Shed Bases in Kensington that stay level, dry and built to last. Choose concrete, paving slabs, plastic grids or timber—installed with careful preparation and drainage.
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A well-built shed base prevents sticking doors, damp floors and premature rot. We install shed bases across Kensington, from South Kensington gardens to plots near Kensington Gardens. Every base is set to a precise level finish, sized to your shed and positioned for practical access. Expect clean edges, tidy working and a base that looks as good as it performs.
Kensington homes often come with compact rear gardens, raised patios and shared access routes—especially around Holland Park and W8 mansion blocks. We’re used to working alongside period conversions, stucco townhouses and elegant squares where space is tight and finishes matter. Our team plans deliveries and waste removal to minimise disruption, and we protect paths, steps and planting. The result is a base that complements premium landscaping and high-value outdoor spaces.
We start with a site visit to confirm levels, ground conditions and the best base type for your shed and use. Preparation includes excavation where required, a stable sub-base, and drainage considerations to keep water away from the structure. We build to accurate dimensions, allowing for manufacturer tolerances and airflow where needed. Homeowners choose us for reliable scheduling, clear written scopes, and workmanship backed by a 10-year warranty.
In the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea, gardens can have mixed ground—made-up soil, old paving layers, and clay pockets that hold water. Access is often via side returns or communal corridors, so we plan barrowing routes, protect finishes, and keep noise and mess controlled. Parking and loading around Kensington High Street and W14 can be restricted, so we schedule deliveries and waste collection carefully. If you need shed bases kensington area solutions for tight spaces, we tailor the build method to suit.
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Costs vary by size, base type and access. As a guide, paving slab bases often start around £350–£700 for small sheds, while concrete bases are typically £600–£1,500+ depending on thickness, reinforcement and excavation. Plastic grid bases can be £450–£1,200, and timber bases usually £400–£1,000. Difficult access in W8/W14, waste removal and drainage work can increase the total.
Most small shed bases can be completed in 1 day, especially slab, grid or timber builds with straightforward preparation. Concrete bases may take 1–2 days on site, plus curing time before the shed is installed (often 48–72 hours, longer in cold weather). Timescales depend on excavation depth, ground conditions, steps or narrow access, and whether drainage improvements are needed.
In many cases, a shed base and a typical garden shed fall under permitted development, so planning permission isn’t required. However, rules can change if the shed is large, close to boundaries, in a front garden, or if the property is listed or within a conservation area (common locally). We’ll discuss your layout and check the relevant guidance, and we can advise if you should confirm details with the council.
Yes. Our shed base installations come with a 10-year warranty covering workmanship and structural integrity of the base, including levels, stability and fixings where applicable. It’s designed to protect you against issues caused by poor preparation or installation. The warranty doesn’t cover damage from third-party works, flooding events beyond reasonable drainage design, or shed defects, but we’re always available to inspect and advise.
We install concrete bases for maximum rigidity, paving slab bases for cost-effective strength, plastic grid bases for permeable, fast installs, and timber bases where a raised, ventilated platform is preferred. We’ll help you choose based on shed weight, intended use (storage, workshop, bike shed), drainage and aesthetics. For shed bases in Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea properties, we also factor in access and finish quality to suit premium gardens.
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