Groundworks we carry out
From a small patio dig-out to clearing a whole plot, we handle the heavy work properly.
Excavation & sub-bases
Dig-outs to the right depth, MOT Type 1 laid in layers and compacted with a wacker plate for a base that won't sink.
Drainage
Channel drains, land drains and soakaways to stop water sitting on patios, drives and lawns.
Site clearance
Overgrown gardens, old paving, concrete and rubble cleared and taken away, leaving a clean, level site.
The bit you don't see
A good finish starts underground. We shutter, level and compact every base before a single slab or stone goes down — it's why our work stays flat for years.
How our groundworks are done
Proper preparation, no shortcuts.
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Free site visit
We check levels, ground conditions and access, then send a fixed written quote.
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Dig out & clear
Excavation to depth, with spoil and waste loaded and removed.
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Drainage & falls
Falls set and drainage installed so water runs where it should.
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Sub-base & compaction
Sub-base laid in layers and compacted, ready for paving, a drive or a build.
What's included
- Free site visit and fixed written quote
- Excavation to the correct depth
- Spoil and waste removed
- MOT Type 1 sub-base, compacted
- Drainage and falls set
- Site left clean and tidy
Groundworks questions, answered
What groundworks do you carry out in Shrewsbury?
Excavation and dig-outs, MOT Type 1 sub-base preparation, drainage (soakaways, channel and land drains), levelling, kerbing and full site clearance — for patios, driveways, garden rooms and extensions across Shrewsbury and Shropshire.
Do you take away the spoil?
Yes. Excavated soil, rubble and green waste are loaded and removed, and the site is left tidy and ready for the next stage.
How deep should a sub-base be?
It depends on the use. Patios typically need around 100–150mm of compacted sub-base; driveways that take vehicles need more. We check the ground on the free site visit and specify the right depth in your quote.
Can you fix a waterlogged garden or drive?
Often, yes. We look at falls, soil type and where water is collecting, then put in the right fix — re-levelling, channel drains, land drains or a soakaway.