Those narrow Victorian gardens around Mitcham Common deserve proper shed foundations that won't sink after the first winter. Local knowledge makes all the difference when dealing with London clay and awkward access routes.
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Mitcham's mix of housing throws up interesting challenges for shed installations. Period properties near Figges Marsh often feature long, thin gardens with limited side access, whilst newer developments towards Colliers Wood might have compact plots where every square metre counts. Getting the base right means your shed stays level, dry, and functional for decades rather than becoming that wonky eyesore you keep meaning to sort out.
Concrete bases remain popular, particularly for heavier workshops or large storage units. Eco-friendly options like recycled plastic grids work brilliantly on sloping gardens common in SW16's residential streets. Timber frameworks suit lighter structures and blend naturally with established gardens. Each method requires different ground preparation - crucial when dealing with mature tree roots from Mitcham's leafy streets or the heavy clay that plagues much of CR4.
Twenty-three years working across South London means recognising drainage patterns unique to each postcode. Local builders' merchants know us by name, which proves handy when navigating Mitcham's one-way systems with materials.
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Budget £350-£500 for a standard 6x8ft concrete base, though awkward access through terraced houses might push costs higher. Eco-bases start around £280, whilst larger workshop foundations can reach £800-£1200 depending on ground conditions.
Absolutely - from the conservation areas near Mitcham Common to new builds in Pollards Hill. Regular work takes us through CR4's residential streets and across to SW16's borders with Streatham.
Most bases need 48-72 hours to cure properly before shed installation. Book us 5-7 days ahead and your base will be ready when your shed arrives - weather permitting, naturally.
Decade-long guarantee covers settlement issues and structural integrity. Should anything shift or crack through normal use, we'll return to rectify it without quibbling over technicalities.
Octagonal summerhouses, L-shaped workshops, even bases for multiple connected units - done them all. Bring us your plans or sketches and we'll calculate exactly what's needed, including any special reinforcement for heavy items like ride-on mowers.
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