That overgrown patch behind your Victorian terrace deserves better than being a storage spot for broken bikes. Balham's compact gardens pack incredible potential - whether you're dreaming of a contemporary entertaining space or a family-friendly lawn that actually survives football practice.
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SW12's mix of period properties and new builds creates fascinating garden renovation challenges. Those narrow side returns common to Balham's terraced houses become secret gardens with clever design. Railway line backing onto your plot? Smart planting schemes turn train noise into white noise. Even the smallest courtyard behind a conversion flat transforms into an urban oasis with the right approach.
Garden renovation goes deeper than fresh turf and new borders. Drainage issues plague many Balham properties built on London clay - proper groundwork prevents winter waterlogging. Mature trees need careful integration rather than removal, particularly with conservation area restrictions. Contemporary lighting extends usability into evening hours, crucial when commuting means late returns home. Every element works together creating cohesive outdoor living.
Twenty years renovating gardens between Wandsworth Common and Streatham Hill builds serious local knowledge. Which plants thrive in shaded spots beneath neighbouring extensions, where to source matching London stock bricks for raised beds - these details matter.
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Complete renovations for standard Victorian terrace gardens (roughly 30-40 square metres) typically range £8,000-£15,000. Smaller courtyard makeovers start around £4,000, whilst larger family gardens with complex landscaping can reach £25,000+.
Absolutely - from the grand houses near Wandsworth Common station to the converted flats along Balham High Road. Regular projects include gardens backing onto Tooting Bec Common and the residential streets between Cavendish and Nightingale Roads.
Most Balham garden renovations complete within 2-4 weeks, weather permitting. Compact courtyard transformations often finish in 7-10 days, while extensive projects involving level changes or structural work may need 6 weeks.
All hardscaping elements - patios, pathways, retaining walls - carry our decade-long structural guarantee. Plants establish under a one-year replacement promise, ensuring your investment flourishes long-term.
Period features add character worth preserving. Original Victorian boundary walls clean up beautifully, mature fruit trees integrate into modern designs, and even old Anderson shelter foundations become unique garden features. Working with what exists often creates more interesting results than starting blank.
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