written breakdown after a site visit.
Many small bases can be completed in 1–2 days, with larger patios or multiple areas usually taking 2–5 days including excavation, sub-base and shuttering. The pour itself is typically done in a day. Curing time matters: light foot traffic is often possible after 24–48 hours, but heavier loads may need 7–28 days depending on thickness and weather. Access restrictions and drainage details can extend timescales.
Most garden slabs and patio works are permitted development and won’t need planning permission. Front-garden or driveway slabs can be different if they affect drainage: councils generally expect permeable surfacing or run-off directed to a suitable soakaway rather than the highway drains. If your property is a conversion, listed, or within a conservation area, extra checks may apply. We’ll advise during the survey and can help you confirm requirements with Lambeth or Southwark.
Yes. Fine Landscaping provides a 10-year warranty on our concrete slab workmanship, covering issues such as settlement caused by inadequate base preparation, poor finishing, or jointing failures. We also warrant that reinforcement, thickness and falls are installed as specified. The warranty doesn’t cover damage from external causes like tree-root movement, flooding, or heavy loads beyond the agreed design use. We’ll explain care and curing guidance to protect the finish.
We offer plain concrete for practical bases, coloured concrete for a warmer tone, and exposed aggregate for a decorative, slip-resistant surface. For texture, a brushed finish suits paths and patios, while power float gives a smoother contemporary look. We can add reinforcement, formed edges, drainage falls and expansion joints to suit the layout. During the survey we’ll recommend the best option based on use, shading, and how it complements your period property.
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