Transform awkward levels into elegant, safe access with Steps & Garden Staircases in Putney. We build stone, brick, block and sleeper steps, plus lighting and handrails, to suit SW15 gardens.
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Putney gardens often need practical level changes, especially on sloping plots near Putney Heath or along routes towards Putney Bridge. We design and build garden steps that feel natural in the landscape and comfortable underfoot in all weather. From a short run down to a patio to a full multi-level access route, every tread and riser is set out for safe, consistent walking. Finishes are chosen to complement your paving, planting and boundary details.
Our work suits the character of SW15 homes, from Victorian and Edwardian houses with narrow side returns to riverside apartments needing clean, contemporary lines. In West Putney and East Putney, we regularly replace tired, uneven steps with well-proportioned staircases that improve day-to-day use and kerb appeal. We can match existing brickwork, introduce natural stone for a premium look, or use sleepers for a softer garden feel. Where space is tight, we plan landings and turns carefully to keep access comfortable.
We start with a site visit to measure levels, discuss preferred materials and confirm how you move through the garden. You’ll receive a clear design proposal, itemised options and a realistic programme, then we handle excavation, sub-bases, drainage and tidy finishing. Our builds prioritise stability, slip resistance and neat detailing around borders and patios. Homeowners choose us for consistent workmanship, respectful site management and long-lasting results backed by a written warranty.
Putney sites can involve mixed ground, mature tree roots and tight access from Putney High Street-style roads. We plan deliveries, parking and waste removal to minimise disruption, and we adapt methods for terraced gardens and riverside developments. Where runoff is a concern near the River Thames towpath, we detail falls and drainage to keep steps drier and cleaner. If any boundary or front-garden constraints apply, we’ll flag them early and work around them.
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Costs vary with height change, width, materials and groundworks. As a guide, simple sleeper steps may start around £250–£450 per step, while brick or block steps commonly fall £350–£650 per step. Natural stone steps often range £500–£900+ per step depending on stone type and detailing. Lighting, handrails, landings and drainage can add £500–£3,000+ to a project.
A small run of 3–5 steps is often completed in 2–4 days once materials are on site. A larger staircase with landings, retaining edges, lighting integration and complex levels typically takes 1–3 weeks. Timescales depend on excavation depth, access for bringing materials through the property, curing time for concrete bases, and weather. We provide a programme before starting and keep you updated daily.
Most rear-garden steps and staircases are usually permitted development, especially when they don’t significantly alter ground levels near boundaries or affect neighbouring privacy. However, rules can change for listed buildings, conservation areas, or where works form part of larger landscaping and retaining structures. We’ll advise during the survey, check whether any permissions are sensible to confirm, and can work with your architect or submit drawings if required.
We provide a 10-year workmanship warranty on our steps and garden staircases, covering structural integrity and installation quality when used and maintained normally. This includes issues such as movement caused by inadequate sub-bases or incorrect setting-out. Materials are also covered by any relevant manufacturer warranties where applicable (for example, certain lighting components). We’ll explain what’s included in writing and how to care for surfaces to keep them safe and clean.
We build natural stone steps (sandstone, limestone, granite), brick steps to match period homes, block steps with crisp coping, and sleeper steps for a softer garden style. We also design spiral staircases where space is limited, plus handrails and discreet lighting integration for night-time safety. During the design visit we’ll assess levels, suggest tread widths and landings, and help you choose finishes that suit your paving, planting and property style.
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