Garden Contractors in Downham delivering complete garden builds, from groundwork to planting. Upgrade your outdoor space with patios, decking, fencing, and water features—finished to a premium standard.
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Fine Landscaping provides end-to-end garden contracting for homeowners across Downham and nearby Catford and Grove Park. Whether you want a new patio for entertaining or a full redesign with planting and lighting-ready infrastructure, we manage every stage. We regularly work near Downham Fields and the Downham Health and Leisure Centre, so we understand the local layout and access. Expect tidy working, clear communication, and a finish that looks sharp all year round.
Downham’s established residential estate includes 1920s cottage properties, 1930s semis, and post-war housing—often with practical garden sizes and straightforward boundaries. We tailor designs to typical plot proportions, existing levels, and the way families use their space. If your garden needs better drainage, a more durable lawn, or smarter zoning for seating and storage, we’ll build it in. Our garden contractors Downham area clients value solutions that look refined but stay low-maintenance.
We start with a site visit, measured survey, and a detailed proposal covering materials, programme, and logistics. Our team handles hard landscaping, soft landscaping, fencing and walls, water features, and garden clearance as one coordinated build. You’ll get workmanship backed by a 10-year warranty, plus practical aftercare advice for planting and surfaces. Many clients choose us because we keep disruptions down, protect neighbouring boundaries, and deliver on agreed timelines.
Across BR1, access can be tight with side passages and shared driveways, so we plan deliveries and waste removal carefully. We allow for typical Lewisham garden levels and drainage needs, especially where older patios have sunk or puddle. If parking is restricted near schools such as Bonus Pastor Catholic College, we schedule loading to minimise disruption. Our approach suits the property styles common in the London Borough of Lewisham, with robust detailing that stands up to year-round use.
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Costs vary with size, access, and specification. As a guide, garden clearance often starts from £300–£900. A new patio or decking area is commonly £2,500–£9,000 depending on materials and groundwork. Fencing can range from £90–£180 per metre installed. Full garden builds in Downham frequently fall between £12,000–£45,000+, particularly where drainage, walls, or multiple zones are included.
Timescales depend on the scope and weather. Small projects such as a fence line or a modest patio may take 2–5 working days. Medium refurbishments with paving, turf, and planting often take 1–3 weeks. A full garden build with levels, retaining walls, and multiple features typically takes 3–8 weeks. Access constraints, curing times, and bespoke materials can extend the programme slightly.
Most garden landscaping is permitted development, including patios, planting, and like-for-like fencing. However, rules can apply to front gardens, boundary heights, drainage to the highway, listed buildings, and conservation considerations. If you’re adding significant walls, changing levels near boundaries, or installing large structures, it’s sensible to check. We flag potential permissions early and can help you confirm requirements with the London Borough of Lewisham.
We provide a 10-year workmanship warranty on our landscaping installations, covering issues arising from installation defects such as unstable sub-bases, poor levels, or fixings that fail under normal use. Materials are covered by manufacturer warranties where applicable, and we’ll advise what each product includes. The warranty doesn’t cover accidental damage, misuse, or lack of basic maintenance, but we’ll always aim to resolve concerns quickly and fairly.
We design around how you live, then match materials to your budget and maintenance preferences. Popular choices include porcelain paving, sandstone, and clay pavers for patios; composite or hardwood decking; contemporary slatted fencing or closeboard panels; and mixed borders with evergreen structure plus seasonal colour. Water features can be subtle rills or self-contained fountains. We bring samples, explain pros and cons, and specify finishes that suit your home’s style.
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