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Below ground blockwork
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Below ground brickwork
Finishing and External Infrastructure
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Masonry
Our masonry services focus on robust construction practices for below-ground applications. We provide expert below-ground blockwork and brickwork, ensuring durable and secure foundations and substructures. These services are crucial for forming a solid base for any building, effectively providing solid support for the building structure.
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Waterproofing
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Self adhesive membranes
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Waterbar
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Hydrophilic waterstop
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Volclay sodium bentonite
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Waterproof concrete
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Fin drainage
We offer comprehensive waterproofing solutions to protect structures from water ingress and damage. Our methods include the application of self-adhesive membranes and waterbars, along with hydrophilic waterstops that expand upon contact with water to seal joints. We also use Volclay sodium bentonite for natural sealing and waterproof concrete for integrated protection. Additionally, fin drainage systems are installed to manage water effectively and protect building foundations.
Street Furniture
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Bollards
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Seating
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Bins
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Planters
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Tree protection
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Signs
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Lamp-posts
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Cycle stands & trolly racks
Our services extend to the installation of street furniture, enhancing urban and communal spaces. We provide a range of products including bollards, seating, bins, planters, tree protection, signs, lamp-posts, and cycle stands & trolley racks. Each item is carefully chosen to enhance functionality, safety, and aesthetics in public spaces.
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Kerbs
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British Standard Kerbs
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Small unit kerbs
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Textured kerbs
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Beany block drain kerb
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Decathlon drain kerb
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Bus stop titan kerb
We supply and install various types of kerbs to meet differing traffic and pedestrian needs. Our range includes B.S. kerbs for general use, small unit kerbs for decorative purposes, and textured kerbs for enhanced visual appeal. We also offer specialized products like beany block drain kerbs and decathlon drain kerbs for effective water management, and bus stop titan kerbs designed to withstand heavy loads.
Paving & finishings
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Standard paving slabs
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Textured & coloured slabs
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Tactile paving
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Block paving and setts
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Porous paving
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Bark chippings & mulch
Our paving and finishing services cater to both functional and aesthetic needs. We install standard paving slabs, textured and coloured slabs, and tactile paving for accessibility. Our offerings also include block paving and setts for traditional looks, porous paving for sustainable drainage, and natural options like bark chippings and mulch for landscaping.
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Services
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Below ground ductwork
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Service pits
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Continuous duct covers & frame
We provide installation and maintenance of below-ground services essential for modern infrastructure. Our expertise includes laying below-ground ductwork, constructing service pits, and fitting utility approved covers and frames. These services ensure that utility lines are protected and maintained efficiently, supporting the infrastructure’s long-term sustainability and functionality.
Finishing and External Infrastructure Projects
Types of Projects
Between 1994 – 2024 we have constructed 64 schools & nurseries, 68 residential housing estates or flats, 27 hospitals and medical centres, 48 business parks / industrial complexes / retail developments, 15 military complexes, 26 sports / leisure / community centres, 14 churches, 11 colleges, 9 care homes, 2 hotels and many other sites as well.
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Schools & nurseries
Hospitals and medical centres
Residential housing estates / flats
Business parks / industrial complexes / retail developments
Project numbers from 1994 to 2024
Amongst the more unusual developments, we have also built large animal shelter complexes, prisons, theatres, cinemas, police stations, bus depots, museums, garages / service stations, restaurants and large electrical substations.
We will be pleased to provide further job references and arrange site visits of past and present contracts to help in your selection process.
We are happy to price projects with a groundworks value in-between £50,000 – £1,000,000
Our trade areas
With our Head Office is Southampton, we serve the surrounding areas in Hampshire, and parts of Dorset, Surrey and West Sussex, including towns such as Portsmouth, Southampton, Winchester, Guildford, Petersfield, Chichester.
Should you be considering a project slightly outside the scope of our normal trade area, please contact Phil Furnell at our head office to discuss in more detail.
Please note we do not cover the Isle of Wight.
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