Need reliable Groundwork Contractors in Raynes Park for a driveway, extension base or garden rebuild? We handle everything from site clearance and excavation to drainage, concrete work and retaining walls. Expect tidy working, clear timelines and workmanship built to last in SW20. We’ve completed many projects across Raynes Park and nearby areas.
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Fine Landscaping delivers professional groundwork for homeowners across Raynes Park, SW20, including projects near Raynes Park station and Cannon Hill Common. Whether you’re preparing for an extension, new patio or a rebuilt driveway, we start with safe site clearance and accurate excavation. Our team installs robust foundations, drainage and concrete bases designed for long-term performance. You’ll get a practical plan, transparent scope and a finish that supports the next stage of your build.
Raynes Park has a mix of Victorian terraces, Edwardian houses and 1930s semis, each with different access and construction quirks. We’re used to working with narrow side passages, shared boundaries and existing services that need careful locating. From levelling sloped gardens to forming retaining walls, our groundwork is tailored to the property rather than forced into a one-size approach. If you’re comparing groundwork contractors Raynes Park area, we’ll make sure the prep work matches your end goal.
We begin with a site visit, set-out and service checks, then agree the specification before any digging starts. Excavation spoil is removed responsibly, and we keep disruption down with organised deliveries and clean working areas. Every stage is photographed and checked for levels, compaction and falls so drainage performs properly. Homeowners choose us for dependable scheduling, clear communication and a 10-year workmanship warranty for peace of mind.
As groundwork contractors in London Borough of Merton, we plan around typical SW20 constraints such as limited parking, controlled deliveries and tight access to rear gardens. We also account for mature trees and root protection near green spaces like Prince George's Playing Fields. Our set-out considers neighbouring boundaries and existing drainage runs, which is especially important for terraces and semis. The result is groundwork that fits local property layouts and reduces surprises on site.
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Costs vary with access, depth of dig, spoil removal and the specification. As a guide in Raynes Park, site clearance and excavation often start from £1,000–£3,000 for smaller garden areas. Concrete bases or foundation work commonly fall in the £2,500–£8,000 range, while full driveway groundwork with drainage and sub-base can be £4,000–£12,000+. We provide an itemised quote after a site visit.
Most domestic groundwork in SW20 takes 2–7 working days, depending on scope. A simple dig-out and sub-base might be 1–3 days, while foundations, drainage runs and concrete work can take a week or more, especially if curing time is needed. Timescales are affected by access for machinery, weather, hidden obstructions (old slabs, rubble, services) and whether retaining walls or levelling are required.
Many garden and driveway groundwork jobs are permitted development, but rules can apply depending on what you’re building above the ground. Driveways must usually manage surface water correctly (e.g., permeable finishes or drainage to a suitable soakaway) and works near boundaries or trees may need extra care. If your property is in a conservation area or the works relate to an extension, permissions may differ. We’ll flag likely requirements and help you check with Merton.
We back our workmanship with a 10-year warranty. This covers defects caused by installation issues such as poor compaction, incorrect levels, inadequate sub-base build-up, or drainage falls that don’t perform as specified. It doesn’t cover damage from third-party works, extreme ground movement outside reasonable expectations, or misuse/overloading beyond the design. We also provide aftercare guidance and can schedule a follow-up inspection if needed.
We tailor the build-up to the finish you want and the loads it must carry. Popular options include Type 1 sub-base with geotextile membranes, reinforced concrete bases for sheds or garden rooms, and drainage solutions such as channel drains, soakaways and permeable sub-bases. For level changes we can form concrete footings and build retaining walls in block, brick or sleeper-style systems. We’ll recommend options based on access, budget and long-term maintenance.
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