Brickwork Groundworks in Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire

Before the first brick is even laid, there’s a lot of heavy lifting to do. We handle the entire 'muck away' process, clearing your site so we can get down to the real work. We'll dig the trenches for your footings, ensuring they're deep enough and strong enough to meet every building regulation. If you're building a new extension, we'll lay the oversite—that's the concrete slab that forms your new floor—making sure it's perfectly level and properly insulated. It’s messy work, we won't sugarcoat it, but we pride ourselves on keeping a tidy site. You won't find us leaving piles of rubble blocking your driveway for weeks on end; we keep things moving so your project stays on track.

If you live in Tewkesbury, you already know that water is something we have to respect. When we're working on your groundworks, we don't just think about the walls; we think about where the rain is going to go. We install complete drainage systems, keeping your foul water (sewage) and surface water (rain) strictly separate as required. Are you worried about puddles forming against your new extension? We can install soakaways and proper trenching to lead water away from your home's foundations. It’s one of those 'invisible' jobs that you’ll be incredibly glad was done right the first time when the next Gloucestershire downpour hits.

Once the ground is set, the fun part begins. Our bricklayers are experts at structural masonry, whether it's the first-course plinth of a new build or a decorative garden wall. We understand the local aesthetic in Tewkesbury; we know how to match the red brick common in town or work with the stonework you find in the surrounding villages. We’re also sticklers for the technical bits, like ensuring your Damp Proof Course (DPC) is perfectly installed to prevent rising damp. Need a retaining wall for a tiered garden? We build those to last, using the right reinforcement to hold back the weight of the soil so your garden stays exactly where it should be.

Not every job involves building something brand new. Many of the older properties around Tewkesbury have brickwork that has seen better days. Have you noticed the mortar crumbling between your bricks? That's where our repointing service comes in. We carefully rake out the old, failing mortar and replace it, often using lime mortar for period homes. This doesn't just make the house look better; it allows the building to 'breathe' and prevents moisture from getting trapped and causing damage inside. It's a bit like giving your home a structural facelift that protects it for another fifty years.