Need Dropped Kerbs in Orpington for safer, legal driveway access? We handle Bromley council applications, permits, kerb installation and full reinstatement. Most jobs are completed in 1–2 days with tidy, compliant results.
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A properly installed dropped kerb makes driveway access safer, protects your vehicle, and keeps you on the right side of the rules. We deliver pavement crossovers and kerb installation for homes across BR5 and BR6, including routes near Orpington station and the High Street. From initial site checks to the final reinstatement, we manage the details that matter. You get a neat finish that suits your frontage and works day-to-day.
Orpington’s mix of 1930s semis, detached houses and modern estates often comes with varied frontage widths and existing hardstanding. We regularly work in St Mary Cray and Petts Wood where access, visibility and pavement layouts can differ from street to street. Whether you’re replacing an older crossover or creating a new one, we design the kerb line and levels to suit your vehicle and drainage. The result is practical access without compromising kerb appeal.
Our process is straightforward: survey, council application support, approved specification build, then full reinstatement. We use proven methods for excavation, sub-base build-up and kerb bedding so the crossover stays stable under regular use. You’ll have clear communication on timings, parking arrangements and site safety throughout. Homeowners choose us for reliable compliance, tidy workmanship and a 10-year warranty for peace of mind.
Working in the London Borough of Bromley means meeting strict crossover specifications and coordinating around busy residential parking. In Orpington, pavement construction and levels can vary between older streets and newer estates, so we set falls carefully to avoid standing water. We also plan access and deliveries to minimise disruption near places like The Walnuts Shopping Centre and local school-run routes. Our approach keeps the site safe, compliant and tidy from start to finish.
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For dropped kerbs in Orpington, most homeowners budget £1,200–£1,800, with a wider typical range of £800–£2,500 depending on the crossover width and the amount of excavation and reinstatement required. Costs can rise if the pavement construction is deeper than expected, if extra drainage details are needed, or if there are additional kerbs to replace. We’ll confirm what’s involved after a site visit.
Most dropped kerb installations take 1–2 days on site, assuming straightforward access and no unexpected issues under the pavement. Time can vary depending on the width of the crossover, curing times for bedding materials, and whether additional reinstatement is required around the edges. Council approval and scheduling can add lead time before work starts, so we help plan dates around permits and local parking constraints.
Yes—because the pavement and kerb are part of the public highway, a dropped kerb usually needs approval from the London Borough of Bromley and must be installed to their specification. While many driveway and front-garden changes can be permitted development, the crossover itself is controlled separately. We guide you through the council application process, check requirements for visibility and gradients, and ensure the finished work is compliant and signed off where required.
We provide a 10-year warranty on our dropped kerb installation workmanship. This covers issues arising from installation faults, such as settlement caused by inadequate sub-base preparation or poor bedding, subject to normal use. It doesn’t cover damage from heavy vehicles not intended for domestic crossovers, third-party works, or underlying problems outside the work area. We also leave clear aftercare guidance to help protect the new crossover.
Options depend on the council-approved specification, but we can usually match the crossover to your frontage using appropriate kerb units and compliant reinstatement materials. Popular choices include standard dropped kerbs with a robust sub-base, tidy edge detailing to suit block paving driveways, and level adjustments to improve access for low vehicles. We’ll advise on the best layout for your vehicle turning space, drainage falls, and the look of your property.
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