in Wakefield
Groundwork & Drainage
Solid Foundations. Smooth Projects.
We provide expert groundwork services across Wakefield and surrounding areas — including site clearance, foundations, drainage, and concrete work. Whether you're preparing for an extension, new build, or landscaping project, getting the groundwork right is critical. Our team ensures every project starts strong, avoiding delays, safety issues, and costly rework later on.
Trusted Wakefield Groundwork and Drainage Experts
If the base isn’t done right, everything built on top suffers. Cracked driveways, flooding, and sinking patios are common signs of poor groundwork. Shallow foundations, bad drainage, or poor access planning can cause serious setbacks before your build even starts.
Trusted Groundworks
We handle domestic and small-scale groundworks across Wakefield — from clearance to drainage and slab laying. Every trench is dug to spec, every base is solid, and our work meets all regulations. No sub-contractors, no delays — just expert groundwork done right the first time.
Our Process
How it works
We keep your groundwork clear and straightforward. Here’s how we do it:
01. Assessment
We assess your land, review your plans, and advise on depth, drainage, and preparation.
02. Quote
You get a full, no-obligation quote covering excavation, waste removal, materials, and labour.
03. Installation
We arrive on schedule, complete the groundwork, and leave your site safe and ready for the next stage.
Solved construction
Our groundwork services include:
- Site clearance and levelling
- Trench digging and over-site excavation
- Foundation bases (strip, trench-fill, raft)
- Concrete slab pouring
- Drainage and soakaway systems
- Manholes and inspection chambers
- Service trenches for utilities (water, electric, gas)
- Retaining walls and garden footings
- Driveway and patio sub-bases
All work is carried out using our own tools, vehicles and experienced staff — no third parties and no delays.
Whether you’re after the best grounds work Wakefield service or a professional contractor to manage the full prep for your build, we’re here to help.
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Ready to Get Started?
Have plans or just a rough idea?
Whether it’s a garden room base or a full extension, we’ll guide you through it — with solid advice, fair pricing, and groundwork done properly.
Faqs
Frequently asked questions
If your project requires planning permission (like a major extension or new build), groundwork should only begin after approval. We can advise on timelines and coordinate with your architect or planner.
It depends on your soil type and the structure. We’ll assess the site and recommend trench-fill, strip, or slab foundations based on building control guidelines.
Absolutely. We often help with foundation bases for garden rooms, garages, workshops and annexes. We’ll ensure it’s level, sound, and ready to build on.
SOLVED CONSTRUCTION
We don’t just dig — we prepare your project for success
Groundworks are often rushed or overlooked. But we treat them as the backbone of any construction job. When you hire Solved Construction, you’re hiring a team that plans ahead, checks everything twice, and ensures the build goes up — not back.
We use the right machinery for the job, remove all waste responsibly, and make sure every stage is compliant with building control and NHBC standards where applicable.
Clients throughout Wakefield recognise us as a top grounds work Wakefield contractor thanks to our consistent, high-quality results.
