Need reliable Groundwork Contractors in Wandsworth for a build, extension or garden overhaul? We handle site clearance, excavation, drainage, foundations and concrete work with tidy, well-managed crews. Serving SW18 homeowners with premium workmanship and clear communication.
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From Wandsworth Town to Southfields, good groundwork is what keeps projects on track and structures stable. Fine Landscaping provides professional site clearance, excavation, levelling and drainage tailored to Wandsworth properties. Whether you’re preparing for an extension near Wandsworth Common or upgrading access around East Hill, we deliver a clean, safe site ready for the next trade. Expect careful planning, neat edges and a finish that supports what comes above.
Wandsworth is a popular family area with excellent schools and transport links, and the housing stock is varied. We regularly work on Victorian and Edwardian houses with tight side access, as well as modern riverside apartments where deliveries and noise need careful coordination. Our team understands how to protect existing paving, garden walls and services while excavating. If you’re in SW18, we’ll match methods and machinery to your plot size and constraints.
We start with a site visit, utility checks and a clear scope of works, then schedule excavation and spoil removal to minimise disruption. You’ll get transparent options for foundations, drainage runs, concrete bases and retaining walls, with photos and updates as the job progresses. We keep sites tidy, manage waste responsibly and work to robust standards for levels and compaction. Homeowners choose us because we’re local (around 20 minutes away), responsive, and we stand behind our workmanship.
Working in the London Borough of Wandsworth often means restricted access, controlled parking and close neighbours. We plan deliveries, choose compact machinery where needed, and protect shared boundaries common around Earlsfield and Wandsworth Town. Ground conditions can vary between made ground and heavier soils, so we adjust excavation depths, sub-base build-ups and drainage design accordingly. We also align our work with local council expectations for surface water and public footway protection.
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Costs vary by access, depth of dig, spoil removal and whether you need drainage or concrete. As a guide in SW18, small groundwork packages (minor excavation and levelling) often start around £900–£2,500. Drainage runs or concrete bases commonly fall in the £2,500–£7,500 range. Larger foundation and retaining wall projects can be £8,000–£25,000+. We provide itemised estimates after a site visit.
Most domestic groundwork takes 2–10 working days, depending on scope. Site clearance and levelling may be completed in 1–3 days, while drainage, concrete work and retaining walls typically add several more. Foundations for an extension can take 1–2 weeks including inspections and curing time. Timescales are affected by access in SW18 streets, weather, hidden obstructions, and the volume of spoil to remove.
Many garden and driveway groundwork jobs are permitted development, but there are key exceptions. If you’re altering drainage to the public sewer, working near trees, changing access to the highway, or installing non-permeable driveway surfaces over 5m², you may need permissions or compliant drainage. Conservation areas can also add constraints. We’ll flag likely requirements, advise on permeable solutions, and help you stay aligned with London Borough of Wandsworth rules.
Yes. Our workmanship is backed by a 10-year warranty on qualifying groundwork elements such as sub-base installation, concrete bases, drainage workmanship and retaining wall construction (subject to design, loading and maintenance). We also use proven materials and follow correct compaction and curing practices to reduce settlement risk. Any manufacturer warranties on products are passed on to you. Warranty terms are confirmed in writing with your quote.
We tailor the build-up to what you’re installing above: Type 1 sub-base for paving, reinforced concrete for heavier loads, and permeable aggregates for SuDS-friendly driveways. Drainage options include ACO channels, soakaways, French drains and new pipe runs to suitable outfalls. For retaining walls, popular choices are concrete block with render, brick to match period homes, or sleeper walls where appropriate. We’ll recommend options based on levels, soil and finish preferences.
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