Hard Landscaping in Downham that improves access, adds value, and looks sharp year-round. From patios and pathways to walls, steps and driveways, we build it properly—first time. Based in Norbury, we’re around 20 minutes away for quick site visits.
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Downham gardens often need structure as much as style—safe steps, tidy edges, and surfaces that cope with heavy use. We design and build patios, pathways and retaining walls that suit real family life near Downham Fields and around BR1. Whether you’re upgrading a tired concrete slab or creating new access to the rear, we focus on clean levels, crisp lines and durable finishes. The result is a garden that works better in every season.
Our team understands the layouts and constraints common across the Downham estate, including 1920s cottage homes, 1930s semis and post-war housing. Front gardens can be narrow, side access can be tight, and levels often need careful setting out for steps and drainage. We regularly work across Catford, Grove Park and Bellingham, so we know what tends to fit these plots. That local experience helps us avoid surprises and keep builds moving.
Every project starts with a site survey, clear recommendations and a written quotation. We prepare proper foundations, install drainage where needed, and finish with precise edging so everything stays put. You’ll have a dedicated point of contact, tidy working practices, and a schedule you can plan around. Homeowners choose us for hard landscaping downham area projects because we’re straightforward, punctual and detail-led.
In the London Borough of Lewisham, we often see mixed ground conditions and gardens that need reliable drainage to prevent pooling. Parking and access can be limited on residential roads, so we plan deliveries and waste removal to minimise disruption. Many Downham properties have modest plot sizes, making smart layouts and efficient foundations essential. We tailor designs to suit local styles and keep finishes consistent with neighbouring homes.
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Costs vary by size, access and materials, but typical ranges are: patios from £120–£220 per m² installed; pathways from £90–£160 per m²; brick or block walls from £180–£350 per m²; and driveways from £110–£200 per m². Steps, drainage and foundations are priced after a survey because levels and ground conditions can change the scope. We provide a clear, itemised quote.
Most patio or pathway projects take 3–7 working days, depending on excavation depth, cutting, and curing time. Driveways are often 5–10 days, while walls, steps and drainage can add several days where levels are complex. Timescales are affected by access, waste removal, weather, and whether we’re building new foundations or working around existing services. We agree a schedule before starting and keep you updated daily.
Many garden hard landscaping works are permitted development, but driveways can trigger rules around permeable surfacing and surface-water runoff. If you’re replacing a front garden with an impermeable surface over 5m², you’ll usually need a compliant permeable system or planning consent. Walls, raised patios and work near boundaries can also have height and drainage considerations. We check requirements, advise on compliant options, and can support any applications if needed.
We provide a 10-year workmanship warranty on our hard landscaping installations, covering issues such as movement caused by incorrect sub-base preparation, poor jointing, or faulty installation of edges and steps. Materials are covered by their manufacturer warranties where applicable. The warranty assumes normal use and that drainage is not altered after completion. We also give care guidance for cleaning, sealing and winter protection to keep surfaces performing well.
Popular choices include porcelain paving for low maintenance, sandstone for a warmer natural look, and concrete or clay block paving for driveways and paths. For edging and walls, brickwork, sleepers and rendered blockwork are common, depending on the style of your home. We’ll help you choose colours, laying patterns and step proportions, then set out levels and drainage so the finished space looks balanced and functions properly.
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