Fine Landscaping are trusted Driveway Contractors in Crystal Palace, creating smart, durable entrances that suit period homes and modern conversions. Choose block paving, resin, tarmac, gravel or concrete, with proper drainage and tidy finishes. Based nearby, we’re on site fast and keep disruption to a minimum.
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Crystal Palace homes deserve driveways that look sharp and work hard in all weathers. We design and build block paving, resin, tarmac, gravel and concrete driveways across SE19 and SE20, with a focus on neat edges and strong sub-bases. Whether you’re near Crystal Palace Park or up by Gipsy Hill, we’ll match the style to your frontage. We also handle driveway repairs, drainage upgrades and dropped kerbs.
The Crystal Palace area is known for Victorian villas, Edwardian houses and period conversions, often with sloping plots and narrow access. That means levels, falls and water run-off need careful planning from day one. Our driveway contractors Crystal Palace area team is used to working around bay windows, front garden walls and shared boundaries. We’ll recommend materials and layouts that complement brickwork, railings and original features without sacrificing parking space.
We start with a site visit to measure, check levels and discuss how you use the space day to day. Then we provide a clear written specification covering excavation depth, sub-base build-up, edging, drainage and finish. Work is scheduled to minimise disruption, with clean handovers and waste removed. Homeowners trust us for consistent workmanship, transparent communication and a 10-year warranty on qualifying installations.
Crystal Palace sits on higher ground, so managing falls and run-off is crucial, especially on sloped drives near Upper Norwood and Anerley. We design drainage that suits your plot and helps reduce puddling and icy patches. As driveway contractors in London Borough of Bromley/Croydon/Lambeth/Southwark/Lewisham, we’re familiar with cross-boundary requirements, parking pressures and access constraints. We plan deliveries and skips carefully to keep the street clear and the job moving.
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Costs vary by size, excavation needs and finish. As a guide, gravel driveways often start from around £70–£120 per m², tarmac from £90–£150 per m², block paving from £120–£200 per m², and resin-bound from £130–£220 per m². Concrete is commonly £100–£180 per m². Repairs can be from a few hundred pounds for localised work. We’ll survey and provide a detailed breakdown.
Most driveway installations take 3–7 working days, depending on area, access and the amount of excavation required. A straightforward tarmac or gravel driveway can be quicker, while block paving and resin systems may take longer due to edging, curing times and detailed laying patterns. Drainage upgrades, retaining edges for sloped plots, or coordinating a dropped kerb can add time. We’ll confirm a realistic schedule before starting.
Many driveways are permitted development, but rules can apply to surface water drainage and new or altered vehicle crossovers. If the front area exceeds 5m², you typically need a permeable surface or drainage to a suitable soakaway rather than the public sewer. Dropped kerbs require council approval and must meet their standards. We check the requirements for your relevant borough and design the build to stay compliant.
We provide a 10-year warranty on qualifying new driveway installations, covering workmanship and installation-related defects such as sinking caused by inadequate sub-base preparation. The warranty is subject to normal use, correct maintenance and no third-party alterations. Materials may also carry manufacturer guarantees, depending on the product chosen. For repairs, we confirm what’s covered based on the scope and condition of the existing driveway.
Block paving remains popular for period properties, with brindle, charcoal and tumbled sets that suit Victorian and Edwardian façades. Resin-bound is chosen for a smooth, modern finish and good permeability, while tarmac offers a clean, cost-effective surface for larger areas. Gravel works well for traditional frontages with stabilisation grids to prevent rutting. We’ll help you choose edging, patterns, colours and drainage details that fit your home and parking needs.
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