Shed Bases in Paddington that stay level, solid and dry all year. Choose concrete, paving slabs, plastic grid or timber bases, built to suit your shed and access. We handle preparation, drainage and a clean, accurate finish.
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A shed is only as good as what it sits on, especially in W2 where gardens can be compact and access is tight. We install bases that prevent rocking, damp and door misalignment, whether you’re near Paddington station or closer to Little Venice. From small tool sheds to larger garden offices, we build to the exact footprint and leave a neat edge finish. Expect tidy work, clear measurements and a base that lasts.
Homes around Bayswater and Marylebone often have courtyards, rear patios or shared access routes that demand careful planning. We’re used to working with stucco townhouses, mansion flats and modern apartments where space, noise and timing matter. If your garden sits above a basement or has raised planters, we’ll specify the right build-up to avoid movement. Our shed bases Paddington area service is designed for real-world London gardens, not idealised plots.
We start with a site visit to check levels, ground make-up and water run-off, then recommend the best base type for your shed and budget. Preparation includes excavation where needed, compacted sub-base and a level finish with correct falls for drainage. We protect surrounding paving and planting, and we remove waste responsibly. Homeowners choose us for dependable scheduling, transparent options and workmanship backed by a 10-year warranty.
Paddington gardens can have mixed ground conditions, from made-up soil to compacted sub-layers, so we assess bearing and drainage before we build. Access near Maida Vale and the canal-side routes around Paddington Basin can be narrow, so we plan deliveries and barrow runs to reduce disruption. We also factor in parking and loading constraints typical in the City of Westminster. The result is a base specification that fits the site, not a one-size approach.
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Costs depend on size, base type and how much preparation is required. As a guide, small paving slab bases often start around £350–£750, while concrete bases for larger sheds commonly fall in the £900–£2,000+ range. Plastic grid bases can be cost-effective for lighter sheds, typically £500–£1,200. Excavation depth, waste removal, access near W2, and drainage requirements will influence the final figure.
Most shed bases are completed in 1 day, especially slab or grid systems with straightforward access. Concrete bases may take 1–2 days for groundworks and pouring, plus curing time before the shed is installed (often 48–72 hours for light use, longer for heavy loads). Timescales vary with excavation needs, rain, steps or narrow side access, and whether we’re matching levels to existing patios or paths.
In many cases, a shed and its base fall under permitted development, so formal planning permission isn’t usually needed. However, rules can change based on shed height, proximity to boundaries, listed buildings, conservation areas, and whether the structure is classed as an outbuilding for different use. We’ll flag potential issues during the survey and can help you check City of Westminster guidance before work starts, so there are no surprises.
Yes. Our shed base installations come with a 10-year warranty covering workmanship and structural integrity of the base build-up (such as sub-base preparation, levels and stability) when used as intended. It also covers issues caused by installation faults, like uneven settlement from inadequate compaction. It doesn’t cover damage from third-party alterations, extreme impact loads outside the design, or problems caused by underlying services that weren’t disclosed.
We install concrete bases for maximum strength, paving slab bases for a practical, modular finish, plastic grid bases for fast-draining lightweight setups, and timber bases where a raised, ventilated platform is best. Choice depends on shed weight, intended use (storage vs office), drainage, and access for materials. We’ll measure the shed footprint, check levels, and recommend the best system for your garden so the shed stays stable and dry.
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