Serving homeowners in Bromsgrove
Bromsgrove lies in the north of Worcestershire, between our core area and the edge of Birmingham, and it is inside the radius of up to around 40 miles that we travel for work. Searches from the town are spread across building, landscaping and driveways, which matches what we do: one fully insured team covering all three, plus bricklaying and plastering.
We work for homeowners rather than commercial clients. That means we are used to working around a lived-in house, keeping access to the front door, and planning noisy or dusty stages so they cause as little disruption as possible.
Driveway installation
A new driveway is the job we are asked about most. What you see on top is only part of it. The old surface is broken out, soft ground is dug away, a compacted stone sub-base goes in, edging is set to hold everything in place and the finished level is planned so water runs where it should. Getting those stages right is what stops a drive from sinking or puddling a few years later.
If your home has no dropped kerb, that needs to be sorted out first. The application goes to Worcestershire County Council, and you should not drive over a pavement until approval is in place. Our dropped kerb guide walks through the process and how it fits with the driveway itself.
Patios, paths and garden work
In back gardens, we lay patios, paths and steps, and build the walls that hold different levels together. The right patio depends on how much sun the garden gets, how you plan to use the space and how much upkeep you are happy with. Porcelain stays clean and consistent; natural sandstone has more variation and character. Our materials guide compares them in detail.
If you are planning a wider garden makeover, it helps to understand where the money goes before you finalise the design. Groundwork, waste removal and access usually matter more than people expect, and our landscaping cost guide explains why.
Building, bricklaying and plastering
Our general building covers alterations, exterior improvements and the construction behind home improvement projects. Bricklaying includes garden walls, steps, piers and repairs, and our plastering covers walls and ceilings inside the home. Because we do all of this ourselves, a project such as a front-garden rework with new walls and a fresh drive can be planned as one job rather than three separate contracts.
If a project might need planning permission or building regulations approval, Bromsgrove District Council is the place to check. It is worth doing early, before materials are ordered.
Arranging a visit
Tell us about the job and give us your postcode by phone, email or the enquiry form. We will visit, look at access, levels and drainage, talk through the options and give you a quote. Our hours are Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm, and Saturday, 8am to 1pm. We have been in business for seven years.
Not sure whether your street is close enough? Ask anyway. Bromsgrove and the villages around it are well within our usual working area, and we also cover building work in Redditch to the east.
Our services in Bromsgrove
Bromsgrove: common questions
Do you install driveways in Bromsgrove?
Yes. Driveways and patios are our main focus, and Bromsgrove is within our working area.
What sits under a well-built driveway?
A compacted stone sub-base on firm ground, solid edging and a planned fall for rainwater. The surface sits on top of that.
Who do I ask about planning permission in Bromsgrove?
Bromsgrove District Council handles planning. Dropped kerbs go to Worcestershire County Council as highway authority.
Can you rebuild a front wall as part of a new drive?
Yes. Bricklaying is one of our services, so walls and piers can be included in the same job.
What are your working hours?
Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm, and Saturday, 8am to 1pm.
Helpful guides
- Dropped Kerbs: Cost Factors and How to Apply
- Porcelain vs Indian Sandstone Patio: Which Should You Choose?
- Landscaping Cost: What Sets the Price of a Garden Project