Residential Groundworks & Civil Engineering Standards for Your Home
From luxury swimming pool excavation to emergency drainage repairs. We bring the precision, speed, and 'owned fleet' reliability of a Tier 1 contractor to your driveway in Staffordshire and the Midlands.
Laser Precision
Foundations poured to strict +/- 5mm tolerances using commercial-grade laser levelling technology.
Property Protection
We operate a fleet of modern excavators with rubber tracks to protect your paving and existing driveways.
Building Control Ready
All works are fully insured, CSCS carded, and executed to pass Building Control inspections first time.
Structural Surgeons for Your Property
Most residential groundworks companies treat every job the same: heavy machinery, mud, and mess. At Tilsley Groundworks, we take a different approach. We view ourselves as "Structural Surgeons." Whether we are excavating a tight-access basement for a luxury extension or installing complex drainage systems for a new housing development, we apply the same rigour we use on major civil engineering frameworks.
We understand that for a homeowner, groundworks can be the most stressful part of a build. It is the "unknown" beneath the soil. We own our entire fleet of modern plant and machinery with everything required to get the job done. We guarantee that the machine arriving at your home is modern, quiet, and clean. Across the midlands we are the partner that self-builders and developers trust to get them out of the ground safely.
Our Residential Services
New Build Foundations
Comprehensive groundwork packages for self-builders and developers. We handle site clearance, strip or raft foundations, and blockwork up to DPC level.
Swimming Pools & Tight Access
Precision excavation for pools, basements, and garden contouring. Our zero-tail swing micro-diggers fit through standard garden gates.
Precision Excavation for New Builds, Extensions, Pools & Landscaping
You have invested in the dream design; don’t let the groundworks become a nightmare. Excavating for a new build, large extension or swimming pool requires more than just digging a hole, it requires engineering precision. A deviation of just a few centimetres can cause costly issues for your bricklayers or pool installers later on.
At Tilsley Groundworks, we specialise in tight-access excavation. Using our compact Bobcat E10 excavators, we can navigate narrow alleyways and finished gardens without causing collateral damage. We use laser-guided depth control to ensure your foundation or pool shell sits perfectly level. We also handle all "muck away" services using our own transport, ensuring waste is removed from your property legally and efficiently.
Zero-Tail Swing Machines
Work safely next to walls and fences.
Soil Management
We separate topsoil for reuse to save you money.
Vibration Control
Careful digging near existing structures to prevent cracks.
Emergency Drainage, Subsidence & Sewer Repairs
When a drain collapses or a subsidence crack appears, time is critical. Every hour of delay can lead to water damage, environmental hazards, or structural instability. The problem with many local builders is availability—they have to wait until Monday to hire a digger.
Tilsley Groundworks is different. Because we own our plant, we can mobilize immediately. Our Staffordshire-based team is equipped to handle deep excavation repairs, sewer connections, and septic tank replacements 24/7. We don't just patch the problem; we fix the root cause. We expose the damaged pipework, replace it with regulation-compliant PVC piping, and reinstate the ground to its original condition.
Sewer Connections
Approved contractors.
Septic Tanks
Installation of treatment plants and soakaways.
Underpinning
Stabilizing foundations affected by subsidence.
From Consultation to Certification
1
The Plan
We visit your home to assess ground conditions, access widths, and service locations (gas/electric). We provide a fixed-price quote.
2
The Build
Our professional team arrives on time with our own machinery. We set up safety fencing and protective matting before a single bucket of soil is moved.
3
The Handover
We work directly with Building Control inspectors to ensure all footings, drainage, and concrete pours are signed off, giving you the paperwork you need for your warranty.
Residential Groundworks FAQ
Do you handle the waste removal (muck away)?
Do you handle the waste removal (muck away)?
Can your diggers fit through a standard side gate?
Can your diggers fit through a standard side gate?
Do I need a soil test before digging foundations?
Do I need a soil test before digging foundations?