Fine Landscaping designs and builds SuDS Compliant Driveways in Pollards Hill that look sharp and drain properly. Choose permeable paving, resin bound surfaces or gravel grids, backed by careful drainage design and tidy workmanship.
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If surface water pools on your drive or runs toward the pavement, a SuDS solution can make a real difference. We install permeable paving, resin bound surfacing and gravel grid systems that let water drain through safely. Homeowners around Pollards Hill Library and SW16 often need smarter drainage without losing parking space. Our designs prioritise flood prevention while keeping the frontage neat and practical.
Pollards Hill has plenty of 1930s semis, post-war housing and maisonettes, each with different access and levels. We’re used to narrow crossovers, shared pathways and front gardens that need careful set-out. Whether you’re near South Lodge Avenue or closer to Streatham Vale, we tailor the build-up to suit the site and usage. The result is a driveway that performs in wet weather and complements the property style.
We start with a site survey, levels check and a clear drainage plan, then recommend the best SuDS approach for your budget. Our team handles excavation, sub-base, edge restraints and finishing, keeping the site safe and tidy throughout. You’ll get straightforward communication, written specifications and workmanship you can rely on. Local homeowners choose us because we turn up, do it properly, and stand behind the work.
As specialists in suds compliant driveways in London Borough of Merton, we account for typical clay-heavy soils and the way water moves across sloping frontages. Parking pressures in SW16 mean many homes need maximum usable space with safe pedestrian access. We design falls, permeable sub-bases and soakaway systems to suit the plot and avoid runoff to the highway. We also align the specification with local council expectations and practical maintenance needs.
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Costs vary by size, excavation depth, access and the SuDS system chosen. As a guide, gravel grids often start around £80–£130 per m², permeable block paving is commonly £120–£190 per m², and resin bound surfaces are typically £110–£180 per m². If a soakaway system or additional drainage design is needed, allow extra for groundworks and materials after a site survey.
Most projects take 3–7 working days from excavation to finished surface, depending on area and complexity. Resin bound installations can be quicker once the base is prepared, while permeable block paving may take longer due to laying and cutting. Timescales are affected by access for machinery, removal of spoil, weather, and whether we’re installing a soakaway system or reworking levels to keep water away from the house.
In many cases, front driveways are permitted development if the surface is permeable or drains to a permeable area within your boundary. That’s why SuDS solutions are so popular. However, rules can change with conservation considerations, listed buildings, dropped kerbs, or if you’re altering levels near boundaries. We’ll advise on planning compliance, drainage requirements and specifications before work starts, and we can help you prepare any details needed.
We provide a 10-year warranty on workmanship for our driveway installations, covering issues such as settlement caused by poor compaction, edging failures and drainage performance where installed to our specification. Materials are also covered by manufacturer warranties, which vary by product. We’ll explain what’s included for your chosen surface and provide care guidance to keep permeability working well, such as periodic sweeping and suitable cleaning methods.
Popular choices include permeable block paving in contemporary or traditional colours, resin bound surfaces with natural aggregate blends, and gravel grids for a more understated look with strong stability. We can also integrate soakaway systems, channel details where appropriate, and tidy edging in stone or kerb units. We’ll help you choose based on your parking needs, the property style, maintenance preferences and how best to manage surface water on your plot.
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