Those steep banks behind Earlsfield's period properties won't manage themselves. Whether you're battling a collapsing boundary or dreaming of terraced planting beds, structural landscaping transforms unusable slopes into stunning features.
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Victorian Earlsfield wasn't built with level gardens in mind. Century-old retaining structures crumble, rear extensions create awkward level changes, and that prized south-facing slope keeps sliding toward your neighbour's fence. Modern engineering brings these challenging plots under control – think reinforced concrete block systems, proper drainage channels, and foundations that actually cope with London clay.
Forget stacking sleepers and hoping for the best. Professional wall construction starts below ground with compacted hardcore bases and perforated drainage pipes. Geotextile membranes prevent soil migration whilst allowing water through. Block-by-block construction incorporates movement joints every six metres, essential when SW18's clay expands and contracts seasonally. Coping stones cap everything off, shedding rainwater away from the structure.
Twenty years tackling Wandsworth's trickiest gardens means knowing which walls fail and why. Local knowledge matters – understanding how Earlsfield's heavy clay behaves, which suppliers deliver quality materials promptly, and navigating party wall agreements with tact.
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Basic timber walls start around £150 per square metre. Concrete block systems range £250-£400 per square metre depending on height and finish. Premium natural stone installations can reach £600+ per square metre. Most Earlsfield gardens need 15-30 square metres of walling.
Absolutely – from Garratt Lane's larger plots to the compact terraces near Earlsfield station. Regular projects in Southfields and Tooting mean our crews know every builders' merchant and access challenge in the area.
Small garden walls typically complete within 5-7 working days. Larger boundary reconstructions or terracing projects generally run 2-3 weeks. Weather permitting, naturally – concrete needs dry conditions to cure properly.
Every retaining wall installation includes decade-long structural coverage. This protects against foundation movement, water damage, and construction defects. Annual inspection visits help catch any minor issues before they escalate.
Sometimes. Minor leaning might respond to additional drainage and buttressing. Localised damage often allows partial rebuilding. However, walls showing multiple cracks, significant lean, or foundation exposure usually need complete reconstruction for safety.
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