Garden Groundworks in Wimbledon Village for projects that start properly and last. From site clearance and excavation to drainage, levelling and foundations, we prepare your garden for flawless builds and landscaping. Trusted by SW19 homeowners who expect tidy, precise workmanship.
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Whether you’re planning a new patio, driveway edge, garden room or full redesign, strong preparation is what makes it last. Our team delivers garden groundworks Wimbledon Village area homeowners rely on, including site clearance, excavation, grading and waste removal. We regularly work near Wimbledon Village High Street and around the edges of Wimbledon Common, where access and ground levels can be challenging. Every job is set out carefully to protect neighbouring boundaries and existing planting.
Wimbledon Village features large detached houses, Georgian properties and luxury apartments, often with mature gardens and tight side access. We’re used to protecting premium finishes, managing deliveries, and keeping shared driveways clear. On sloping plots near Cannizaro Park or where gardens step down from the house, accurate levelling and retaining preparation are essential. Our groundwork plans are tailored to the property style and the way you want to use the space.
We start with a site visit to assess levels, drainage routes and soil conditions, then provide a clear scope and timetable. Works are completed with proper compaction, falls and drainage details so the next stage—paving, turf, planting or structures—goes smoothly. You’ll get tidy waste removal, safe access arrangements and regular updates while we’re on site. Local homeowners choose us for consistent standards, transparent communication and a finish that stands up to seasons of use.
In the London Borough of Merton, we often encounter mixed ground conditions and gardens that slope away from the house, particularly around SW19. Parking and delivery timing can be sensitive near Wimbledon Village High Street, so we plan access and loading to minimise disruption. Where properties back onto Wimbledon Common, we take extra care with drainage outfalls and boundary protection. Our method balances practical build requirements with the expectations that come with high-value homes.
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Costs vary with access, spoil removal, depth of excavation and whether drainage or foundations are required. As a guide, small groundwork packages (clearance, minor excavation and levelling) often start around £1,500–£3,500. Medium projects involving drainage runs and sub-base preparation are commonly £4,000–£9,000. Larger schemes with significant excavation, grading and foundations can be £10,000–£25,000+. We itemise the scope so you can compare like-for-like.
Most domestic groundworks take 2–10 working days, depending on the size of the garden and what’s included. Site clearance and basic levelling can be completed in a few days, while drainage, foundation digs and extensive grading typically extend the programme. Timescales are affected by access for machinery, the volume of spoil, weather, and any unexpected obstructions such as old footings or services. We provide a realistic schedule and keep you updated daily.
Many garden groundworks are permitted development, especially when they support landscaping rather than creating new buildings. However, rules can change if you’re altering levels significantly, working near boundaries, adding hardstanding at the front, or installing drainage that connects to public systems. If your property is listed or in a conservation area, extra checks may apply. We review the scope, advise what’s likely required, and can help you confirm details with Merton Council before work starts.
We provide a 10-year warranty on our workmanship for groundworks we install, covering issues such as settlement caused by inadequate compaction, sub-base failure, and defects in installed drainage runs (where included in our scope). The warranty applies when the build is used as intended and not altered by third parties without assessment. We also document materials and methods so future landscaping stages tie in correctly. Any snagging identified promptly is handled quickly and professionally.
Groundworks can be tailored for porcelain patios, natural stone, resin-bound paths, block paving, new lawns (turf or seed), and planting schemes that need improved soil levels. We can also prepare bases for garden rooms, pergolas, retaining walls and steps, including appropriate foundations and drainage. During the site visit we discuss finishes, expected loads, and how you want the space to function. Then we set levels and falls to suit the chosen design from day one.
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