Landscapers in Kent: Garden Makeovers & Hard Landscaping
Complete garden makeovers that bring paving, walls, planting and lawn together.
Landscaping is where the separate parts of a garden come together. Rather than adding a patio one year and a wall the next, we look at the whole space: where you sit, where the sun falls, how you move from the house to the back fence, and what you want to spend your weekends doing, or not doing.
Because we handle the hard landscaping ourselves, the groundwork, paving, brickwork and fencing are built to one plan and one standard. Softer elements like raised beds, planting areas, sleepers, turf and artificial grass are then fitted around that structure.
Whether you want a low-maintenance family garden or a space for entertaining, we talk it through with you first and agree a layout before any digging begins.
Options
Choosing what’s right for you.
Low-maintenance gardens
Paving, raised beds and artificial grass keep weekend jobs to a minimum. Some planting still makes a big difference to how the space feels.
Family gardens
A patio near the house, a good area of lawn for play and robust fencing. Real turf is softer and cooler in summer; artificial grass stays usable in wet weather.
Raised beds and planters
Brick, block or sleeper beds bring planting up to a comfortable height and define the edges of lawns and patios. Brick lasts longest; sleepers are quicker and less expensive.
Entertaining spaces
Larger patios, built-in seating, outdoor kitchens and lighting points for evening use. These work best when planned in from the start rather than added later.
Our work
Landscaping we’ve built.
Full garden renovation: retaining wall, steps, lawn and lighting
Two-level sandstone patio with new brick steps
Sandstone patio and garden path with brick edging
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Worth knowing
Before you start.
- 01
Plan drainage early
Much of Kent sits on heavy clay, which holds water in winter. Adding paving changes where rain goes, so drainage needs to be part of the plan rather than an afterthought.
- 02
Order of work
Groundwork and hard landscaping come first, then planting and lawns. Doing it the other way round usually means repeating work and damaging new plants.
- 03
Access for materials
Many gardens have access only through a side gate or the house. Getting soil out and materials in affects the time and cost of the job, so we look at access on the first visit.
How it works
Four clear steps, no surprises.
From the first visit to the final sweep, you’ll know what’s happening, when, and what it costs.
Site visit
We come out, measure up, check levels and drainage, and talk through what you want and how you use the space.
Clear quote
A written, itemised quote with materials, timings and what is and isn’t included. No pressure and no hidden extras.
The build
Proper excavation and sub-base first, then the finish. We keep the site tidy and keep you updated as we go.
Handover
We walk the finished job with you, clear away, and explain any aftercare so it looks right for years.
Areas
Landscaping across Kent.
We cover every district in Kent. Our area guides explain local ground conditions, planning and highways rules.
Questions
Landscaping: common questions.
Do you design the garden as well as build it?
Yes. We talk through what you want, measure up and put together a practical layout covering paving, walls, beds and lawn. It is a builder's design rather than a planting plan, so if you have a garden designer's drawings we are also happy to build from those.
What is the best time of year for landscaping?
Hard landscaping can be done most of the year, though very wet or frozen ground can cause delays. Turf and planting do best in spring and autumn. Booking in winter often means your garden is ready for the summer.
Can the work be done in stages?
Yes. If budget is a factor we can plan the whole garden now and build it in phases, starting with the groundwork and main paving. Planning it all first means later stages fit without undoing earlier work.
Do I need to be home while the work is happening?
Not necessarily. Many clients are at work during the day. We need access to the garden, water and sometimes power, and we keep you updated on progress. We will agree how that works before we start.
Related
Often done together.
Why people hire us
- 15+ yearsbuilding driveways, patios and brickwork in Kent
- Free site visitand a written, itemised quote before any work starts
- Same person throughoutRoss prices the job and builds it, so you always know who to call
- 14 jobs photographedfrom the dig to handover, so you can see how we work
- Quick repliesmost enquiries get an answer the same working day
- 4.9 on Googlefrom 8 reviews
- Fully insured£2 million public liability cover with Zurich
- 5-year guaranteeon our workmanship, in writing
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