Those uneven patio slabs catching your garden furniture? Victorian properties across Streatham Common often settle unevenly, while newer builds near Furzedown struggle with inadequate sub-bases.
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Streatham's mix of housing presents unique patio challenges. Clay soil movement affects countless properties between the High Road and Tooting Bec Common, causing slabs to sink and crack. Whether your terrace backs onto the railway line or sits on the slopes near Streatham Hill, proper repair techniques matter. Local knowledge counts when dealing with everything from 1930s semis to contemporary townhouses.
Repairing rather than replacing saves both money and disruption. Lifting affected slabs reveals the underlying issue - often washout from blocked drains or tree root damage from those mature London planes lining local streets. Fresh bedding mortar, properly compacted Type 1 substrate, then careful re-laying transforms wonky surfaces. Repointing with flexible compounds accommodates seasonal movement typical in SW16's variable ground conditions.
Twenty years fixing patios from Streatham Vale to Norbury means recognising problems before they worsen. Former clients regularly stop us at Sainsbury's to say their repairs still look perfect seasons later.
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Small repair jobs addressing 5-10 loose slabs usually run £300-£600. Complete relevelling of a standard Victorian terrace patio (40-50m²) ranges £1,200-£2,500 depending on drainage work needed.
Absolutely - from Streatham Hill station down to Mitcham Lane, across to Furzedown recreation ground. All SW16 and SW2 postcodes, plus neighbouring areas where Wandsworth meets Lambeth.
Most domestic patio repairs complete within 2-3 days. Larger terraces or those needing substantial groundwork might stretch to a working week, weather permitting.
Each repair carries decade-long coverage against settlement or joint failure. Given Streatham's ground conditions, this includes annual checks if requested - particularly valuable for properties near the common with active tree roots.
Usually yes - salvage yards stock discontinued lines, whilst careful cleaning brings faded slabs back to life. Where exact matches prove impossible, strategic placement creates intentional patterns rather than obvious patches.
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