Dropped Kerbs in Balham, installed properly and signed off with the right permits. We handle council applications, kerb installation and full reinstatement for a safe, compliant crossover.
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If you need vehicle access over the pavement near Balham station or along Balham High Road, a properly approved dropped kerb is essential. Fine Landscaping delivers complete pavement crossover installations, from application paperwork to final reinstatement. We keep disruption low and work neatly around busy streets and tight frontages. Expect clear communication, tidy workmanship and a finish that suits your property.
Balham’s SW12 streets are lined with Victorian terraces, Edwardian houses and mansion conversions, many with compact front gardens and short driveways. That means levels, drainage and turning space need careful planning before any kerb is altered. Whether you’re in Nightingale or closer to Clapham South, we design the crossover to match your access needs and the existing streetscape. Our team is based in Norbury, around 15 minutes away, so site visits and follow-ups are quick.
We start with a survey, confirm the crossover position, then manage permits and council requirements before breaking ground. Our installers use robust sub-bases, correct kerb units and compliant gradients to protect the pavement and your vehicle. Every job includes full reinstatement and a clean handover, with photos and documentation where required. Local homeowners choose us for reliable scheduling, transparent costs and workmanship backed by a 10-year warranty.
Working in the London Borough of Wandsworth means following specific crossover standards, inspections and approved contractor requirements. Around Bedford Hill and Balham Hill, access can be tight and on-street parking is competitive, so we plan deliveries and waste removal carefully. Ground conditions vary between older made-up front gardens and heavily compacted footways, which affects excavation depth and sub-base build-up. We tailor the method to keep levels right and prevent future settlement.
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For dropped kerbs Balham area projects, most homeowners budget between £800 and £2,500 depending on crossover width, excavation depth, reinstatement area and any drainage adjustments. Typical jobs in SW12 often fall around £1,200–£1,800. Council fees and inspection requirements can also affect the total. After a site survey, we provide a detailed estimate based on the exact kerb line, pavement construction and access constraints.
Most dropped kerb installations take 1–2 days on site, assuming permits are in place and access is clear. The timescale depends on the crossover width, how much pavement needs reinstating, and whether levels or drainage need altering. Busy roads near Balham High Road may require tighter working windows and extra traffic management planning. We’ll confirm a realistic programme after surveying and coordinating with the council process.
Yes—dropped kerbs in London Borough of Wandsworth require council approval because you’re altering the public highway. While many driveway and front garden changes can be permitted development, the pavement crossover itself is controlled by the council and must meet their standards. We handle the application, provide supporting details, and ensure the build complies with required gradients and construction layers. If any additional permissions are needed, we’ll flag them early.
We provide a 10-year warranty on our workmanship for the dropped kerb and crossover construction. This covers issues such as settlement caused by inadequate sub-base preparation, poor reinstatement, or installation defects in the areas we’ve built. It doesn’t cover damage from third parties, vehicle impacts, or problems caused by pre-existing underground services. We also document the build so you have a clear record of what was installed and where.
Options typically include standard concrete kerb units, strengthened crossover construction, and different reinstatement finishes to suit the footway specification. Where permitted, we can coordinate the crossover with your driveway surface—such as block paving, tarmac or resin-bound—so levels and edges align neatly. We’ll advise on the best layout for safe access, including crossover width and positioning, while keeping everything compliant with council requirements and practical for everyday parking.
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