Landscapers&GroundworksinFerndown
Ferndown sits where the local sand belt reaches the surface, though it varies plot to plot rather than sitting under the whole town, so every driveway, patio and drainage run here starts with a look at the ground rather than an assumption about it.
- Fixed, itemised quotes that don't move
- Groundworks and drainage done in-house
- Covered by a 2-year workmanship warranty
- 2 yearsWarranty on work
- Owner-ledOne team throughout
- In-houseBy our own team
- CSCS · SSSTS · NVQ 2Qualified team
Ground That Changes From One Garden To The Next
Ferndown sits inside the belt where the Poole Basin's Branksome Sand reaches the surface, but it varies plot to plot rather than sitting under the whole town. A trench in one garden can meet free-draining sand. Three doors along, it can meet clay or gravel first. Sub-base depth, compaction and soakaway sizing for a Ferndown job get worked out from what a trial hole actually shows, not carried over from the last one on the street. We are based in Bournemouth and are in Ferndown regularly, building to what the ground here does rather than what it is assumed to do.
The Full Range, Built For Ferndown's Ground
Driveways, patios, full garden transformations and the groundworks and drainage that sit underneath them, all quoted after a look at the specific plot rather than a postcode-wide guess.
Driveways
Block Paving Drivewayssub-base depth is set from what's actually under the drive, because that can be sand in one Ferndown garden and clay two doors along.
Tarmac & Asphalt Drivewaysfalls are set to move water off ground that can drain quickly in one spot and slower a few metres over.
Concrete Driveways
Gravel Driveways
Driveway Repairs & Resurfacing
Garden Landscaping
Full Garden Transformationsstarts with what's under the lawn, not what gets planted on it: levels and drainage get worked out first.
Turfing & New Lawnslaid on a base prepared for what is actually underneath it, whichever side of the sand line the garden falls.
Artificial Grass Installers
Fencing & Gates
Decking Installers
Retaining & Sleeper Walls
Drainage Contractors
Percolation Testingworth doing here specifically: a trial pit at one end of a garden can come back different from one at the other end.
Soakaway Installationsized from an actual percolation test rather than a rule of thumb, since ground on one side of Ferndown can take water at a different rate to the other.
Land & Surface Water Drainageoften the deciding factor on a Ferndown job, because the ground here does not take water at one consistent rate.
15+
Years in groundworks and landscaping
14 towns
Covered across Dorset & Hampshire
35 miles
Working radius from Bournemouth, with Ferndown well inside it
Fixed price
Itemised and agreed before work starts
How A Ferndown Job Runs
The same stages everywhere, with the site visit and the build shaped by what Ferndown's ground turns out to need.
Consultation & Site Visit
We walk the plot with you and talk through what the ground is doing. In Ferndown that often means a trial hole before anything gets priced, because sand in one corner of a garden and clay in another change what the job needs.
Fixed-Price Quote
An itemised quote based on what that visit found, not a generic rate for the postcode. It does not move once work starts.
Dig-Out, Sub-Base & Build
Dig-out, sub-base, falls and drainage go in first, set to match the ground on your plot rather than an average for the area. Most standard driveways are finished inside a week.
Walk-Round & Aftercare
A walk-round when the job finishes, then we come back and check in once it has settled through a winter, which is the real test on ground that behaves differently across Ferndown.
Reviews From Across The Business
Feedback gathered from customers across Bournemouth, Poole and Dorset, covering the driveway, patio and groundworks work we carry out.
Grace Sibley
Jacc and his team did a full patio renovation for us inclusive of sorting out some significant drainage problems. Jacc and his team have been professional through out and provided a high quality service even through some significantly challenging weather. I cannot fault them at all. Jacc and Jordan went above and beyond for us and despite it being 37 degrees carried on grafting to get us a usable patio before our sons 1st birthday. The work was efficient, they kept the place tidy with waste removal being organised within 48 hours of it being produced I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Four Ground for your upcoming landscape/ground works project.
Asa Parker
I'm very happy with the work Jacc and this team have done. They removed the old driveway and previous concrete pads, before levelling and laying a new larger reinforced concrete slab and block paving driveway. Jacc was very helpful throughout.
Chris Lynch
We used Jacc and his team to lay the foundations and over site for a single story extension. After getting plenty of quotes he was very competitive and his enthusiasm and communication was exceptional. Our plan is to have Jacc back to complete our patio area and ground drainage - he's trustworthy, reliable and has a fantastic attitude - something that we've realised is really hard to come by in the building trade. Thanks so much Jacc and team!
A.G Reeks
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Friendly & Honest Excellent service from start to finish. The drainage work was explained clearly, priced fairly, and completed efficiently. The lads were polite, hardworking, and respectful of the property. It's refreshing to deal with a company you can trust. Would definitely use again.
Rachel
We are so pleased with all the work we have had done - our back garden was a total mess, but the guys completely transformed it with a brilliant new concrete area and some lovely planters. They even sorted out and tidied our front drive with a temporary fix, which has given the whole house a massive face-lift. The whole team were so friendly and down-to-earth. Big shout-out to Jacc as well, who was always around for a chat whenever we had any questions. Honestly couldn't recommend them enough if you need a landscaping company for gardens or driveways.
jeff sullivan
After being let down at the last minute by another landscaper, Jacc was recommended to me. I messaged and received a prompt reply. Jacc visited to give a quote and start date. He arrived when expected to start on a new patio, whilst he was working, I asked for a quote for new concrete fence posts and panels, again I was happy with the quote and it could be done at the same time, result... Its now all completed, I'm impressed with the new patio and fence, jacc was professional and takes pride in his work, his easy to get on with and very approachable. Highly recommended, and thanks again Jacc 👍
Before You Book
The questions worth answering before any ground gets touched.
Will it stay level?
Sub-base depth and compaction are set from the ground on your plot, not a standard figure. That is what stops a drive or patio dipping in its second winter.
Will the garden flood?
Falls and drainage are designed in before anything is laid, working out where the water is coming from and where it needs to go.
Will you turn up when you say you will?
The same team quotes the job, digs it and hands it over. No middleman passing it on part way through.
Ferndown Questions We Get Asked
The ones about ground, coverage and timing that come up before a Ferndown quote.
Do you cover Ferndown?
Yes. We are based in Bournemouth and are working in Ferndown regularly, across driveways, patios, gardens and groundworks.
Is Ferndown all sand?
No, and it's worth knowing before a quote. The sand that reaches this part of the Poole Basin comes up in an arc through the north of the town rather than under all of it, so what's under a garden varies plot to plot, sand, clay or gravel depending on exactly where you are. We check on the day rather than assume.
Will a soakaway actually work on my plot?
That depends on how fast the ground takes water, which is why we run a percolation test rather than guess. It is a short visit and it tells us what size soakaway the plot actually needs.
How long does a driveway take?
Most standard driveways are finished inside a week, confirmed once we have seen the site.
My last patio never worked properly. Can you fix that?
That is common on ground that varies plot to plot. We dig out what is there, check why it failed, usually drainage or a shallow sub-base, and rebuild it properly this time.
Are you on Checkatrade and Google?
Yes. We are an approved Checkatrade member and hold Google Guaranteed status. Behind that are over 15 years in groundworks and landscaping and the trade cards to go with it: CSCS, Street Works, SSSTS and NVQ Level 2.
Nearby Towns We Cover
Ferndown sits in the near ring around Bournemouth and Poole, close to these towns.
West Moors
The closest of Ferndown's neighbouring towns.
West Moors coverageWimborne Minster
A few miles from Ferndown, on the same near ring.
Wimborne Minster coverageVerwood
Also close by, further along the ring.
Verwood coverageBroadstone
Back toward the Poole and Bournemouth core of the patch.
Broadstone coverageGet a free quote
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