Upgrade slopes and level changes with Steps & Garden Staircases in Nunhead designed for everyday safety and kerb appeal. From natural stone to brick and sleeper steps, we create clean, durable access with optional lighting and handrails.
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Gardens around SE15 often have awkward level changes that make paths slippery and hard to use year-round. We design and build steps that feel natural in the landscape, whether you want a straight run, a sweeping curve, or a compact spiral. Near Nunhead Green and Telegraph Hill Park, we’re regularly called in to replace tired, uneven steps with crisp, properly founded staircases. The result is safer access and a garden that looks more considered.
Nunhead’s Victorian terraces, Edwardian houses and period cottages frequently come with narrow side returns, raised patios and sloping rear gardens. That means step proportions, drainage and edging details matter as much as the finish. We match materials to the character of the property—brick steps that sit comfortably with period walls, or natural stone that elevates a refurbished terrace. For homes close to Nunhead Cemetery, we also consider mature tree roots and shaded areas that can encourage algae on poorly designed steps.
We start with a site visit to measure levels, discuss movement through the garden and agree a design that meets building best practice for rise and going. You’ll receive clear options on materials, finishes, handrails and lighting integration, plus a tidy schedule for the works. Our team prepares a stable sub-base, manages drainage and installs each tread with careful alignment for a solid feel underfoot. Homeowners choose us for reliable communication, neat workmanship and a 10-year warranty for peace of mind.
Working in the London Borough of Southwark, we’re used to tight access routes, resident parking controls and careful material deliveries. Nunhead gardens can have clay-heavy ground and shaded corners, so we design bases and falls to prevent movement and standing water. For older properties, we pay attention to existing brickwork, boundary walls and drainage runs before we dig. We also plan waste removal and site protection to keep neighbours and shared paths in good order.
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Costs vary with height, width, materials and access. As a guide, simple sleeper steps often start around £900–£1,800 for a small run. Brick or block steps typically range from £1,500–£3,500 depending on foundations and edging. Natural stone steps commonly fall between £2,500–£6,500+, especially with landings, curved layouts, lighting integration or handrails.
Most small step installations take 1–3 days, while larger staircases with landings, retaining edges and lighting usually take 4–10 working days. Timescales depend on excavation depth, ground conditions, curing time for concrete, and whether we’re tying into existing patios or paths. Access and skip placement can also affect programme, particularly on narrower streets and terraces.
In many cases, garden steps are permitted development because they’re considered minor landscaping works. However, rules can change if you’re altering boundary walls, adding substantial structures, or working near a listed building or within a conservation area. We’ll flag any potential issues during the survey and can advise on checking with Southwark Council before work starts, especially where height changes are significant.
Yes. Our steps and garden staircases come with a 10-year warranty covering workmanship and installation-related defects, including movement caused by inadequate base preparation. It also covers issues like loose treads or failed pointing where attributable to our work. The warranty doesn’t cover accidental damage, misuse, or problems caused by third-party alterations. We also provide care guidance to keep surfaces safe and looking their best.
We build natural stone steps for a premium finish, plus block, brick and sleeper steps to suit different budgets and property styles. Designs range from straight runs with crisp edges to curved layouts, multi-level access with landings, and space-saving spiral staircases. We can add handrails and discreet step lighting for safety. We’ll help you choose based on garden levels, drainage, slip resistance and how you use the space.
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