Upgrade sloped gardens with Steps & Garden Staircases in Dulwich designed for safe, elegant access. From natural stone to brick and sleeper steps, we build to suit period homes and modern layouts. Add discreet lighting and handrails for year-round usability.
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Dulwich gardens often include level changes that deserve more than a basic path. We design and build bespoke steps and garden staircases that feel like a natural extension of your outdoor space, whether you’re near Dulwich Park or in SE21. Expect clean lines, comfortable riser heights, and finishes that complement planting, patios and boundary walls. Every staircase is set out for safe footing in wet weather.
From Georgian and Victorian houses to large detached properties, Dulwich homes benefit from detailing that respects their architecture. In East Dulwich and Dulwich Village, we regularly match brickwork, coping stones and paving tones so new steps don’t look “added on”. For tighter side returns and basement gardens, we can incorporate compact turns or spiral staircases without compromising comfort. Our steps & garden staircases Dulwich area service is tailored to the way these plots are used day to day.
We start with a site visit to measure levels, discuss movement routes, and agree the look—stone, block, brick or sleepers. You’ll receive a clear specification covering foundations, drainage, edging and any lighting integration or handrails. Our builds are tidy, scheduled, and checked for consistent tread and riser dimensions throughout. Homeowners choose us for dependable workmanship, transparent communication and a long-term finish that stays solid.
Many properties across SE22 and SE24 have narrow access routes and limited on-street parking, so we plan deliveries and waste removal carefully. Southwark’s mix of clay soils and mature tree roots can affect excavation depth and drainage, particularly near established gardens. We set steps on properly prepared foundations and allow for movement, runoff and edging restraint. If your home is listed or in a conservation area, we’ll advise on sympathetic materials and detailing.
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Costs vary with height change, width, materials and access. As a guide, simple sleeper steps often start around £900–£2,000, while brick or block steps typically fall between £1,800–£4,500. Natural stone steps and bespoke detailing can be £3,500–£9,000+. Lighting integration, handrails, landings and drainage can add £300–£2,500 depending on specification. We provide a detailed written quote after a site survey.
Most small to medium installations take 2–5 working days, including excavation, sub-base preparation and finishing. Larger multi-level access schemes or complex layouts (curved runs, landings, retaining edges, or spiral staircases) may take 1–3 weeks. Timescales depend on ground conditions, access through the property, curing time for concrete, and whether lighting, handrails or associated paving is included. We’ll confirm a programme before starting.
In many cases, garden steps are permitted development and won’t need planning permission, especially when they’re within the rear garden and don’t significantly alter boundaries. However, rules can change for listed buildings, conservation areas, or where works affect shared walls, front elevations or public-facing features. We’ll discuss your specific site in Dulwich and can help you check Southwark requirements before work begins, so the design stays compliant.
We provide a 10-year workmanship warranty on our steps and garden staircases, covering structural integrity, installation quality and issues arising from our construction methods. This includes sub-base preparation, bedding, pointing and fixing where specified. The warranty doesn’t cover accidental damage, misuse, or movement caused by external factors such as major tree root disruption or groundworks by others. We’ll also advise on aftercare to keep surfaces safe and looking sharp.
We install natural stone steps (sandstone, limestone, granite), block steps with paving caps, brick steps to match period façades, and sleeper steps for a softer garden look. For tight spaces, we can design compact turns or spiral staircases, plus landings for comfortable breaks on steeper slopes. Optional extras include recessed step lights, low-glare path lighting, and handrails in painted steel or timber. We’ll help you choose based on style, slip resistance and maintenance.
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