Create safer, smarter levels outdoors with Steps & Garden Staircases in Sevenoaks. We build natural stone, brick, block and sleeper steps, plus lighting, handrails and spiral options—finished to a premium standard.
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Sevenoaks gardens often combine formal front approaches with sloping rear lawns, so well-designed steps make a real difference. Whether you’re improving access from the driveway to the front door or linking terraces and lawns, we build staircases that feel part of the landscape. We regularly work near Knole House and around Riverhead, where levels and mature planting call for careful setting out. Expect crisp lines, comfortable risers and finishes that suit your home.
The Sevenoaks District is known for large detached houses, executive homes and characterful period properties, many with long paths and multi-level patios. In TN13 and TN14, we often see steep side returns and raised terraces that benefit from wider treads and discreet handrails. In Dunton Green and Otford, family gardens tend to need safer routes for children and guests, especially in wet months. We design for daily use, not just looks—grip, drainage and lighting are considered from the start.
We begin with a site survey to measure levels, check ground conditions and agree the safest route. You’ll receive clear design options, material samples and a tidy programme for installation, from sub-base preparation to pointing and final detailing. Our builds prioritise stability: correct foundations, consistent risers and proper edge restraint. Homeowners choose us for reliable communication, respectful site management and workmanship backed by a 10-year warranty.
Across Sevenoaks District, we often encounter clay-heavy soils and shaded areas that demand robust sub-bases and thoughtful drainage. Parking and access can be tight near Sevenoaks High Street, so we plan deliveries and waste removal to minimise disruption. Properties around TN15 and Kemsing can have steeper plots, making accurate setting-out essential for comfortable step geometry. We tailor widths, landings and handrail positions to suit each home’s layout and usage.
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Costs vary by number of steps, width, foundations and finishes. As a guide, simple sleeper steps might start around £250–£450 per step, while block or brick steps are often £350–£650 per step. Natural stone steps typically range from £500–£1,000+ per step depending on stone type and detailing. Lighting integration and handrails add to the total. We provide itemised estimates after a site visit.
Most small step runs take 2–4 days, including groundworks and making good around the edges. Larger staircases with landings, retaining edges or complex levels usually take 1–2 weeks. Timescales depend on access, spoil removal, curing time for concrete bases, and whether we’re integrating lighting or building alongside patios and walls. We’ll confirm a realistic programme once levels and materials are agreed.
In many cases, garden steps are permitted development and don’t require planning permission. However, rules can change if you’re altering ground levels significantly, building near boundaries, adding tall balustrades, or if the property is listed or within a conservation area. We’ll flag any potential issues during the survey and can advise on checking with Sevenoaks District Council where needed before work starts.
We provide a 10-year warranty on workmanship for our steps and garden staircases, covering installation issues such as movement from incorrect base preparation, loose units, or failing joints where our specification has been followed. Materials are also covered by manufacturer warranties where applicable. The warranty doesn’t cover accidental damage, misuse, or problems caused by third-party alterations or poor drainage beyond the agreed design.
We build natural stone steps (such as sandstone, limestone or granite), block steps with coping, traditional brick steps, and sleeper steps for softer garden schemes. For tighter spaces, we can design compact layouts and, where suitable, spiral staircases. Options include recessed step lights, low-glare pathway lighting and discreet handrails. We help you choose based on style, slip resistance, maintenance and how the steps connect to patios and paths.
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