Fine Landscaping delivers precise, tidy groundwork for projects of every size. Choose Groundwork Contractors in Hayes (Bromley) for excavation, drainage, foundations and concrete work completed properly first time.
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If your garden or driveway project needs a reliable base, our team can handle the groundwork from start to finish. We work across BR2, including routes near Hayes station and properties bordering Hayes Common. From site clearance and levelling to drainage runs and concrete bases, we prepare your land so the build above performs for decades. Expect clear communication, safe working practices and a clean handover.
Hayes (Bromley) has a distinctive mix of large detached homes, period cottages and well-kept 1930s properties, often with generous plots. That variety means access, levels and existing services can differ widely from one road to the next. We regularly support homeowners in nearby West Wickham and Bromley Common with foundations for extensions, new patios and driveway sub-bases. For semi-rural plots near West Common, we also plan for tree roots, soft verges and sensitive boundaries.
Our process starts with a site visit to confirm levels, drainage falls and any constraints before we dig. We then carry out excavation, install foundations or drainage as required, and finish with compacted sub-bases, concrete work or retaining structures to specification. You’ll get a written scope, staged updates and workmanship backed by our 10-year warranty. Homeowners choose us because we’re organised, considerate on-site and we deliver neat, measurable results.
Ground conditions around Hayes Common can vary, so we assess soil type, water movement and existing drainage before setting out. Many streets have tight drive access and limited parking, so we plan deliveries, machinery and waste collection to minimise disruption. Where properties sit on slopes or have mature planting, we design retaining solutions and staged excavation to protect boundaries. As groundwork contractors in London Borough of Bromley, we also factor in practical requirements such as surface water control and permeable build-ups.
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Costs depend on access, depth of dig, spoil removal and what’s being built above. As a guide in the Hayes (Bromley) area, small groundwork packages (site clearance, minor excavation and sub-base) often start around £1,500–£3,500. Drainage installations commonly range £2,000–£6,000. Foundations or reinforced concrete bases for larger projects can be £4,000–£15,000+, especially where cart-away and restricted access apply.
Most domestic groundwork takes 2–7 working days, depending on size and complexity. Simple site clearance and levelling may be completed in a couple of days, while drainage, retaining walls and concrete work can extend the programme to 1–3 weeks. Timescales are affected by access for machinery, weather, curing time for concrete, and surprises such as buried rubble or uncharted services. We’ll confirm a realistic schedule after surveying.
Many garden and driveway groundwork elements are permitted development, but there are important exceptions. Driveways may need compliant, permeable surfacing or drainage to avoid runoff onto the highway. Retaining walls, major level changes, works near boundaries, or properties close to protected land can trigger extra rules. We’ll flag likely requirements during the survey and can help you check London Borough of Bromley guidance before work starts.
We provide a 10-year warranty on our workmanship for installed groundwork elements such as sub-bases, foundations, drainage runs, concrete bases and retaining structures (where we control the full build-up). It covers defects arising from installation, such as settlement from poor compaction or incorrect falls, subject to normal use and maintenance. Materials are covered by manufacturer warranties where applicable. We also document what’s installed for future reference.
Groundworks are tailored to the finish you want and the conditions on site. Popular options include Type 1 MOT sub-bases for driveways, reinforced concrete bases for outbuildings, soakaways or channel drains for surface water, and blockwork or concrete retaining walls for level changes. For access roads, we can build permeable or traditional build-ups depending on requirements. We’ll recommend options based on soil, falls, usage and budget, then set out the specification clearly.
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