Local Earthmoving and Groundwork Contractors in Redhill | Preparing for New Driveways

iDig Earthworks Ltd operates as time-served earthmoving contractors, groundwork contractors, drainage contractors and hard landscaping contractors in Redhill. We oversee groundworks projects for domestic clients across the area. Services include the installation of new driveways, with an approach that covers sub-base preparation works.

Benefit from our site clearance, bulk excavation, drainage and hard landscaping experience, and create durable driveways that suit your property in Redhill. We also offer a man and machine hire service.

As groundwork contractors for the Redhill area, we focus on driveway installations to meet your specific needs. Domestic works will often need precise planning to avoid issues, like poor drainage or uneven surfaces. We start by assessing a site to identify the soil type and how our driveways will tie in with the garden’s existing features.

For example, on a recent Redhill project, we adjusted our plan after finding clay soil that needed extra stabilisation. This step ensures that new driveways will last longer and require less maintenance.

You can rely on our earthmoving contractors, groundwork contractors, drainage contractors and landscaping contractors to manage the heavy lifting. We use specialist equipment for efficiency, and for cutting back on disruption to your routines. Our team completes driveway preparation faster than general builders, often finishing sub-base work in two to three days for a standard domestic site in Redhill.

Site Clearance

Site clearance forms the foundation of any driveway installation. As groundwork contractors in Redhill, we can remove obstacles like old paving, trees or debris before starting. This creates a clean slate for your new driveway. We use man and machine hire options to speed up the process. Mini excavators can clear scrub and vegetation fast, while our operators ensure no damage to existing garden structures.

We typically clear 100-square-metre areas in under a day, preventing delays to the overall timeline of projects in the Redhill area.

You avoid hidden costs by choosing us for site clearance. We dispose of waste responsibly, following local regulations. This is a service that integrates with bulk excavation to keep your project on track.

Bulk Excavation

Bulk excavation involves our team removing large volumes of earth to level the site. Our earthmoving contractors in Redhill oversee this task with care, achieving the best depths for sub-bases or driveways for a more stable installation. We calculate excavation based on the size and load requirements. For typical two-car driveways, our team excavates to 300mm depths, removing 20 cubic metres of material.

These depths support heavy vehicles without cracking over time.

Our drainage contractors can assess water flow during excavation. We incorporate slight gradients to direct run-off away from your home.

This prevents pooling, a common issue in Redhill's variable weather.

Drainage Contractors in Redhill

Proper drainage protects your driveway from water damage. As drainage contractors in Redhill, we install systems like channel drains or soakaways during groundworks.

We position drains to capture surface water effectively. On a recent Redhill installation, we added a linear drain along the driveway’s edges, reducing flood risk by 80% based on local rainfall data. You gain peace of mind knowing that driveways can withstand heavy rain.

Our approach combines drainage with landscaping elements. We ensure pipes blend into the design, maintaining your property's appearance.

Sub-Base Preparation

Sub-base preparation strengthens the foundations of driveways so our groundwork contractors in Redhill always compact layers of aggregate and sand, such as type 1 MOT material in 150mm layers, set in place with vibrating rollers. This method achieves 95% compaction and for a Redhill bungalow driveway, for example, this sub-base can support a block paving installation without any issues regarding settlement.

Select from options like gravel or concrete sub-bases too. We advise based on soil conditions, ensuring compatibility with the geology.

Expect our earthmoving contractors, groundwork contractors, drainage contractors and landscaping contractors to work together in harmony, and to deliver an efficient installation with man and machine hire included in our quotation. This can cut back on project expenditure.

Driveways and Landscaping

We lay the chosen surface for driveways after the sub-base has been compacted and has set. Our landscaping contractors in Redhill work with materials like block paving, tarmac, resin or a natural stone. Our team aligns the installation with your design preferences and a driveway with edging is just one way to achieve a neater finish.

To enhance a property, we can restore the condition of landscaping features around the installed driveway for perfect kerb appeal.

Consider these options for your Redhill home:

Each element ties in with groundworks for the complete service.

Man and Machine Hire | Domestic Services in Redhill

Need equipment for your own project? Man and machine hire includes a skilled operator, as well as the provision of machinery. We supply diggers, dumpers and rollers for work on driveways. Our rates for a hire and operator service are competitive and include fuel and full insurance. This option often suits small jobs with a short timeline.

As you can see, groundworks sit at the heart of all operations and a customer can use one of our new driveways once the surface cures.

With site clearance and bulk excavation included in every quotation, we offer an inclusive solution at the fairest price. Contact us to learn how earthmoving contractors, groundwork contractors, drainage contractors and hard landscaping contractors can support your needs in Redhill, and in all locations across Surrey and the South East.

We deliver reliable results every time.