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How Heavy Rain Affects Excavation & Drainage
Heavy rain can have a major impact on excavation and drainage work, which is why experienced groundworks planning is essential—especially in the UK’s unpredictable weather. 1. Ground Becomes Unstable When soil absorbs excess water, it loses strength. Trenches can collapse, sides can slump, and excavations may no longer meet required depths or levels. Clay soils are particularly problematic, as they become soft and sticky when wet, making excavation slower and less precise. 2.
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4 days ago


Why You Should Use a Constructionline Awarded Contractor
When choosing a contractor for your project, quality, reliability, and compliance should never be left to chance. With so many options in the market, it can be difficult to know which companies genuinely meet the standards they claim to uphold. This is where using a Constructionline awarded contractor makes a real difference. What Is Constructionline? Constructionline is one of the UK’s leading procurement and supply chain management services for the construction industry. C
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Jan 9
Dropped Kerbs Explained: Everything You Need to Know
If you’re thinking about installing a driveway or improving access to your property, you may have come across the term dropped kerb. But what exactly is a dropped kerb, do you need permission for one, and how does the process work? In this blog, we’ll explain everything you need to know about dropped kerbs, including legal requirements, benefits, and common questions. What Is a Dropped Kerb? A dropped kerb, also known as a vehicle crossover, is where the pavement kerb outside
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Jan 7


Groundworks & Driveways: What Every UK Homeowner Needs to Know
You're looking at a quote for a new driveway or patio, and the groundworks cost seems steep. Why can't they just lay the surface and be done with it? I've been in this trade for years, and I can tell you exactly why proper preparation matters more than the pretty stuff on top. Why Groundworks Make or Break Your Project Here's what nobody tells you: that beautiful resin driveway or block paving you've seen on Pinterest will crack and sink within two years if the groundwork's r
harry9198
Nov 14, 2025
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