Fine Landscaping designs and builds Steps & Garden Staircases in Streatham that feel solid, safe and beautifully finished. Choose natural stone, brick, block or sleeper steps, with handrails and discreet lighting for confident footing year-round.
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Streatham gardens often sit on changing levels, especially around Streatham Hill and the streets leading towards Streatham Common. We create steps and garden staircases that make everyday routes safer—down to patios, lawns, side returns and rear terraces. From crisp brick risers to natural stone treads, every detail is set out for comfortable stride and long-term stability. We can also integrate lighting so paths stay usable after dark.
Homeowners across SW16 and SW2 ask us to match steps to period character and modern upgrades alike. Victorian and Edwardian houses benefit from brick or stone detailing that complements original façades and boundary walls. Mansion flats and modern apartments often need robust shared access solutions with clear edges and handrails. We design around tight side access, basement levels and compact courtyards without compromising on finish.
Our process starts with a site survey, level checks and a clear recommendation for foundations, drainage and step geometry. You’ll receive a written scope and a tidy, scheduled installation plan, with materials sourced for durability and slip resistance. We protect existing paving, planting and entrances during the build, then finish with careful pointing, jointing and edge detailing. Local clients choose us for dependable communication, workmanship you can see, and a 10-year warranty for peace of mind.
We’re used to Streatham access constraints—narrow side passages, stepped thresholds and limited on-street parking near Streatham High Road. Ground conditions can vary, so we specify the right sub-base and drainage to prevent movement and pooling at the foot of stairs. Where properties sit close to boundaries, we plan safe working areas and protect neighbouring walls and fences. For steps & garden staircases in London Borough of Lambeth, we also consider visibility from the street and how materials sit alongside existing brickwork.
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Costs depend on width, number of risers, foundations and materials. As a guide, simple sleeper steps often start around £900–£2,000. Brick or block steps with proper sub-base and edging are commonly £1,800–£4,500. Natural stone steps typically range from £2,500–£7,500+, especially with landings. Add £300–£1,500 for handrails and £250–£1,200 for lighting integration, depending on electrics.
Most small step runs take 1–3 days, including excavation and setting levels. Medium staircases with landings, retaining edges or drainage usually take 3–7 days. Larger multi-level access projects or spiral staircases can take 1–3 weeks, especially if bespoke metalwork is required. Timescales depend on access in SW16/SW2, ground conditions, curing time for concrete and mortar, and whether we’re coordinating electrics for lighting.
Most garden steps and staircases are permitted development and won’t need planning permission. However, rules can change if you’re altering access to a flat, working near a highway, significantly changing levels, or if the property is listed or within a conservation area. We’ll advise during the survey and can help you check London Borough of Lambeth guidance where relevant. If approvals are needed, we’ll design to meet them before work starts.
We provide a 10-year warranty on workmanship for steps and garden staircases, covering issues such as movement caused by poor installation, failing joints, and defects in the constructed base. It’s designed to give homeowners confidence that the structure has been built correctly for long-term use. The warranty doesn’t cover accidental damage, misuse, or normal weathering of surfaces. We’ll also explain any manufacturer guarantees on specific materials or lighting components.
We build natural stone steps (sandstone, granite, limestone), block steps with paving treads, traditional brick steps, and sleeper steps for a softer garden look. For tighter footprints, we can design spiral staircases, and we regularly add handrails and low-glare step lighting. We’ll help you choose finishes that suit Victorian brickwork, rendered elevations or contemporary paving, and we’ll set out tread depth and riser height for comfortable stride and safe access.
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