Upgrade levels and make your garden safer with Garden Steps in Catford. We build crisp, long-lasting steps in stone, brick, block or sleepers, with optional lighting and handrails.
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Sloping lawns and raised patios are common around SE6, and well-built steps make everyday access easier and safer. We design and install garden steps that suit your layout, from compact side returns to wider terrace approaches. Whether you’re close to Catford Broadway or walking distance from Mountsfield Park, we’ll create a finish that looks intentional, not like an afterthought. Expect clean lines, solid foundations and tidy edges that sit naturally within your planting and paving.
Catford homes range from Victorian terraces to 1930s semis and ex-council properties, each with different levels, paths and access points. We’re used to narrow passages, stepped thresholds and gardens that fall away towards the rear. Our team measures carefully so riser heights feel comfortable and consistent, with grip and drainage considered from the start. If you’re in Hither Green or Grove Park, we can match existing brickwork and hard landscaping for a cohesive look.
We start with a site visit to check levels, ground conditions and how you use the space, then propose a practical design and material options. Every build includes proper sub-base preparation, accurate setting-out and neat pointing or jointing for a durable finish. We keep disruption low, protect surrounding areas, and leave the site clean at the end of each day. Homeowners choose us for clear communication, reliable scheduling and workmanship backed by a 10-year warranty.
In the garden steps Catford area, we often find heavy clay soils and gardens with noticeable fall, so we prioritise stable sub-bases and drainage. Access can be tight on terrace rows, and parking restrictions near busier routes mean we plan deliveries and waste removal carefully. We also consider boundary walls, shared paths and party structures typical across the London Borough of Lewisham. The result is steps that sit securely, look right for the property, and last.
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For garden steps in London Borough of Lewisham, most projects fall between £800 and £3,500 depending on the number of steps, materials and site access. As a guide, allow around £150–£400 per step for supply and installation. Natural stone and integrated lighting usually sit at the higher end, while brick or block steps can be more cost-effective. We’ll confirm costs after checking levels, ground conditions and finishes.
Most installations take 2–4 days, depending on how many steps you need and whether we’re tying into existing patios, paths or retaining edges. Time can increase if the ground needs extra preparation, drainage is required, or access is restricted for moving materials through the property. If you choose lighting integration or handrails, we’ll coordinate the additional trades and testing without dragging the project out unnecessarily.
Garden steps are usually classed as permitted development, so planning permission often isn’t required. However, rules can change if the work affects a listed building, sits within a conservation area, alters a boundary treatment, or involves significant retaining structures. We’ll flag any potential issues during the survey and advise on the safest route. If approvals are needed, we can help you prepare the information required for Lewisham Council.
Yes. Our garden steps are covered by a 10-year workmanship warranty. This covers installation-related issues such as movement caused by inadequate base preparation, loose units, or jointing failures under normal use. It doesn’t cover accidental damage, misuse, or problems caused by third-party alterations after completion. We’ll also explain any manufacturer guarantees on specific products, such as lighting components or certain stone finishes.
We install natural stone steps for a premium look, plus practical block, brick and sleeper steps to suit different budgets and styles. Popular upgrades include step lighting, recessed LEDs, and handrails for steeper runs or family homes. We’ll help you choose tread depth, edging details and colours that work with existing paving and planting. During the survey, we’ll recommend options that balance grip, drainage and long-term maintenance.
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