That corner of your Thornton Heath garden deserves better than an uneven shed sitting on bare earth. Whether you're battling the notorious London clay or dealing with the typical sloped plots around Brigstock Road, a proper base transforms your outdoor storage from temporary to permanent.
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Victorian terraces dominate much of CR7, meaning gardens here often present unique challenges – narrow access paths, established root systems, and that stubborn clay soil that shifts with every season. Installing shed bases throughout Thornton Heath has taught us that each property needs its own approach. From compact courtyards near the High Street to the larger plots towards Broad Green, getting the groundwork right prevents years of frustration with doors that won't close and floors that buckle.
Concrete bases remain popular, though increasingly residents opt for eco-base systems that manage drainage better in our wet climate. Excavation depth depends entirely on what lies beneath – sometimes it's builder's rubble from post-war reconstruction, other times pristine clay that hasn't been disturbed since the Edwardians laid out these streets. Proper membrane installation prevents moisture creeping up through your base, while strategic positioning ensures rainwater runs away from your structure rather than pooling against it.
Twenty years working across South London means knowing which suppliers deliver on time to Selhurst depot and understanding how Thornton Heath's specific ground conditions affect every project. Local knowledge matters when you're digging foundations – knowing where old air raid shelters might lurk or how deep the frost line runs in this particular corner of Croydon.
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Most Thornton Heath gardens need bases costing between £400-£800, though larger workshops or particularly challenging sites can reach £1,200. Factors include access difficulty, soil type, and whether we're working around established plants or services.
Absolutely – from the Pond area right through to South Norwood Country Park borders. Regular projects take us throughout CR7, plus neighbouring Selhurst and the Broad Green corridor.
Initial site assessment typically happens within 3-4 days, with most bases completed 7-10 days after approval. Weather permitting, a standard 8x6 base takes one day, larger projects might need two.
Each base carries decade-long protection against settlement or structural failure. This covers the concrete/eco-base integrity, membrane effectiveness, and overall levelness – essentially everything except damage from tree roots growing after installation.
Hexagonal summerhouses, L-shaped workshops, even bases for multiple connected structures – we calculate exact dimensions during site visits. Non-rectangular bases often suit CR7's awkward garden corners perfectly, maximising usable space.
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