Outdoor Seating Areas in Shirley that turn your garden into a place you’ll use every day. From pergola seating and dining spaces to fire pit areas and lighting, we build it to last.
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Shirley gardens deserve seating that feels like an extra room outdoors. Whether you want a paved patio for family meals or a cosy fire pit area for evenings, we design around how you live. We regularly work near Shirley Windmill and along the greener edges by Addington Hills, so we understand the local look and levels. Every layout is planned for comfort, flow and practical access.
Homes in CR0 range from classic 1930s semis to larger detached plots and newer developments, and each needs a different approach. For narrower side access, we specify materials and build methods that minimise disruption. On bigger gardens near Shirley Park Golf Club, we can zone the space into dining, sun lounging and shaded seating without it feeling cluttered. The result is a garden that suits the property and adds usable value.
We start with a site visit, measure-up and clear design options, then provide a written scope and schedule. Our builds include solid sub-bases, proper drainage falls and neat edging details so patios stay level and safe. Homeowners choose us for tidy workmanship, reliable communication and premium finishes that hold up to British weather. We’re only around 15 minutes away, so aftercare and follow-ups are straightforward.
Across the London Borough of Croydon, ground conditions can vary from firm clay to made-up garden soils, so we tailor the sub-base and drainage. Many Shirley properties have stepped plots and raised patios, and we plan levels to avoid water tracking towards the house. Parking and access can be tight on residential roads, so deliveries are scheduled to reduce disruption. We also match paving and timber tones to the character of 1930s semis and modern builds alike.
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Costs vary with size, levels and finishes. As a guide, a small patio seating area typically starts around £2,500–£5,000. Mid-sized designs with lighting and built-in benches often fall between £6,000–£12,000. Larger builds with pergola seating, premium paving and a fire pit area can be £12,000–£25,000+. We’ll confirm ranges after a site survey in CR0.
Most projects take 3–10 working days once materials are on site. A straightforward patio area may be completed in under a week, while designs with pergolas, built-in benches, lighting and multiple levels usually take 1–3 weeks. Timescales depend on access, ground conditions, drainage requirements and curing time for mortar or concrete. We provide a clear programme before work begins.
In many cases, patios, seating areas and pergolas are permitted development and don’t need planning permission. However, rules can change if you’re in a conservation area, near boundaries, altering significant levels, or adding taller structures and fixed lighting. We’ll talk through the design and check what applies in the London Borough of Croydon, including any relevant guidance, before you commit to the build.
We back our workmanship with a 10-year warranty on installation, covering issues such as settlement caused by inadequate sub-base preparation, loose edging, and workmanship-related defects. Materials are also covered by manufacturer warranties where applicable (for example, paving, composite decking or lighting components). The warranty doesn’t cover accidental damage, misuse or extreme weather events, but we’re always available for maintenance advice and repairs.
We can create everything from porcelain or sandstone patio areas to composite decking, with built-in benches in timber, brick or rendered finishes. Popular options include pergola seating with slatted shade, fire pit areas in stone or steel, and dining spaces with integrated lighting. We’ll help you choose finishes that suit your house style, budget and maintenance preferences, and we’ll plan drainage and levels to keep the area usable year-round.
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