Need reliable Footings & Foundations in Hither Green for an extension, retaining wall or garden build? We deliver engineered excavation, reinforced concrete pours and Building Regs-ready groundwork with tidy, well-managed sites.
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Solid groundwork is what keeps new walls, extensions and garden structures standing true for decades. Our team delivers footings and foundations across SE13, with careful excavation, shuttering and concrete placement. We regularly work near Hither Green station and around Mountsfield Park, where access and neighbours require considerate site control. Every base is set out accurately and built to match the load and soil conditions on site.
Hither Green’s mix of Victorian terraces, Edwardian houses and 1930s semis often comes with varied ground levels, older drains and tight side returns. That’s why we approach each job with practical engineering, not guesswork. Whether you’re adding a garden room, rebuilding a boundary wall or preparing for an extension, we specify the right solution for the property type and layout. We also support projects across nearby Lee, Catford and Grove Park.
We start with a site visit to confirm levels, access and the intended structure, then agree a clear scope and schedule. Excavation is carried out safely, with spoil removal arranged and trenches protected as required. We install reinforcement where needed, pour quality concrete and coordinate inspections to satisfy Building Regulations. Homeowners choose us for straightforward communication, clean workmanship and a 10-year warranty for peace of mind.
Across the London Borough of Lewisham, ground conditions can vary between made ground, clay and pockets of softer material, especially around older housing stock. In Hither Green, we plan for restricted access, on-street parking and careful material deliveries on residential roads. We also look out for existing services and drains common in period properties, adjusting excavation and reinforcement accordingly. If inspections are required, we help keep the process smooth and well-documented.
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Costs depend on trench depth/width, access, spoil removal and reinforcement. As a guide, small wall footings may start around £900–£2,000, while foundations for a small extension can range from £4,000–£12,000+. If ground is poor, deeper excavations, extra concrete, or engineered designs can increase budgets. We provide a detailed, itemised estimate after a site visit in SE13.
Most wall footings are completed in 1–3 days, including excavation and concrete pour. Foundations for an extension typically take 3–10 working days, depending on size, depth, access and whether reinforcement or pier footings are needed. Timescales can change if we uncover existing drains, need additional inspections, or face wet weather that affects excavation and concrete curing. We’ll confirm a realistic programme upfront.
Footings and foundations themselves usually fall under Building Regulations rather than planning permission. Many garden structures and some extensions can be permitted development, but rules vary by size, location and whether you’re near boundaries. In the London Borough of Lewisham we’ll advise what’s likely required and can work with your architect or Building Control. We also check for party wall considerations where relevant.
We provide a 10-year warranty covering workmanship on our footings and foundations, including correct installation of concrete and reinforcement to the agreed specification. It’s designed to give homeowners confidence that the base is built to perform as intended. The warranty doesn’t cover movement caused by events outside our control (for example, major leaks, tree removal effects, or structural changes by others). We keep clear records for traceability.
We install wall footings, strip footings and pier footings, chosen to suit loads, ground conditions and nearby structures. Options can include reinforced concrete, stepped foundations for sloping gardens, and deeper trenches where clay shrinkage or existing trees are factors. We can work to an engineer’s design or help arrange calculations when needed. You’ll get a clear explanation of the best option for your Hither Green property.
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