Hard Landscaping in Shirley that’s built to last and finished with precision. From patios and pathways to driveways, walls and steps, we create crisp, usable outdoor spaces. Designed for CR0 homes and installed by a local team 15 minutes away.
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Shirley homeowners often want outdoor spaces that look sharp year-round and cope with real family use. We build patios, pathways, retaining walls and steps that suit gardens near Shirley Windmill and the wider CR0 area. Whether you’re improving access, adding levels, or replacing tired paving, our hardscape work focuses on clean lines and solid construction. Expect thoughtful layouts, tidy edges and finishes that complement your home.
The Shirley area has a mix of 1930s semis, detached houses and newer developments, each with different access and levels. We regularly work on side-return paths, front driveways and rear patio zones where space needs to be used efficiently. Gardens around Addington and towards Addiscombe can include slopes, mature planting and existing drainage quirks. Our designs respect these realities while upgrading structure, usability and kerb appeal.
We start with a site visit, measurements and a clear written scope, then plan levels, falls and drainage before any digging begins. Sub-bases, foundations and edging are installed to specification so paving and walls stay stable through the seasons. You’ll have a single point of contact, a tidy worksite, and straightforward updates throughout. All workmanship is backed by our 10-year warranty for added peace of mind.
Across the London Borough of Croydon, ground conditions can vary between compacted clay and mixed made-up layers, so we tailor excavation depths and sub-base build-ups accordingly. Many Shirley streets have limited parking and narrow side access, so we plan deliveries, waste removal and working hours to minimise disruption. Where gardens fall away towards Addington Hills, we prioritise retaining details, step geometry and safe handover. We also design with local property styles in mind, from 1930s brickwork to modern façades.
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Costs vary with access, levels, drainage needs and material choice. As a guide, a small patio or pathway might start around £1,500–£3,500, while larger patios commonly fall between £4,000–£12,000+. Driveways in CR0 often range from £5,000–£15,000+, depending on size, sub-base depth and edging. Walls, steps and drainage are usually priced after a site survey and level check.
Most patio or pathway projects take 3–7 working days, depending on excavation depth, cutting complexity and curing time. Driveways often take 5–10 working days, especially if drainage channels or new edging are required. Walls and steps can add several days where foundations and setting time are needed. Weather, access for machinery, and hidden issues (old concrete, soft spots, services) can affect the schedule.
Many patios, paths and garden walls are permitted development, but driveways can be subject to rules around surface water drainage and materials. If you’re paving a front garden, you may need a permeable surface or suitable drainage to a soakaway rather than the street. Restrictions can also apply to listed buildings or certain boundary treatments. We’ll advise what’s likely required and help you check Croydon guidance before work starts.
Our hard landscaping workmanship is covered by a 10-year warranty. This includes issues arising from installation, such as sub-base failure, movement caused by poor compaction, or incorrect falls leading to avoidable pooling (where applicable). Materials are covered by their manufacturer warranties, which vary by product. The warranty assumes normal use and that drainage outlets and joints are kept reasonably clear. Full terms are provided in writing with your quote.
We install a wide range of finishes, including porcelain paving, sandstone, granite setts, concrete pavers and resin-bound surfacing (where suitable). For structure, we build brickwork and block retaining walls, sleeper or masonry edging, and well-proportioned steps with consistent risers. We’ll help you choose colours and textures that suit your home, then set out patterns, borders and lighting/drainage details. Options are tailored to budget, slip resistance and maintenance preferences.
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