Based in Ross-on-Wye · Herefordshire, Gloucestershire, Worcestershire & South Wales0800 292 2159info@wearebuilt.uk AboutServicesAreas we coverOur WorkReviewsBlogEstimatorContactRequest an estimate Home / Services / Landscaping & Driveways # Landscaping and drivewaysin Herefordshire & the Wye Valley. Make the space outside your home work for parking, relaxing and everyday access, with patios, driveways and walls built on properly prepared ground. Request an estimate Free survey on properties you own - 25 years Trade experience, three generations of builders - CHAS accredited Independently vetted for health and safety - £10M insured Public and employers' liability - No upfront deposit Invoiced fortnightly for work completed - Warranty included 10 years on new builds, 1 year on other work Overview ## Landscaping & Driveways: what's involved and who it's for ### What it is Domestic hard landscaping shapes a garden or entrance using constructed surfaces and structures. Our agreed projects include driveways, patios and walls, with the ground preparation and drainage they require. ### Who it's for Homeowners improving a garden, replacing a driveway or completing outdoor spaces after building work. ### When you need it When an existing surface has deteriorated, access needs to change or a newly built space needs its final external works. ### Why a professional matters The base, falls and edge details determine how well an outdoor finish lasts. Choosing a surface without considering water and ground conditions can lead to problems after installation. Get it right first time ## What goes wrong when it's done badly Uneven paving, unsuitable levels and poorly drained surfaces can make a garden or entrance difficult to use. New finishes will not solve a weak base or water directed towards the house. ### Risks and rising costs - Settlement and uneven paving. - Surface water collecting beside the property. - Vehicle loads damaging an unsuitable base. - Walls built without appropriate structural consideration. ### Common mistakes to avoid - Choosing paving before setting levels. - Overlooking drainage and permeability. - Using the same base for every surface. - Not checking boundaries or access requirements. Our process ## How your landscaping & driveways project runs - Step 1 ### Site and layout Review the existing space, access and intended use. - Step 2 ### Materials and details Agree surfaces, edges, walls and drainage requirements. - Step 3 ### Preparation Excavate and prepare the agreed ground and sub-base. - Step 4 ### Construction Install the agreed surfaces and structures in sequence. - Step 5 ### Completion Review the finish and discuss material-specific care. Why BUILT ## What you get with us - ### Outside space planned Connect paths, parking and patios with the home. - ### Prepared beneath the finish Match the base to the use and ground conditions. - ### Water considered Plan levels and drainage before laying surfaces. - ### A defined specification Agree materials and construction details before starting. - ### No upfront deposit Fortnightly invoicing for completed work. In detail ## Landscaping & Driveways explained Hard landscaping combines practical construction with material choices. We assess how the space is used before agreeing a finish. ### Driveway construction and replacement Vehicle use, available space and the existing ground determine the construction beneath a driveway. Materials and edge details are agreed in the specification. Check drainage, any planning requirements and proposed access changes before the surface is chosen. ### Patios and seating areas A patio should sit at appropriate levels relative to doors, walls and damp-proof details. The layout, paving size, joints and falls are planned together. We discuss the intended use and the connection to paths or steps before preparation begins. ### Garden walls and level changes Boundary walls and retaining walls have different requirements. A wall holding back soil may need structural design and drainage behind it. Height, foundations, neighbouring land and any permissions are considered before construction. ### Paths, access and surface drainage Paths need practical widths and connections to entrances. Changes in level should be considered alongside safe access. Permeable surfaces or other drainage arrangements may be appropriate, depending on the site and requirements; no single system suits every property. ### Finishing the garden after building work External construction is sequenced around deliveries and remaining building work so new surfaces are not used as temporary construction routes. Agree which areas will be reinstated and which need new construction within the wider project. ### Domestic and commercial landscaping This page focuses on gardens and entrances around homes. Outdoor work for offices, units and business premises is covered by our Commercial Landscaping service, where staff, customers and delivery access shape the specification. Working with BUILT ## What to expect from start to finish ### A survey before any price Every project starts with a visit. On properties you already own, the site survey is free. If you're still buying, our pre-purchase estimate costs £250 + VAT and is refunded in full on your first invoice if you book the work with us. Either way, you get a clear view of what's involved before committing. ### Paying only for progress We don't ask for an upfront deposit. Instead, work is invoiced fortnightly based on an agreed percentage of completed work per item. You can see exactly what you're paying for on every invoice, and your money stays with you until the work is done. ### One team, one point of contact BUILT has 25 tradespeople on the tools and 4 office staff, working from our own units and offices at Linton Barns, Ross-on-Wye. Keeping trades in-house means fewer handovers, fewer gaps in the programme, and one company accountable for the result. ### Protection once we've finished New build houses carry a 10-year warranty; extensions, conversions and all other work carry a 1-year warranty. We're CHAS accredited and hold £10M combined public and employers' liability insurance throughout the build. ## Our landscaping & driveways projects FAQs ## Landscaping & Driveways questions, answered ### Do you build driveways and patios? Yes. Driveways and patios can be included in an agreed domestic hard-landscaping project, with the base, materials and drainage specified for your site. ### Which driveway material should I choose? The decision depends on use, appearance, maintenance, ground conditions and drainage. We discuss the options within your project specification rather than recommend one finish for every driveway. ### Do retaining walls need design? They may. Soil loads, height and ground conditions affect the design, drainage and foundations. We establish the required input before work begins. ### Can outdoor work follow an extension? Yes. Paths, patios and reinstatement can be coordinated with an extension programme and included in the agreed scope. ### Is ongoing garden maintenance included? This service covers construction projects. Routine gardening and ongoing maintenance are not assumed to be included. ### How is hard landscaping priced? Area, access, excavation, disposal, materials and structural or drainage details affect the estimate. We assess the site before pricing the work. ### Do I have to pay a deposit before work starts? No. BUILT does not take an upfront deposit. Work is invoiced fortnightly, based on an agreed percentage of completed work per item, so your payments follow real progress on site rather than promises. ### How much does a site survey cost? Site surveys are free on properties you already own. If you haven't bought the property yet, a pre-purchase estimate costs £250 + VAT, and that fee is refunded in full on your first invoice if you book the work with us. ### Are you insured and accredited? Yes. BUILT is CHAS accredited and carries £10M combined public and employers' liability insurance. ### Do you offer an emergency or out-of-hours service? We're a planned-works building contractor, not an emergency call-out service. Our office is open Mon–Fri 8:30am–4:30pm. Call 0800 292 2159 during those hours and we'll tell you honestly whether we're the right fit and how quickly we can visit. ## Related services - Commercial Landscaping - Groundworks - Brickwork & Stonework ## Landscaping & Driveways near you Based at Linton Barns, Ross-on-Wye, we work across Herefordshire, Gloucestershire, Worcestershire and South Wales, including: - Landscaping & Driveways in Herefordshire - Landscaping & Driveways in Gloucestershire - Landscaping & Driveways in Monmouthshire - Landscaping & Driveways in Worcestershire - Landscaping & Driveways in Ross-on-Wye ## Building work photographs Browse the relevant types of work in our photo library. Albums show work at different stages, not location-specific case studies. - Driveways photographs - Landscaping photographsAll project albums ## Related building advice - 5 Stunning Driveway Ideas to Elevate Your Home’s Curb Appeal - Landscaping Trends for the Perfect Garden Makeover in 2025 - Top Builders in Hereford: Finding the Right Team for Your Next ProjectAll building advice ## Find out what your project will cost. Free site survey on properties you own. No upfront deposit. CHAS accredited and £10M insured. 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