Fine Landscaping delivers Groundwork Contractors in Epsom for projects that need solid preparation and precise levels. From site clearance to drainage, foundations and concrete bases, we build the structure your garden or driveway relies on. Expect tidy working, clear timelines and workmanship that lasts.
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If you’re planning a new driveway, patio, extension base or major garden redesign, the groundwork is what makes it succeed. Our team supports homeowners across Epsom, including Ewell and Epsom Downs, with professional site clearance, excavation and levelling. We regularly work near Epsom Clock Tower and around the Ashley Centre, where access and parking can affect logistics. You get a safe, well-organised site and a base built to specification.
Epsom’s mix of large detached houses, period properties and executive homes often comes with complex levels, mature trees and existing drainage runs to protect. In KT17, KT18 and KT19 we commonly prepare bases for premium paving, garden rooms, retaining walls and driveway sub-bases. Older plots can hide redundant soakaways, shallow services or historic hardstanding that needs careful removal. We plan excavation depths, falls and compaction so the finished surface performs properly year-round.
We start with a site visit to confirm levels, access routes, spoil removal and any service locations. Then we provide a clear scope covering excavation, drainage, concrete work, foundations or retaining walls as required. Our crews work cleanly, keep neighbours in mind, and document key stages such as sub-base build-up and drainage runs. Local homeowners choose us for straight answers, dependable scheduling and a 10-year workmanship warranty.
Across Epsom and Ewell Borough, ground conditions can vary from clay-heavy soils to mixed made-ground on older plots. We factor in run-off, soakaway suitability and the need for channel drains, especially on sloped gardens near Epsom Downs. Access can be tight on certain roads, so we plan deliveries, parking and waste collection to minimise disruption. This is why many clients look for groundwork contractors epsom area who can manage the details as well as the dig.
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Costs vary with access, excavation depth, spoil removal and whether you need drainage or concrete. As a guide in Epsom, small prep and levelling jobs often start around £900–£2,500. Driveway or patio sub-bases with drainage are commonly £3,000–£9,000. Larger foundation, retaining wall or access road groundwork can run £10,000–£30,000+. We provide an itemised estimate after a site visit.
Most domestic groundwork takes 2–10 working days, depending on scope. A simple excavation and sub-base for a patio may be 2–4 days, while drainage, concrete work and retaining walls can extend to 1–3 weeks. Timescales are affected by access for machinery, weather, the amount of spoil to remove, and any unexpected findings such as old footings or uncharted services. We confirm a realistic programme before starting.
Many garden and driveway groundwork projects are permitted development, but rules can apply to drainage, levels, boundary walls and works near highways. For example, new or altered driveways may need compliant permeable surfacing or drainage within your property. If your home is listed or in a conservation area, extra checks may be required. As groundwork contractors in Epsom and Ewell Borough, we flag likely permissions and can work with your designer or the council guidance.
We provide a 10-year workmanship warranty on our groundworks, covering installation quality for items such as sub-bases, drainage runs, concrete bases and retaining wall construction (where built to our specification). It’s designed to give peace of mind against issues caused by poor preparation, such as settlement from inadequate compaction. The warranty doesn’t cover damage from third-party works, extreme events, or changes to loads beyond the agreed design. We explain coverage in writing.
We tailor the build-up to what you’re installing: MOT Type 1 or Type 3 sub-bases, reinforced concrete slabs, concrete strip foundations, geotextile membranes, and drainage options like channel drains, soakaways or attenuation crates. For retaining walls, we can prepare bases for blockwork, brick, natural stone or sleeper systems. We’ll advise on depths, edging restraints and falls to suit your chosen finish and the site’s ground conditions.
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