Fine Landscaping delivers precise, tidy Groundwork Contractors in Earl's Court for projects that need solid preparation. From site clearance and excavation to drainage, foundations and levelling, we build the base your garden or driveway relies on. Expect clear planning, careful access management and a premium finish.
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Earl's Court projects often start with what you can’t see: stable ground, correct levels and drainage that works in heavy rain. Whether you’re upgrading a garden near Philbeach Gardens or improving access around Earl's Court tube station, our team handles site clearance, excavation and concrete work with minimal disruption. We prepare bases for patios, paths, driveways and garden structures, plus retaining walls where levels change. Everything is set out accurately so the finished landscaping performs for years.
In SW5 you’ll find Victorian mansion conversions, period flats and garden square properties where space, access and neighbours are close. We’re used to narrow side returns, shared entrances and careful spoil removal, keeping the site safe and organised. Many homes in Kensington and West Brompton need thoughtful levelling and drainage upgrades to prevent pooling and damp at thresholds. We tailor groundwork specifications to the property’s age, layout and intended finish.
Our process starts with a site visit, measurements and a clear scope covering excavation depths, sub-bases, falls and drainage runs. We protect routes, manage waste responsibly and keep you updated at each stage, from foundations through to final levels. Quality checks include compaction, alignment and concrete curing times, so surfaces don’t sink or crack later. Homeowners choose us for transparent communication, tidy working practices and workmanship backed by a 10-year warranty.
Working in the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea means planning for controlled parking, tight access and strict neighbour considerations. Around Earl's Court, we regularly encounter older services, shallow cellars and mixed ground conditions that affect excavation and foundation design. We schedule deliveries carefully, keep walkways clear, and adapt methods for mansion blocks and garden square properties. If you’re in SW5 or nearby Fulham and Chelsea, we’ll plan logistics to keep your project moving.
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Costs vary with access, spoil removal, depth of dig and whether drainage or concrete is needed. As a guide, small site clearance and levelling may start from £800–£2,000. Drainage improvements often fall between £1,500–£4,500 depending on runs and connections. Foundations or concrete bases commonly range from £2,500–£8,000+, especially where access is restricted in SW5.
Many groundwork packages take 2–7 working days, such as excavation, sub-base installation and levelling for a patio or path. Drainage or retaining walls can extend this to 1–3 weeks depending on depth, curing time and complexity. Timescales are influenced by access (stairs, narrow passages), skip permits, hidden services, and weather. We provide a realistic programme before starting and keep you updated daily.
Most garden groundwork, drainage repairs and replacement hardstanding are usually permitted development, but there are important exceptions. Listed buildings, conservation areas, changes affecting the front garden, and new or altered access/driveways can trigger permissions or specific rules. SuDS requirements may also apply for impermeable surfaces. We’ll advise what’s likely needed, check constraints for your address, and can work with your designer or architect where approvals are required.
We provide a 10-year warranty on workmanship for our groundwork installations, covering issues such as settlement caused by poor compaction, defective installation of sub-bases, and faults in our drainage or concrete work. It doesn’t cover damage from third-party alterations, extreme events, or pre-existing structural problems outside the agreed scope. We document what’s installed and share care guidance so surfaces and drainage perform as intended.
We tailor the build-up to the finish you want: MOT Type 1 sub-bases for patios and paths, reinforced concrete slabs for outbuildings, and permeable aggregates where drainage is critical. For retaining walls we can form concrete, blockwork cores with facing brick, or engineered sleepers depending on height and aesthetics. Drainage options include channel drains, soakaways and proper falls to gullies. We’ll recommend the best specification for your property, access and budget.
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