Fine Landscaping delivers Groundwork Contractors in Chislehurst for projects that need strong, reliable preparation. From site clearance and excavation to drainage and concrete work, we get the base right so everything above lasts. Expect careful planning, clean working practices and clear communication throughout.
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If you’re upgrading a garden, driveway or extension base in BR7, the groundwork is where success starts. Our team handles site clearance, levelling and excavation with the right machinery and a tidy, safety-first approach. We regularly work near Chislehurst Common and around access routes affected by mature trees and sloping plots. The result is a stable, well-drained platform ready for landscaping or construction.
Chislehurst is known for large detached houses, Victorian villas and period properties, often with deeper gardens and varied ground levels. These homes can require careful foundation preparation, retaining walls and drainage improvements to protect structures and planting. We’re used to tight side access, long driveways and delicate boundaries where neighbouring properties sit close. Our groundwork contractors chislehurst area service is designed to suit premium homes without unnecessary disruption.
We start with a site visit, levels check and a clear scope of works, then plan spoil removal, access roads (if needed) and safe storage. You’ll receive straightforward recommendations on foundations, drainage runs and concrete thicknesses, with photos and updates as work progresses. We keep sites organised, protect surrounding surfaces, and finish with a clean handover ready for the next trade. Local homeowners choose us for dependable scheduling, transparent pricing and workmanship that stands up over time.
Across the London Borough of Bromley, we often see clay-heavy soils and tree-root influence, especially near green spaces like Chislehurst Common. That can affect excavation, drainage design and how we protect existing trees and boundaries. Parking and access can be limited on some roads, so we plan deliveries, grab-lorry collections and machinery sizes in advance. Our groundwork contractors in London Borough of Bromley approach keeps projects efficient and compliant.
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Costs vary by access, depth of dig, spoil removal and whether you need drainage, concrete or retaining walls. As a guide, small garden excavations and levelling often start from £1,200–£3,000. Drainage installations commonly fall around £1,500–£5,000. Concrete bases and foundation works can range from £2,500–£12,000+, especially where reinforcement, deeper footings or restricted access increases labour.
Many domestic groundwork jobs take 2–7 working days, such as site clearance, excavation and levelling for a patio or lawn. Drainage and concrete work can add 2–5 days depending on curing times and complexity. Larger projects—foundations for outbuildings, access roads, or significant retaining walls—may run 2–4 weeks. Timescales depend on ground conditions, access, weather, and coordination with other trades.
Most garden groundworks are permitted development, but there are key exceptions. New or altered driveways may need rules followed for permeable surfacing and surface water drainage, and work near boundaries can require care. If you’re close to protected trees, in a conservation area, or altering levels significantly, additional permissions may apply. We check the relevant guidance and help you plan the work to stay compliant.
We provide a 10-year warranty on our workmanship for eligible groundwork installations, covering issues such as settlement caused by poor compaction, drainage failures due to incorrect falls, and defects in concrete work from improper preparation. The warranty applies when the work is used as intended and not altered by third parties without agreement. We also document the build-up and levels so you have a clear record for future projects.
We tailor the specification to your project: Type 1 sub-base for driveways and patios, reinforced concrete slabs for outbuildings, and soakaways or channel drains for surface water control. For retaining walls, options include concrete blockwork, poured concrete or sleeper-style solutions where appropriate. We’ll advise on falls, edging details and access road build-ups, then match the groundwork design to the finish you want and your budget.
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