Why Choose Evolve Construction for Your Groundworks Project?
As a local groundworks specialist based in Surrey, our family-run team brings over 20 years of dedication and craftsmanship to every delivery. Whether you’re after foundation laying, drainage solutions, or fencing, we tackle each service with accuracy, efficiency, and clear communication. Serving Surrey and surrounding areas, we’re the groundworks contractor that blends expertise with reliability.
✔ 20+ years’ local experience
✔ Friendly, family-run business
✔ Upfront, transparent pricing
✔ Fast, tidy, and professional service
✔ Fully insured with guaranteed workmanship
What Our Customers Are Saying
Recent Groundworks Projects
Recent Groundworks Projects
What started as an uneven, unprepared site has been completely transformed - now featuring a strong, level foundation that's expertly laid and ready to support an impressive new private extension. The groundwork is done, and the build is ready to rise!
A concrete slab for a garden outbuilding
A clean, level concrete slab was expertly installed to provide a solid and durable base for a large garden shed. The groundwork was completed efficiently and to a high standard, ready for the structure to be built on top.
Our Groundworks Services – Tailored to Your Project
Foundations & Footings
Supporting projects of all sizes, our foundation and footing services deliver structural accuracy and full compliance. We coordinate with inspectors, handle site prep and muck-away, and pour high-quality concrete – all to ensure your groundwork is built to last.
Concrete Slabs
Our precision-laid concrete slabs support everything from garden sheds to commercial structures. Finishes include:
- Brushed – slip-resistant for paths and driveways
- Polished – sleek for interior or decorative areas
- Smooth – versatile and clean for general use
- Textured – adds grip and character to outdoor zones
Each slab is reinforced and finished with meticulous care.
Retaining Walls
Whether you’re tackling soil erosion, terracing, or garden structuring, our retaining walls combine strength and design. Built with materials like reinforced blockwork, steel, timber, natural stone, or gabion, each wall is engineered for safety and longevity.
Bulk Excavation
We efficiently excavate large volumes of earth for both residential and commercial groundworks, using modern machinery and sustainable waste management. Whether clearing for new builds or reshaping land, we prepare your site exactly to plan.
Site Clearance & Demolition
From clearing vegetation to controlled demolition of existing structures, our team delivers thorough, compliant site clearance. We handle every stage – from debris removal to making way for your new build – with precision and environmental responsibility.
Soakaways & Drainage Systems
Our soakaway installations offer eco-compliant rainwater management that reduces flood risk and supports sustainable drainage. Each system is tailored to your site’s needs.
Underground Utility Services
We expertly install essential utilities – water, gas, electricity, drainage – through precision trenching and careful coordination with providers and authorities. Your groundwork project stays on time and compliant.
Drainage for Surface Water & Sewage
From inspection chambers to sewage line connections, our drainage solutions protect your property from moisture issues. Using best practices, we install systems that endure and help preserve your site.
Sewage Treatment Tank Installation
For properties without main sewer access, we manage everything – from system selection and approvals to installation, decommissioning old tanks, and connecting to your drainage network – for a fully compliant sewage treatment tank installation service.
What to Expect, from Start to Finish
Free site visit and quote
We’ll meet onsite to understand your needs and offer a transparent, no‑obligation quote.Confirm a start date
Once you’re happy with the plan, we’ll schedule works and keep you informed every step of the way.Complete the work efficiently
Most groundwork projects are completed within days (weather permitting), without unwanted delays.Enjoy peace of mind
Relax knowing your groundwork has been professionally installed with durability and safety assured.
Book Your Free No-Obligation Quote
Need trusted groundworks contractors in Surrey? Contact Evolve Construction today for expert advice and a free quote tailored to your project.
Groundworks FAQs
What is included in residential groundworks services?
Groundworks is the essential first phase of any construction project. At Evolve Construction, our services include site clearance, bulk excavation, and sewage treatment, followed by the installation of foundations (footings), drainage systems, and underground utility ducting. We prepare your land so it is structurally sound and fully serviced, ready for the “above-ground” building work to begin.
How much do groundworks cost for a home extension or new build?
Groundwork costs are highly variable because they depend on what is beneath the surface. Factors like soil composition (Surrey’s heavy clay often requires deeper footings), site access for machinery, and the volume of waste for removal (muck-away) all influence the price. We provide fully itemised, fixed-price quotes following a site survey to ensure you can budget accurately without hidden surprises.
What is the difference between footings and foundations?
While often used interchangeably, they serve different roles. Footings are the specific concrete bases that sit directly on the soil to support the walls. Foundations refer to the entire substructure that distributes the building’s total load into the ground. As specialist groundworks contractors, we ensure both are engineered to meet Building Regulations, preventing future structural issues like subsidence or cracking.
How do you manage drainage and surface water on-site?
Effective drainage is a legal and practical priority. We design and install “foul water” systems (sewage) and “surface water” solutions to prevent flooding. In many Surrey residential projects, we install soakaways and attenuation crates to manage rainwater runoff in compliance with Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS) requirements. This ensures your site remains dry and meets local authority standards.
How long will the groundworks phase of my project take?
For a standard residential extension, groundworks typically take 5 to 10 working days. This includes the initial dig, pouring the concrete footings, and laying the initial drainage runs. Larger self-build projects or sites with complex utility requirements may take longer. We provide a clear schedule of works to ensure the next phase of your build (like bricklaying) can start on time.
Do I need Building Control approval for my groundworks?
Yes, almost always. Foundations and drainage are “controlled” works. We regularly coordinate with Building Control officers to inspect the trenches before the concrete is poured and to sign off on the drainage installation. This ensures your project is fully compliant, which is essential for obtaining your completion certificate and protecting your property’s value during a future sale.
Which areas in the UK do you cover?
We provide local groundworks across Surrey, including Camberley, Haslemere, Epsom, Reigate, Leatherhead. We also cover surrounding areas such as London, West Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire and Buckinghamshire.
