What We Mean By Groundwork
Groundwork covers a lot of the unseen but essential tasks that sit beneath a finished project. Typical jobs we handle include:
Foundations and concrete work
Solid foundations are at the heart of any successful build. At Mark Way Construction, we dig and pour footings to the depths specified by your engineer or plans, taking into account soil type, loads, and neighbouring structures. We can form strip foundations, pads, and rafts, tying new work into existing buildings where required.
Site preparation and levels
Good groundwork starts before the first bucket of concrete is poured. We strip vegetation, remove unsuitable material, and shape the ground so it works with your design, not against it. That might mean a simple reduced dig for a small extension or a more involved cut and fill to create usable terraces on a sloping garden.
Drainage and services
Groundwork and drainage go hand in hand. While we are on site, we can install or adjust drainage runs, manholes, and soakaways to suit your new layout. We make sure pipe falls are correct, joints are properly supported, and inspection points are sensibly placed for future access.
Working Safely and Keeping Things Tidy
Groundwork can be disruptive if it is not managed properly. At Mark Way Construction, we fence off excavations where needed, manage access routes, and keep equipment and materials as organised as the site allows. We understand that many of our projects take place in lived-in homes and built-up streets, so we do what we can to keep neighbours, pedestrians, and other road users in mind. At the end of each phase, we backfill and compact carefully, remove waste from the site, and leave things as neat as the stage of the job allows. You will always know what has been completed, what is coming next, and how it fits into the rest of your project.
Get a Groundwork Quote Today!
If you are planning an extension, new driveway, garden project, or small build and need dependable groundwork, we are ready to help. At Mark Way Construction, we can visit your property, look at your plans, talk through any drawings or ideas you already have, and then provide a clear written quotation for the groundwork required. To get started, call 07737 099800 or send us a message through our contact form. Whether it is a straightforward set of footings or a more involved package of groundwork, we bring the same careful planning, solid workmanship, and straightforward communication to every job.