Keston's hillside gardens demand clever engineering when gravity works against you. Those charming split-level plots throughout BR2 become infinitely more usable with properly designed retaining structures.
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Clay soil movement plagues many properties between Hayes Common and Keston Mark, particularly where Victorian builders carved homes into natural slopes. Modern retaining walls transform these challenging gradients into functional terraces. Professional installation prevents the seasonal subsidence that affects so many local gardens, especially near the old gravel workings.
Ground pressure calculations determine whether timber sleepers suffice or if reinforced concrete blocks become necessary. Drainage channels behind the structure prevent water buildup - crucial given Keston's heavy winter rainfall. Proper foundations extend below frost depth, while geotextile membranes separate backfill from native soil. Each wall incorporates weep holes positioned to channel groundwater away from both the structure and neighbouring properties.
Twenty years handling BR2's unique geology means recognising which slopes need immediate attention. Local knowledge matters when navigating preservation requirements near Keston Common.
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Basic timber walls start around £150-200 per linear metre, while engineered block systems range £300-500. Steep banks near Fishponds Wood often require £600+ solutions due to height and drainage complexity.
Absolutely - from Keston Village centre to properties backing onto Hayes Common, including those tricky slopes near Leaves Green. Regular work extends through Farnborough and into Bromley's outskirts.
Emergency stabilisation takes 1-2 days, with complete rebuilds typically finished within 5-8 working days. Larger terracing projects near Holwood Park occasionally stretch to three weeks.
All installations carry decade-long structural warranties covering movement and water ingress. Annual inspections during years 2-5 ensure early detection of any settlement issues common to BR2's variable substrates.
Definitely - integrated staircases maximise usable space while planted terraces soften hard landscaping. Many Keston gardens benefit from combining retained beds with natural stone steps, creating seamless transitions between levels.
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