Need reliable Groundwork Contractors in Colliers Wood for a new driveway, extension base or garden build? Fine Landscaping handles everything from site clearance and excavation to drainage, foundations and concrete work. We’re 10 minutes away and set up to work cleanly and safely on busy SW19 streets.
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From River Wandle-side gardens to plots near the Tandem Centre, groundwork in Colliers Wood needs careful planning and tidy execution. We prepare sites for landscaping projects, extensions and outdoor structures with precise excavation, levelling and spoil removal. If you’re dealing with awkward access, old paving or overgrown areas, we’ll clear it efficiently and leave the site ready for the next trade. Every job is measured, set out and built to last.
Local homes range from Victorian terraces and 1930s semis to modern apartments around South Wimbledon and Tooting. Each property type brings different challenges, from narrow side passages and shared boundaries to varying ground levels and older drainage runs. We tailor our approach to protect neighbouring structures, manage noise and deliveries, and keep disruption down. Whether it’s a new patio base or foundations for a garden room, we build stable sub-bases that perform for years.
Our process starts with a site visit, levels check and a clear scope of works, then we schedule machinery and waste collection to suit your road and parking constraints. We use proven build-ups for foundations, concrete work and drainage, with photo updates so you can see what’s below ground before it’s covered. Work is carried out by experienced operatives with a strong focus on safety and neat finishes. Homeowners choose us because we communicate clearly, keep sites orderly, and stand behind our workmanship.
As groundwork contractors in London Borough of Merton, we’re used to tight access, controlled parking, and working considerately near neighbours. Around Wandle Park and the River Wandle, ground can be variable and drainage routes need careful thought to avoid future issues. We plan deliveries, spoil removal and machinery size to suit residential streets and shared drives. The result is groundwork that fits local conditions and keeps your project moving.
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Costs vary with access, depth of dig, waste removal and whether you need drainage or concrete. As a guide, small site clearance and levelling jobs often start around £800–£2,000. Excavation and sub-base preparation for patios/driveways is commonly £2,000–£6,000. Foundations, drainage runs and concrete work for larger builds can range from £6,000–£20,000+. We provide a detailed, itemised quote after a site visit.
Many domestic groundwork projects in Colliers Wood take 2–7 working days, such as clearing, excavation and preparing a sub-base. Drainage and concrete works can add 2–5 days depending on curing time and inspection needs. Larger foundations, retaining walls or access roads may take 2–4 weeks. Timescales depend on access for machinery, depth of excavation, weather, and what we uncover underground (old footings, drains or utilities).
Most garden groundwork, patio bases and like-for-like driveway works are usually permitted development, but there are important exceptions. New or altered driveways may need permeable surfacing or drainage to comply with SuDS rules, and works near boundaries can be affected by party wall considerations. If you’re building foundations for an extension or outbuilding, building control requirements will apply. We’ll flag likely permissions and help you check Merton council guidance before starting.
We provide a 10-year warranty on our workmanship for eligible groundwork installations, including correctly built sub-bases, concrete work and drainage we supply and install. It covers defects caused by installation issues, such as settlement from inadequate compaction or failures due to poor laying methods. It doesn’t cover damage from third-party works, extreme ground movement, or misuse/overloading beyond design. You’ll also receive guidance on aftercare and any manufacturer guarantees for materials used.
We can build groundwork for a wide range of finishes and structures: MOT Type 1 sub-bases for patios and driveways, reinforced concrete slabs for garden rooms, and drainage options such as channel drains, soakaways and French drains. For retaining walls, we can prepare footings for blockwork, brick, sleepers or engineered systems. We’ll advise on levels, falls and load requirements, then match the build-up to your chosen surface and budget.
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