That sunken corner where water pools after every downpour? Victorian terraces throughout Norbury weren't built with modern patio foundations in mind. Let's sort out those wonky slabs and drainage nightmares properly.
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Norbury's mix of Edwardian semis and post-war homes often struggle with patios laid decades ago on inadequate bases. Clay soil movement, particularly around Thornton Heath's hillier spots, creates those frustrating dips and cracks. Rather than patch over problems, addressing the root cause prevents annual repair cycles many homeowners face.
Proper assessment starts beneath the visible damage - checking sub-base integrity, identifying drainage paths, and understanding soil conditions specific to your plot. Lifting affected sections reveals whether simple relevelling suffices or full foundation reconstruction makes more sense. Materials get matched to existing surfaces where possible, though sometimes upgrading to modern permeable options solves persistent puddling issues common in SW16's compact gardens.
Twenty years fixing patios between Pollards Hill and Streatham means recognising problems before they escalate. Local knowledge matters when clay expansion affects different streets uniquely.
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Small repairs like repointing or levelling individual slabs generally run £200-500. Comprehensive overhauls for standard Victorian terrace patios (30-40m²) typically range £1,500-3,500 depending on foundation work needed.
Absolutely - from the residential streets near Norbury station right through to the boundaries with Streatham and Thornton Heath. Regular work includes those tricky sloped gardens towards Pollards Hill too.
Minor fixes often complete within a day. Full patio restoration typically takes 3-5 days, weather permitting. Initial assessment usually arranged within the week.
All structural repairs carry decade-long protection against failure. This covers foundation work, relevelling, and drainage improvements - essentially everything except natural weathering of surface materials.
Usually yes - careful lifting and cleaning allows most heritage materials to be reset properly. Where matching replacements are needed, salvage yards around South London often stock period-appropriate options.
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