Upgrade your garden with Lawn Installation in Shirley from Fine Landscaping. We handle everything from site preparation and topsoil to turf supply, laying, edging and aftercare. Expect a level, lush finish that suits your home and lifestyle.
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A great lawn changes how your garden feels and how you use it, whether it’s for family time or a tidy outlook from the kitchen. Our team installs new lawns across CR0, including projects near Shirley Windmill and Shirley Park Golf Club. We create an even base, improve drainage, and deliver a finish that looks sharp from day one. Choose premium turf or a seeding option depending on budget and timescales.
Shirley’s leafy streets include plenty of 1930s semis with long rear gardens, plus detached homes and newer developments that need a crisp, low-maintenance lawn. We regularly work around established borders, patios and side access routes, keeping disruption to a minimum. If you’re in Addiscombe, Croydon or heading towards Addington, we tailor the lawn build-up to your plot and how the garden is used. The result is a lawn that sits naturally with the property rather than looking like an afterthought.
Our process starts with proper site preparation: removing poor turf, levelling, grading and adding quality topsoil where needed. We then supply and lay fresh turf with tight joints, or seed with the right mix for sun, shade and wear. Edging is finished cleanly so mowing stays simple, and we provide clear aftercare instructions for watering and first cuts. With a local team only 15 minutes away, homeowners trust us for reliable scheduling, tidy workmanship and a result that lasts.
Ground conditions across the London Borough of Croydon can vary, so we assess soil structure, compaction and drainage before we start. In Shirley, we often find gardens that need careful levelling after old paths, tree roots or previous landscaping. We plan materials and deliveries to suit residential access and parking, keeping neighbours in mind. The approach is always practical: stable bases, clean edges and a lawn that copes with everyday use.
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Costs vary with access, ground condition and whether you choose turf or seed. As a guide, turf installation (including preparation, topsoil where required, and laying) often falls around £45–£85 per m². Seeding can be lower, typically £18–£35 per m², but takes longer to establish. Steep slopes, heavy clay, removal of old turf, and extra edging can increase the overall price.
Most lawns in Shirley are completed in 1–2 days for an average rear garden when using turf, including preparation and laying. Larger plots, tricky access, or significant levelling and topsoil import can extend this to 3–5 days. Seeding is usually installed in a day, but you’ll need several weeks for germination and establishment. Weather, soil moisture and delivery timings can also affect the schedule.
In most cases, a new lawn is classed as permitted garden work and doesn’t need planning permission. However, restrictions can apply if you’re in a conservation area, altering levels significantly, changing drainage arrangements, or working near protected trees. If your project is part of a wider redesign, we’ll flag any potential issues early. We can also advise on good practice to avoid run-off onto paths or neighbouring properties.
Yes. We provide a 10-year warranty on our workmanship for the installed lawn base and preparation works, covering issues such as poor grading or settlement caused by installation faults. Turf and seed are living materials, so successful establishment also depends on watering, mowing and seasonal conditions. We’ll give clear aftercare guidance and can recommend follow-up visits if needed. Any concerns in the early weeks are handled promptly.
We offer premium turf supply for an instant green finish, plus a seeding option where you want flexibility on budget or grass type. Popular choices include hard-wearing family lawns, finer ornamental turf, and shade-tolerant mixes for gardens with trees. We can also install crisp edging using metal, timber or brick to keep lines sharp. We’ll help you choose based on sunlight, drainage, pets, and how you plan to use the space.
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