Upgrade levels, patios and lawns with Steps & Garden Staircases in Penge designed to feel effortless and look premium. Choose natural stone, brick, block or sleeper steps, with optional lighting and handrails for year-round safety. We build for comfort underfoot, clean lines and long-term durability.
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If your garden slopes or your patio sits above the lawn, well-built steps make every day easier. We design and install staircases that suit Penge gardens, from compact runs behind Victorian terraces to wider feature steps for entertaining. Many of our projects are around SE20, including routes near Penge High Street and Alexandra Recreation Ground. The result is access that feels natural, looks intentional, and stands up to heavy use.
Homes in Penge often come with raised thresholds, narrow side returns and long rear gardens—especially in Victorian terraces and Edwardian houses. Period conversions can also mean shared access routes and tighter footprints, where a thoughtful layout matters. We tailor tread depth, riser height and landings to make movement comfortable, whether you’re heading to a patio, studio, or lawn. For nearby Anerley and Sydenham properties, we regularly build steps that handle level changes without dominating the space.
We start with a site visit to measure levels, check drainage routes and agree the best line of travel. You’ll receive a clear design proposal, material options and an itemised scope before work begins. Our builds use proper sub-bases, stable edge restraints and consistent step geometry, with neat finishes around paths and planting. Homeowners choose us for reliable scheduling, tidy working practices, and a 10-year workmanship warranty.
Penge sites often involve constrained access, on-street parking and shared alleyways, so we plan deliveries and waste removal carefully. Ground conditions can vary, so we build robust foundations and manage water run-off to prevent movement and algae-prone edges. Where properties sit close to boundaries, we keep lines tight and finishes clean to respect neighbours. We’re used to working around rail links near Penge East station and busy routes like Crooked Billet, scheduling to minimise disruption.
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Costs vary with height change, width, materials and any lighting or handrails. As a guide, simple sleeper or block steps often start from around £900–£2,000. Brick or premium blockwork with edging typically falls between £1,800–£4,000. Natural stone steps and bespoke detailing can be £3,000–£8,000+, especially with landings, drainage and integrated lighting. We provide an itemised quote after a site survey.
Most small step sets take 1–3 days, while larger staircases with landings, retaining edges and lighting integration usually take 4–10 working days. Timescales depend on excavation depth, access for materials, curing time for concrete bases, and whether we’re tying into patios or paths. Weather can also affect progress, particularly on clay-heavy ground. We’ll confirm a realistic programme before starting and keep you updated daily.
In many cases, garden steps are permitted development and don’t need planning permission, especially when they’re within your private rear garden and don’t significantly alter boundary treatments. However, rules can change for listed buildings, flats/maisonettes, or where works affect shared access. If you’re adding tall retaining structures, railings near a boundary, or major level changes, it may require checks. We’ll advise early and help confirm requirements with the London Borough of Bromley if needed.
We provide a 10-year workmanship warranty on our steps and garden staircases, covering installation quality such as sub-base preparation, stability, alignment and jointing. If a defect arises due to our workmanship, we’ll return to put it right. Materials (stone, blocks, bricks, lights and fittings) are covered by their manufacturer warranties where applicable. Normal wear, accidental damage and lack of maintenance aren’t included, but we’ll explain simple care steps.
We offer natural stone steps for a premium look, brick steps to match period homes, and block steps for clean modern lines. Sleeper steps work well for informal gardens and quick level changes, while spiral staircases can suit tight corners or raised decks. We can add lighting integration (recessed or side lights) and handrails for safety. We’ll help you choose based on style, slip resistance, maintenance, and how the steps connect to patios and paths.
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