Landscapers&GroundworksinPoole
Poole runs from the free-draining sand around Branksome to lower ground near the harbour, so we check what's actually under a garden before we quote the job.
- Fixed-price quotes, nothing hidden
- 2-year workmanship warranty
- Groundwork done in-house, not subbed out
- 2 yearsWarranty on work
- Owner-ledOne team throughout
- In-houseBy our own team
- CSCS · SSSTS · NVQ 2Qualified team
What The Ground In Poole Is Actually Like
Poole sits in the Poole Basin, on Eocene sands, clays and gravels that produce thin, acidic soils across the borough. Free-draining Branksome Sand outcrops through Branksome and the north of the town, while ground closer to the harbour and the older parts of Poole includes lower-lying land and pockets of made ground. What's under a garden here can change street to street, which is why we dig a trial hole before we design a base or a soakaway. The building stock is mixed too, from Victorian and Edwardian terraces near the town centre to newer housing further out and waterside developments around the harbour. We are based in Bournemouth and work in Poole regularly, on driveways, patios and full garden rebuilds alike.
The Full Range, Built For Poole's Ground
Every service we offer, matched to what Poole's ground and streets actually need.
Driveways
Block Paving DrivewaysSet on Branksome Sand's free-draining ground in the north of Poole, or on the wetter clay closer to the harbour, so sub-base depth is never assumed.
Tarmac & Asphalt DrivewaysA common choice on Poole's older terraced streets, where a tight frontage still needs the falls set correctly so water leaves rather than pooling at the kerb.
Concrete Driveways
Gravel DrivewaysWorks well over the free-draining sand found across parts of Poole, with edge restraint fitted to stop it migrating onto the pavement.
Driveway Repairs & Resurfacing
Drainage Contractors
Percolation TestingA trial pit tells us how fast a Poole garden actually takes water, which varies sharply between the sandy north and the harbour edge.
Soakaway InstallationLow-lying ground near Poole Harbour makes drainage design matter more than in most towns we cover, so we test before we size anything.
Land & Surface Water Drainage
15+
Years in groundworks and landscaping
14 towns
Covered across Dorset & Hampshire
35 miles
Working radius from Bournemouth, with Poole well inside it
Fixed price
Itemised and agreed before work starts
How A Job In Poole Runs
The same fixed process everywhere we work, weighted to what Poole's ground and access actually need.
Consultation & Site Visit
We visit the property in Poole, assess the ground and any existing surface, and talk through what you want. A harbourside plot and a sandy inland garden get treated differently from this first visit.
Fixed-Price Quote
An itemised, fixed-price quote follows the visit. No hidden extras once work starts.
Groundwork & Build
Dig-out, sub-base, falls and drainage come first, matched to whatever we found on site. The visible surface, block paving, patio or turf, goes down last.
Walk-Round & Aftercare
A walk-round at the end, then we come back and put right anything that settles in the first two years.
What Our Customers Say
Feedback from homeowners and developers across every area we work in, covering driveways, patios and groundworks.
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 👍
Common Worries, Answered
The questions we hear most before work starts.
Will it look great for one winter then dip?
Every surface goes down on a sub-base dug and compacted to the right depth. That is the layer that stops a driveway or patio sinking in its second winter.
Where does the water actually go?
Falls are set deliberately and drainage designed in from the start, not added afterwards once puddling shows up.
Will the price move once you start digging?
Quotes are fixed and itemised before work begins. If ground conditions genuinely change the job, we tell you before doing anything, not after.
Poole FAQs
Questions we get asked most by homeowners and developers in Poole.
Do you cover Poole?
Yes. We are based in Bournemouth and work in Poole regularly, from Parkstone and Broadstone to the harbourside.
How long will a driveway in Poole take?
Most standard driveways are finished inside a week. The exact timescale is confirmed at the consultation, once we have seen the ground.
My garden floods or the patio puddles. Can you fix that?
Usually it comes down to where the water is going, not how much rain fell. A percolation test tells us how fast the ground actually takes water, and we size the drainage or soakaway to match.
What is under a typical Poole garden?
It varies. Some of Poole sits on free-draining sand, other parts have clay or made ground closer to the harbour. We check with a trial hole rather than assume.
Do you work on older properties near the harbour as well as newer estates?
Yes. We work across Poole's mix of Victorian terraces, mid-century housing and newer waterside developments.
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 Areas We Cover
The towns closest to Poole that we work in regularly.
Parkstone
Along the coast from central Poole, where we work regularly on driveways and garden rebuilds.
Parkstone coverageBroadstone
North of Poole, with a mix of family gardens and larger plots.
Broadstone coverageWimborne Minster
A short way inland, where older properties often need a careful look at what's under the garden.
Wimborne Minster coverageFerndown
Further north again, on ground that shifts from sandy to clay across the town.
Ferndown coverageGet a free quote
Tell us what you need and we'll come back with a price. No pressure, no hard sell.
Prefer to talk? Call Four Groundworks & Landscaping on 07886 075828