Those sloping Crystal Palace gardens needn't stop your shed plans. Proper groundwork transforms even the trickiest Victorian terrace plots into solid storage solutions.
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Victorian properties throughout Upper Norwood come with their quirks - narrow access, mature trees, and slopes that would test a mountain goat. Creating level shed foundations here requires understanding both the ground conditions and the practical realities of SE19's compact gardens. Years working these hillside plots means knowing exactly where to position bases for maximum garden use while avoiding those hidden drainage runs.
Concrete pours need careful timing around Crystal Palace's unpredictable weather patterns. Ground preparation starts with excavating through London clay, laying hardcore, then reinforcing where necessary. Timber frame bases suit lighter structures and offer flexibility around existing features like the boundary walls common in Anerley's terraced gardens. Each method accounts for water runoff - essential when autumn leaves block every gutter in SE20.
Local knowledge counts when navigating Penge's narrow alleyways with cement mixers. Understanding which properties share access paths, where to position skips without blocking neighbours - these details matter as much as technical expertise.
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Most bases in SE19 gardens range £400-800, though larger workshops or difficult access can push towards £1,200. Concrete typically costs more than timber frames, but lasts decades longer.
Absolutely - from the grand Victorian gardens near the park to Anerley's compact terraces. Regular work takes us through both SE19 and SE20, including those tricky sloped plots in Upper Norwood.
Weather permitting, most bases take 2-3 days including ground prep and curing time. Timber frames often finish within a day, while concrete needs proper setting time.
Every base carries a decade-long warranty covering settlement and structural integrity. Documentation includes photos of reinforcement placement and depth measurements - peace of mind that outlasts most sheds.
Hillside plots are common here - retaining edges, stepped bases, or built-up platforms all work depending on the gradient. Sometimes repositioning saves considerable groundwork while maintaining garden flow.
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