Crystal Palace's dramatic hillside location creates stunning views but challenging gardens. Proper retaining structures transform those steep slopes into usable outdoor spaces while protecting your property's foundations.
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Victorian terraces throughout SE19 often feature gardens that drop away sharply from the house. These characteristic Crystal Palace slopes need careful engineering to prevent soil movement and create level areas for patios or planting. Working with the area's heavy clay soil and occasional underground springs requires local knowledge built over years of projects in Upper Norwood and Anerley.
Modern gabion walls suit contemporary extensions popular in SE20, whilst traditional brick matches period properties. Reinforced concrete blocks provide the strength needed for significant height differences common near the park. Drainage channels integrated behind the structure prevent water pressure buildup - crucial given Crystal Palace's position catches substantial rainfall rolling off the ridge.
Twenty years tackling Penge's steepest gardens means understanding which solutions last. Every wall gets engineered specifically for your soil conditions and load requirements.
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Basic timber walls start around £150 per square metre. Brick or rendered block construction ranges £250-400, whilst natural stone can reach £500+ depending on material choice and site access difficulties.
Regular installations across SE19 from Westow Hill to Church Road, plus all of SE20 including Anerley Hill. Also covering neighbouring Penge and the Upper Norwood triangle.
Small timber structures take 3-5 days including groundwork. Brick or block walls typically need 2-3 weeks allowing for foundations to cure properly before backfilling.
All retaining structures carry decade-long protection covering both materials and construction integrity. This includes settlement issues and water ingress problems.
Absolutely - integrated steps maximise space efficiency on steep sites. Built-in planting pockets soften hard landscaping whilst drainage considerations remain paramount for long-term stability.
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