Need Groundwork Contractors in Lewisham for a project that starts right and stays right? We handle clearance, excavation, drainage and concrete work with tidy, well-managed sites. From SE13 gardens to access roads, we prepare your ground for long-term performance.
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Fine Landscaping provides professional groundwork for homeowners and developers across Lewisham, from Ladywell to Blackheath. Whether you’re preparing for an extension, a new patio, or a driveway near Lewisham station, we set out levels, dig accurately and keep disruption controlled. Our team covers site clearance, excavation, drainage and concrete work, all planned to suit your plot. You’ll get a clear schedule and a finish that’s ready for the next trade.
Lewisham’s mix of Victorian terraces, Edwardian houses and modern developments often brings tight side access, shared boundaries and varied ground make-up. In areas like Hither Green and Lee, we frequently deal with long rear gardens, mature trees and older drainage runs that need careful mapping. We tailor foundations, retaining walls and levelling to the structure you’re building and the load it must carry. The result is groundwork that supports your project properly, not just for now but for years.
We start with a site visit, measurements and a practical method statement so you know what happens and when. Then we organise spoil removal, deliveries and safe working zones, keeping neighbours and access in mind. Every job is built around correct falls, stable sub-bases and neat edges, with photos and updates as we progress. Homeowners choose us because we’re punctual, insured, and we stand behind our workmanship with a written guarantee.
Across the London Borough of Lewisham, access can be restricted by narrow drives, controlled parking zones and busy roads near Lewisham Shopping Centre. We plan deliveries and muck-away to reduce disruption and keep sites safe and tidy. Ground conditions can vary, so we assess subsoil, existing drains and nearby trees before setting foundation depths and drainage routes. This is why homeowners choose groundwork contractors lewisham area who plan carefully, not guess.
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Costs vary with access, spoil removal, depth of dig and whether you need drainage or concrete. As a guide in Lewisham, small prep and levelling jobs often start around £900–£2,500. Drainage runs and concrete bases commonly fall between £2,500–£7,500. Larger works such as foundations, retaining walls or access roads can be £8,000–£25,000+. We provide an itemised quote after a site visit.
Many domestic groundwork jobs take 2–7 working days, such as site clearance, excavation and a concrete base. Drainage and retaining walls can take 1–3 weeks depending on length, depth and curing times. Foundations for extensions are often 1–2 weeks, but inspections and weather can add time. Access, parking restrictions and the amount of spoil to remove are common factors in Lewisham timescales.
Most garden groundwork, patios and like-for-like driveway bases are usually permitted development, but there are exceptions. Planning may be needed for major changes to levels, new access points, work near boundaries, or if your property is in a conservation area. Drainage must also comply with rules on surface water, especially for front gardens. We’ll advise early and can work with your designer or architect to keep everything compliant.
Yes. We provide a 10-year warranty on workmanship for our groundwork installations, covering issues such as sub-base failure, poor compaction, incorrect falls and defects in our concrete work. It applies when the build is used as intended and not altered by third parties. Materials are covered by relevant manufacturer warranties where applicable. We also keep clear records of depths, layers and drainage routes for peace of mind.
We tailor the build-up to your finish and usage. Options include Type 1 sub-bases for patios and driveways, reinforced concrete slabs for outbuildings, and permeable sub-bases where drainage is required. For retaining walls, we can build with concrete blocks, engineering brick or poured concrete, depending on height and loading. We’ll recommend the best specification after assessing levels, access and how you plan to use the space—ideal if you need groundwork contractors in London Borough of Lewisham.
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