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Total Driveway Specialists
2B Highstone House
165 High Street
Barnet
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Retaining Walls
Used to manage changes in level, hold back sloped ground or create distinct terraced areas within a garden.
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Local Garden Landscaping Specialists in Barnet
Landscapers Barnet
An unused corner, an uneven level change or a garden that simply doesn't function well often comes down to a lack of structure rather than a lack of planting. Total Driveway Specialist Ltd provides hard landscaping across Barnet, including retaining walls, garden paths, paving and walling that give your outdoor space a proper foundation to work from.
We specialise in hard landscaping services specifically, structural and surfacing work, though we can help with planting schemes and all necessary groundwork.
- Retaining walls, garden paths, paving and walling
- Sleeper, gabion and brick retaining walls
- Correctly specified foundations
- Clear, written quotes covering the full project scope
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Correctly Specified Foundations
Built to Load Requirements
Attention to Drainage & Levels
Essential for Sloped Gardens
Hard Landscaping Services
Expert Hard Landscaping Services in Barnet
Hard landscaping forms the framework a garden is built around, and getting it right affects everything else that follows. We provide:
Every project starts with understanding how you actually use your garden, so the structural work we recommend suits your space rather than following a standard template.
Garden Paths
Connecting different areas of the garden with a durable, practical surface.
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For patios, seating areas or wider surfaced sections beyond the driveway.
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Including boundary and feature walls that add structure and definition.
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Constructed as a permanent feature using brick, block or sleeper walling rather than a freestanding kit.
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Our Work
Recent Landscaping Projects in Barnet
A look at the hard landscaping we design and build for homeowners across Barnet.
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Retaining Walls
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Garden Paths
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Garden Paving
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Garden Walling
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Built Raised Beds
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Gabion Retaining Wall
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Why Homeowners Choose Us
Why Homeowners Choose Total Driveway Specialist Ltd for Landscaping in Barnet
Structural garden work carries more risk if done incorrectly than most surface level jobs, which is why we treat retaining walls and groundworks with the same care as any load bearing structure.
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Correctly specified foundations
Particularly for retaining walls, where getting this wrong can lead to movement or failure over time.
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Fully insured, experienced tradespeople
Carrying out structural and surfacing work to a consistent standard.
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Clear, written quotes
Covering the full scope of the project before work begins.
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Careful attention to drainage and levels
Essential for any retaining wall or sloped garden project.
We would rather explain what a project genuinely requires than under specify a wall or path that fails to hold up over time.
Retaining Walls
Retaining Wall and Garden Wall Options
A retaining wall needs to do more than look good, it needs to hold ground securely and drain correctly. We install several types depending on the site and the look you are after.
- Sleeper retaining walls. Using timber sleepers to create a natural, robust finish well suited to level changes in garden settings.
- Gabion retaining walls. Using stone filled wire cages for a distinctive, textured look that also allows water to drain freely through the structure.
- Brick and block garden walling. For boundary walls, feature walls or more traditional retaining structures that match existing brickwork.
Our specialists will assess the height and load involved before recommending a wall type, since taller or heavily loaded walls need more robust foundations and drainage than a low garden feature wall.
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Paths & Paving
Garden Paths and Paving Design Options
A well designed path or paved area ties different parts of a garden together and makes it genuinely usable, not just decorative.
- A choice of paving materials. From natural stone to block paving, depending on the style of your garden and property.
- Curved or straight path layouts. Designed to suit how the space is actually walked through and used.
- Defined edging. Keeping paths and paved areas neat and preventing surrounding beds or lawn from encroaching.
- Level and gradient management. Particularly important on sloped gardens where steps or graded paths may be needed.
We can talk through material and layout options during your survey, including how any new paving ties in with existing driveway or patio surfaces.
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Landscaping Costs
How Much Does Landscaping Cost in Barnet?
Hard landscaping costs vary more than almost any other service we offer, since a small path and a full retaining wall project involve very different amounts of material, labour and groundwork. Rather than give you a figure that would be meaningless without seeing your garden, we quote every project individually.
Costs are generally shaped by:
The scale and scope of the project. As a single path differs significantly from a full retaining wall or multi-feature garden.
The type of feature involved. Since retaining walls typically require more groundwork than paving or paths.
Ground conditions and existing levels. Particularly on sloped or uneven sites.
Materials chosen. As sleeper, gabion, brick and paving options all vary in cost.
Site access. As gardens with limited access can affect how materials and equipment are brought in.
Contact us and we will visit your garden to provide an accurate, itemised quote.
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Looking for a service other than Landscaping in Barnet EN5?
We provide a whole range of service options for our Barnet clients:
Not in Barnet? Still looking for "Landscaping companies near me...?"
We have years of experience providing our Barnet clients with Landscaping, however we also cover many other regions:
- Landscaping Aldenham
- Landscaping Royston
- Landscaping Berkhamsted
- Landscaping Stevenage
- Landscaping Rickmansworth
- Landscaping Chorleywood
Outside Barnet? Call 0208 419 8836 — we cover the following surrounding areas too:
Arkley, Totteridge, Whetstone, Edgware, Mill Hill, Hendon, Finchley, Golders Green
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need planning permission for a garden wall or retaining wall?
This depends largely on the height of the structure and its position relative to boundaries. Lower garden walls generally do not require permission, but taller retaining walls or those near a boundary may need it. We can advise on this during your survey.
How long does a typical hard landscaping project take?
This varies considerably depending on scope. A single garden path may take a day or two, while a retaining wall or larger multi-feature project can take significantly longer. We provide a realistic timescale once we understand the full scope of your project.
Can you combine landscaping work with a new driveway or patio?
Yes, many of our projects combine hard landscaping features with driveway or patio work, and planning these together often gives a more cohesive finish and can be more efficient than treating them as separate projects.
Is my garden suitable for a retaining wall if it's on a slope?
Sloped gardens are actually one of the most common reasons homeowners need a retaining wall, as it allows the space to be levelled or terraced into more usable areas. We assess ground conditions and slope during the survey to recommend the right wall type.
What should I expect during a hard landscaping consultation?
We will walk the garden with you, discuss how you currently use the space and what you would like to change, and address ground conditions, levels and access before talking through suitable options and next steps.
Get a Free Landscaping Quote Today
Contact us to arrange your free landscaping survey and consultation. Our specialists will assess your space and talk you through the retaining walls, paths or paving options that suit your garden.
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