Garden Makeovers in South Croydon that turn tired plots into beautiful, practical outdoor spaces. From full design to patios, planting and lighting, we handle everything. Based nearby, we’re on site fast and keep disruption to a minimum.
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If your garden feels dated, awkward or hard to use, we can rework it into a space you’ll enjoy every day. We deliver complete transformations across CR2, from contemporary courtyards to generous family gardens. Many of our projects are close to South Croydon station and around Lloyd Park, where homeowners want smart finishes with low-maintenance planting. Expect crisp levels, clean lines and details that make evenings outdoors feel effortless.
South Croydon is known for leafy streets, excellent schools and plenty of green space, and the gardens often match the scale of the homes. We regularly work on large detached houses, 1930s semis and Victorian villas, where layouts can include long lawns, sloping sections or older patios that need replacing. Whether you’re in Sanderstead, Purley or closer to Croydon, we tailor the design to how you actually use the space. The result is a garden that suits the property and adds value without looking over-designed.
Our process starts with a site visit, measurements and a clear design brief, then we produce a practical plan you can visualise. We manage hard landscaping, soft landscaping, planting and finishing touches like lighting and water features, with tidy working practices throughout. You’ll get a written scope, staged scheduling and straightforward communication from start to completion. Local homeowners choose us for workmanship, reliable timelines and a garden that still looks great years later.
Gardens in the London Borough of Croydon often combine clay-heavy soils with shaded areas from mature trees, especially near Croham Hurst Woods. We specify the right sub-bases, drainage and planting to suit these conditions. Access can be tight on some residential roads, so we plan deliveries, waste removal and parking to reduce disruption. For sloping plots common around CR2, we design retaining solutions that look seamless and feel safe.
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Costs vary with size, access and specification. As a guide, smaller refresh projects (new patio, planting and lighting tweaks) often start from £6,000–£12,000. Mid-size garden makeovers south croydon area, including new paving, turf, beds and fencing, commonly fall between £15,000–£35,000. Larger redesigns with levels, decking, bespoke features and premium planting can be £40,000+. We provide an itemised quote after a site visit.
Most projects take 1–6 weeks depending on complexity. A straightforward patio and planting scheme may be completed in 7–14 days, while full redesigns with multiple zones, drainage, steps or retaining work can run 3–6 weeks. Timescales are influenced by access, weather, curing times for concrete, and lead times for materials such as porcelain paving or composite decking. We agree a schedule before work starts and keep you updated.
Many garden works are permitted development, such as patios, decking at low level, planting and typical garden lighting. However, rules can apply to raised platforms, boundary changes, drainage to the public sewer, and properties in conservation areas or with listed status. We’ll flag anything that may need approval and can advise on SuDS-friendly surfacing for front areas. For garden makeovers in London Borough of Croydon, we always check constraints before finalising the design.
We provide a 10-year warranty on our workmanship for hard landscaping elements such as patios, paths, steps, retaining features and decking structures, subject to normal use and proper maintenance. This covers installation-related issues like movement caused by inadequate sub-base or poor fixing methods. Manufacturer warranties apply separately to products such as composite boards, lighting fittings and pumps for water features. You’ll receive care guidance to help everything perform as intended.
You can choose from porcelain paving, sandstone, granite setts, resin-bound surfacing, timber or composite decking, and a wide range of fencing and screening styles. For planting, we often combine evergreen structure with seasonal colour and wildlife-friendly choices suited to Croydon soils. Lighting options include low-glare path lights, uplighters for trees and step lighting for safety. We help you compare looks, slip resistance, maintenance and budget so the final scheme feels cohesive.
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