Driveway Installation in Hither Green that’s built to last and looks the part. Choose block paving, resin bound, tarmac, gravel, concrete or natural stone, installed with proper drainage and crisp edging.
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If your front garden is more patchy lawn than parking, we can transform it into a practical, attractive driveway. We regularly work around SE13, including near Hither Green station and Mountsfield Park, where access and street parking need careful planning. From replacing tired concrete to creating new off-street parking, we deliver a clean finish with the right sub-base and falls. The result is a driveway that looks premium and performs in all weathers.
Hither Green’s Victorian terraces, Edwardian houses and 1930s semis often have narrow frontages and existing boundary walls that need protecting. We design layouts that maximise parking without making the space feel cramped, and we can match period character with natural stone or traditional block paving. For busier roads towards Lewisham and Lee, we also recommend hard-wearing surfaces that cope with frequent use. Every design is tailored to your property and day-to-day needs.
Our process starts with a site visit, levels check and a clear written quote, then we schedule works to minimise disruption. We excavate properly, install a robust sub-base, and include drainage solutions so water doesn’t pool or run towards your home. If you need a dropped kerb, we’ll guide you through the requirements and coordinate the groundwork. Homeowners choose Fine Landscaping because we keep sites tidy, communicate clearly, and back our work with a 10-year warranty.
We understand the mixed ground conditions found across the London Borough of Lewisham, and we build sub-bases to suit. Many streets around Hither Green have limited parking, so we plan deliveries, skips and access carefully to keep things moving. Period properties often have steps, bay windows and mature front boundaries, so we set levels and drainage to protect the house and neighbouring plots. If your street is near Manor Park or Hither Green Cemetery, we’ll also consider tree roots and existing services during excavation.
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Costs vary by size, excavation depth, drainage needs and finish. As a guide, gravel is often £60–£110 per m², tarmac £80–£140 per m², block paving £110–£180 per m², resin bound £120–£200 per m², and natural stone £160–£280+ per m². Extra items like drainage channels, steps, walls, lighting ducts and waste removal can affect the total. We’ll provide a detailed, itemised quote.
Most driveways take 3–7 working days from excavation to completion, depending on size and complexity. Resin bound and block paving typically take longer than tarmac due to base preparation and detailing. Timescales can change if we’re adding drainage, rebuilding edgings, or coordinating a dropped kerb application. Weather and curing times also matter, especially for concrete and resin. We’ll confirm a realistic schedule before we start.
Many driveway projects are permitted development, but rules often apply to surface water drainage. If you’re creating or replacing a driveway over 5m², using a permeable surface (or directing runoff to a suitable soakaway) is usually required to avoid planning permission. Dropped kerbs also need council approval and must be installed to specification. We’ll advise on compliant materials and drainage and help you understand Lewisham’s requirements before work begins.
We provide a 10-year warranty on workmanship for our driveway installations, covering issues such as sub-base failure, sinking caused by poor preparation, and defects in installation. The warranty is valid when the driveway is used normally and maintained sensibly (for example, keeping drainage points clear and avoiding heavy vehicles if not designed for them). Materials may also carry manufacturer guarantees, which we’ll explain in your quote. Any snagging is addressed promptly.
We install block paving in a range of colours and laying patterns, resin bound for a smooth, permeable finish, and tarmac for a clean, durable surface. Gravel can be a cost-effective option with stabilisation grids, while concrete and natural stone suit contemporary or period homes. We’ll help you choose edging, kerb lines, steps, drainage channels and parking layouts that fit your frontage. If you want a cohesive look, we can match paths and front garden hardscaping too.
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