Need Dropped Kerbs in Thornton Heath for safe, legal driveway access? We handle the Croydon council process, install the crossover, and reinstate the pavement to spec. Most jobs complete in 1–2 days with minimal disruption.
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A properly built dropped kerb makes parking easier, protects your vehicle, and keeps you on the right side of the rules. We deliver full pavement crossover works across CR7, including applications, permits and reinstatement. Whether you’re near Thornton Heath station or heading towards Grangewood Park, we plan access and traffic safety from day one. Every installation is completed to the required standards, not guesswork.
Thornton Heath has a mix of Victorian terraces, Edwardian semis and 1930s houses, often with tight frontages and shared drive arrangements. We’re used to setting out crossovers to suit narrow plots, existing garden walls and older utility runs. If you’re in Broad Green, Selhurst or South Norwood, we’ll assess sightlines, gradients and drainage before any kerbs are lifted. That local experience helps avoid delays and costly rework.
Our process starts with a site survey, then we manage the council application and schedule works once approvals are in place. On installation day, we excavate, install the correct sub-base, lay the crossover, fit the dropped kerbs and reinstate the footway neatly. We keep the area tidy, protect neighbouring access where possible, and document the work for compliance. Homeowners choose us for clear communication, reliable timescales and a long-lasting finish.
In the London Borough of Croydon, pavement crossovers must meet strict construction and safety requirements. Around Thornton Heath Pond and the CR7 streets, parking can be heavy, so we plan deliveries, barriers and safe pedestrian routes. We also check levels carefully where older properties have steep front paths or low thresholds. Our approach reduces the risk of ponding water and premature settlement.
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For dropped kerbs Thornton Heath area projects, most homeowners spend £1,200–£1,800, with a wider range of £800–£2,500 depending on site conditions. Costs vary with crossover width, existing footway construction, excavation depth, and whether extra reinstatement is needed. Council fees and traffic management requirements can also affect the total. We’ll survey your frontage and provide a clear, itemised estimate.
Most dropped kerb installations take 1–2 days on site once approvals are in place. The exact timescale depends on the crossover size, how much excavation is required, and whether there are utilities to work around. Weather can affect curing times for certain materials, and busy roads may require additional traffic management. We’ll confirm the programme in advance and keep disruption as low as possible.
You usually don’t need planning permission for a driveway surface itself, but you do need council approval for the pavement crossover and dropped kerb. In dropped kerbs in London Borough of Croydon, the council controls the public footway and sets the specification for construction and reinstatement. We handle the application process, check requirements, and ensure the finished work is compliant. If any extra consents are needed, we’ll flag them early.
Yes. We provide a 10-year warranty on our workmanship for the dropped kerb and crossover construction. This covers issues such as settlement caused by incorrect sub-base preparation, poor compaction, or installation defects. It doesn’t cover damage from third parties, heavy vehicles not intended for domestic crossovers, or pre-existing drainage problems outside the work area. We’ll explain what’s included before we start.
Options depend on council specification and the existing footway, but common choices include asphalt (tarmac) crossovers, concrete, and block paving where permitted. We can also match edging details and finishes to complement your driveway and frontage. During the survey we’ll advise on durability, slip resistance and maintenance, and confirm what Croydon will accept for your location. The goal is a practical, tidy finish that lasts.
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