Groundwork Services in Kirk Ella
Strong Foundations for Every Project
Every successful build starts with solid groundwork. At Backhouse Construction & Landscaping, we manage all aspects of groundworks and site preparation to ensure every project begins on firm, reliable ground.
From domestic drainage to full foundation systems, we deliver safe, accurate and long-lasting results for homes, gardens and developments of all sizes.
Commercial Groundworks and Site Services
We also provide professional commercial groundworks for developers and business owners who need dependable, efficient service on larger sites. Our experienced team understands the importance of accuracy, safety and timing, ensuring every phase runs smoothly.
From site excavation and drainage to concrete foundations and access road preparation, we work closely with contractors to deliver reliable results. With skilled operators, quality materials and excellent coordination, Backhouse Construction provides commercial groundwork solutions that stand the test of time.
Telephone:
01377 258594
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of groundwork do you offer?
We provide drainage, foundations, excavation, septic tanks and full site preparation for residential and commercial projects.
Do you handle ground preparation for new builds?
Yes. We prepare sites for both domestic and commercial builds with complete excavation and base installation.
Can you help with drainage or soakaways?
Absolutely. We install efficient systems that prevent flooding and protect your property long term.
Professional Groundworks and Site Preparation
We handle everything beneath the surface, carrying out the vital work that keeps your property secure and stable.
Using precise equipment and experienced hands, we carry out each excavation and installation safely and efficiently.
Our groundwork services include
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Foundations and footings
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Drainage systems and soakaways
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Septic tanks and treatment plants
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Excavation and site clearance
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Concrete bases and retaining walls
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Driveway and patio preparation
Every project is planned carefully to reduce disruption and maintain the highest standards.
Whether you are extending a home, starting a new build or improving outdoor spaces, our groundwork services form the perfect base for lasting results.
Why Homeowners and Developers Trust Backhouse Construction & Landscaping
Experienced Groundworks Specialists
Our team has years of experience across domestic and commercial projects.
We combine skill, safety and attention to detail on every job.
Reliable, On-Time Completion
We work efficiently and to schedule, keeping your build on track.
From small foundations to large site preparation, we deliver results on time.
Built to Last, Made with Care
Every base, drain and trench is installed for lasting strength and stability.
We use proven techniques and quality materials to deliver dependable results.
Get a Free Groundworks Quote Today
If you are planning a build, extension or development, start with a foundation you can rely on.
Contact Backhouse Construction & Landscaping for friendly advice and a free quote on all groundwork services.
Telephone:
01377 258594
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Tegan Morris
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Backhouse Construction & Landscaping handled excavation on our tight street sensibly. Deliveries timed, kerb rinsed, neighbours happy.
Holly Moore
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Backhouse Construction & Landscaping organised the concrete so the lorry arrived between school runs. Footings were boxed smartly, steel tied clean and there were no muddy trails across the road.
The pour finished dead flat and the team left the place looking like a drawing, not a building site. You feel at ease when people work like that.
Sean Pritchard
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Kirk Ella
Old drains were a mess. They traced routes, replaced crushed pipe and backfilled in layers.
Drive sits firm now and the gully actually catches water.
Ben Foster
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Kirk Ella
Backhouse Construction & Landscaping handled excavation for our extension. Trenches straight, chalk lines clear, concrete finished level.
Inspector in and out in minutes. Stress off our shoulders.
Lucy Hammond
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Backhouse Construction & Landscaping stripped turf, regraded the garden and put in perforated drains to stop water lingering. They left a compacted base ready for paving and even rinsed the kerb.
Straightforward team to deal with.
Ella Morton
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Kirk Ella
Dan set levels so rain runs from the house to the new channel. Simple fix that’s made winter less stressful already.
Lewis Grant
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Kirk Ella
Backhouse Construction & Landscaping formed a garden room base with mesh on spacers and a crisp edge. Looks spot on.
Phoebe Grant
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Kirk Ella
Backhouse Construction & Landscaping managed excavation, drainage and concrete for our kitchen extension. Spoil moved cleanly, trenches boxed smartly and steel set without fuss.
Inspector signed off, pour followed the same afternoon and the finish came up level to the millimetre. They swept the road, kept neighbours informed and left a site that looked organised, not chaotic.
Rebecca North
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Kirk Ella
Dan corrected a sunken sub base under wobbly flags. Geotextile, Type 1 in layers, final blind to bring it true.
Feels solid now.
Harvey Singh
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Kirk Ella
Dan planned a tidy trench for water and power to a garden room. Sand bed, warning tape, clean cuts and everything backfilled so the lawn isn’t a patchwork.
He labelled a sketch showing routes which our electrician loved. Small care like that saves future headaches. Straight answers, steady work, no fuss.
Gavin Doyle
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Dan measured falls, marked chalk lines and talked me through the footing depth the inspector wanted. Concrete arrived on time, pour was smooth and the finish looks dead level.
Harvey Quinn
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Kirk Ella
Dan added a small ground beam beside an old extension to stiffen soft ground. Door finally opens without catching.
Worth every penny.
Callum Peters
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Kirk Ella
Backhouse Construction & Landscaping prepared the patio sub base so the slabs won’t sink again. Edges are crisp and the whacker work was thorough.
Looks ready for years.
Paige Turner
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Kirk Ella
Dan tackled a tricky retaining wall beside our neighbour’s hedge. He avoided roots, stepped the wall neatly and added weep holes with drainage stone behind.
He ran a water test before leaving which gave us confidence. The bank hasn’t moved a millimetre since and mowing near the edge no longer fills me with dread.
Imogen Fraser














Dan kept notes tidy, sent progress photos and left the site secure each evening. He ran a simple water test to prove the new fall before signing off.
It’s rare to feel informed rather than managed on jobs like this. The ground is ready, the base feels solid and we’re excited rather than anxious about the next stage.