Upgrade your frontage with Driveway Installation in Shirley from Fine Landscaping. Choose block paving, resin bound, tarmac, gravel or natural stone, finished with proper drainage and crisp detailing. We design around your parking needs and your home’s style.
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Shirley homeowners want driveways that look sharp, drain properly and stand up to daily use. From homes near Shirley Windmill to properties by Addington Hills, we install surfaces that suit the street and your routine. Whether you need a wider entrance, safer turning space or a cleaner frontage, we’ll plan it carefully. We also handle practical extras such as drainage channels and dropped kerbs where required.
The Shirley area has a mix of 1930s semis, detached houses and newer developments, often with sloping drives, shared access or tight front gardens. We regularly work across CR0, including routes towards Addiscombe and West Wickham, where off-street parking is a real advantage. Our designs complement period brickwork and modern façades alike. You’ll get a driveway that feels proportionate, tidy and easy to maintain.
We start with a site visit, clear measurements and a written specification so you know exactly what’s included. Groundworks are done properly: excavation, sub-base, edging and falls for reliable drainage before the surface goes down. Our team keeps the site orderly and communicates timings, access and parking arrangements throughout. Every installation is backed by a 10-year warranty for peace of mind.
Driveway installation Shirley area projects often involve clay-heavy ground, mature tree roots and variable levels between pavement and front door. We set falls to manage surface water and recommend permeable options where suitable. Access can be tight on residential roads, so we plan deliveries and waste removal to minimise disruption. We also consider Croydon requirements for dropped kerbs and keep your frontage compliant and practical.
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Costs vary by size, excavation depth and the surface you choose. As a guide, gravel is often from £60–£110 per m², tarmac from £80–£140 per m², block paving from £110–£190 per m², and resin bound from £120–£200 per m². Natural stone and complex drainage can increase budgets. We provide a detailed, itemised quote after a site visit.
Most driveways take around 3–7 working days, depending on area, access and the amount of excavation required. Resin bound and block paving typically need careful base preparation and edging, while tarmac can be quicker once groundwork is complete. Weather, drainage upgrades, and arranging a dropped kerb can extend the programme. We’ll confirm timings and keep you updated throughout the job.
Many driveway works are permitted development, but rules can apply to surface water drainage and changes to the pavement crossing. If you’re creating a new or wider access, a dropped kerb application is usually required through the council. We’ll advise on permeable surfaces, drainage solutions and any approvals needed. We can also help you prepare information for applications where relevant.
We provide a 10-year warranty on our driveway installation workmanship, covering issues such as sinking caused by inadequate base preparation, loose edging, or surface failures linked to installation. Materials may also carry manufacturer guarantees, depending on the product chosen. The warranty excludes damage from heavy commercial vehicles, ground movement beyond our control, or accidental impact. We’ll explain coverage clearly in writing before work starts.
We install block paving in a range of patterns and borders, resin bound for a smooth, permeable finish, tarmac for clean practicality, and gravel for a traditional look. Concrete and natural stone are also popular for contemporary and period properties. We’ll help you choose colours, edging and layout to suit your home and parking needs, and we’ll design in drainage from the outset.
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