Those narrow Victorian frontages common throughout Thornton Heath deserve driveways that complement their character. Gravel offers the perfect blend of permeability and style, particularly where planning restrictions limit your options.
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CR7's mix of housing presents unique challenges - from the compact terraced properties near the station to the broader semi-detached homes towards Broad Green. Each property demands careful consideration of gradient, drainage, and the inevitable London clay that makes proper groundwork essential. Years of working these streets has taught us exactly how deep to excavate when dealing with Thornton Heath's notorious subsidence-prone soil.
Installing gravel correctly involves far more than dumping stones on dirt. The subbase needs compacting to precise depths, membrane placement requires overlap calculations based on your specific gradient, and edging must withstand both foot traffic and the occasional wheelie bin dragged across it. Different aggregate sizes suit different purposes - smaller pea shingle works brilliantly for those tight spaces between bay windows and boundaries, whilst angular granite chips provide better stability on steeper slopes common near Grangewood Park.
Having laid hundreds of driveways between Selhurst and South Norwood over the past decade, we've built relationships with local suppliers who deliver quality materials promptly. Our teams understand CR7's parking challenges and work efficiently to minimise disruption to you and your neighbours.
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Most terraced properties in CR7 with standard 3x4 metre frontages cost between £1,200-£1,800, including excavation and quality aggregate. Larger semi-detached driveways typically range £2,500-£4,000 depending on existing conditions.
Absolutely - from the bustling High Street right through to the quieter roads bordering Crystal Palace Park. We regularly work throughout Thornton Heath, including those tricky access properties near Norbury Brook.
Standard installations complete within 2-3 days, weather permitting. Complicated drainage solutions or extensive groundwork might add another day, but you'll have exact timings before we start.
Every installation includes decade-long coverage against settlement or edging failure. This protects your investment should any structural issues arise from our workmanship during that period.
When properly installed with adequate sub-base depth, gravel easily supports commercial vehicles. We calculate load requirements based on your specific needs - many CR7 residents run businesses from home requiring regular heavy vehicle access.
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