Down To Earth

Perfect Patio Installation. Great trio of professionals. Removed existing wooden decking and incorporated existing path into new patio and created new path. Great advice prior to starting and throughout. This was particularly important regarding the drainage options for our situation. Excellent work ethic and end results. Martin, Mike and Gary worked as a close-knit team, taking their time, without wasting any so as to pay close attention to detail. They built up a solidly compacted base prior to cementing in the sandstone pavers which gives us comfort that it is built to last. Good explanations provided as they went along. They were also open to accommodating an additional request while they had their equipment on site with no additional cost. Tidy workers and site cleared on completion. Prompt response to a post-installation query.

We enlisted the services of Down to Earth Landscapes to re-lay our tired patio. From initial contact with Martin when we asked him to quote for the job, we were highly impressed with his knowledge and professionalism. He helped us design the patio and gave us suggestions on how best to use the space we had as well as advising us on the best materials to use. The quotation was received promptly and following acceptance of the price, he was able to provide us with an early start date which was duly adhered to. His team of Gary, Mike and himself arrived on the due date and despite some challenging weather, they got stuck in removing the old patio and preparing the area for the new one. The team were great to have around and worked tirelessly to get the job done. Nothing was too much trouble for them and they tidied up every day to ensure we could still use the garden and space they were working on. When the job was completed, they ensured we were completely satisfied and cleared up the whole area they were working on. I can honestly say that all the guys took immense pride in the work down to every last detail. The finished job looks absolutely fantastic and we are extremely well pleased. We would have no hesitation in recommending this business for similar jobs.

Martin, Mike and Gary were a joy to have working for us. Their advice, suggestions were excellent and the quality of their work could not be beaten. Very professional and you just know, they know, what they are talking about. If they were carrying out the work on their own properties, they could not have made more effort for a perfect job. They replaced our old patio and rebuilt a section of a wall, adding a new step, The final price was exactly as their quote. A pleasure to work with and will be our first choice for any future work. Would highly recommend them.

Down To Earth had been here to take out some trees, install fencing and some hedging almost exactly a year ago and they did such a great job I had no hesitation in inviting them back to carry out a complete upgrade of the largest part of my garden. This involved the complete removal of a turf (and v weedy) lawn, the installation of edging, trellis, creation of a path and planting of a tree and various climbers. The design process was very dynamic and it was a pleasure to be lead through it by the very knowledgeable team. I felt that they offered up many ideas and were also receptive to my input and between us I believe that the final result is going to be a space that my family will enjoy immensely for many years to come. On a practical note the team turned up promptly every day, stayed on budget, tidied up each day, communicated very regularly and drank lots of cups of tea. I have already recommended them to friends.

Complete and expert redesign and reconstruction of small garden patio area, paths and doorsteps. Cannot recommend Down To Earth highly enough. Every aspect of the job from initial planning to finished product was carried out with the utmost professionalism. He listened carefully to what was asked for and was willing to give experienced and excellent advice as required, and it was well worth listening to. The construction phase was most reassuring, as you could see the thorough and solid foundations that were laid. This work is done to last. They were also very enjoyable days as we were kept amused by their happy attitude to their work and each other. We never felt like we were living on a building site as they were meticulous about clearing up at the end of each day. We were kept informed and consulted at all stages of the process. The finished product was an absolute delight – it exceeded all our expectations and getting ‘Down to Earth’ was one of the best decisions we have ever made with regard to any projects around house and garden. The skills and craftsmanship of their work is second to none. Do not hesitate for a moment about choosing ‘Down to Earth’ to do any work designing and landscaping your garden, no matter how big or small. It is money very well spent and what you are quoted at the start is what you will pay – there are no nasty surprises or extra costs.

Great team to have around, from the first discussions and giving a quote to finishing the job. Good advice given, the product of years of experience so listen and learn :) Pricing clear and fair and no haggling or nonsense at the end of the job because you asked for some adjustments. Martin, Mike and Gary are a pleasure to have on site, the quality of work outstanding! Definitely our first choice for any future works.

I have used Down to Earth a number of times and the quality of work has always been exceptional. The guys are fun hard working and very professional. I have had everything from basic fences to high quality stone work undertaken and co up don’t be happier with the work done. Highly recommend the guys if you want a quality job done.

Martin and the team have created beautiful outdoor spaces for us and transformed the garden. We chose a stunning sandstone paving which was a mixture of soft stone colours and sits well with our Victorian home. The team are friendly, professional snd very committed to each project. I have seen other examples of their work and would always recommend them to anyone looking to lift their outdoor space. From inception to completion the team work hard and meticulously leaving no mess on site daily. The most recent project was a large decked area in the garden which they made a wonderful job of. It will be wonderful to have socially distanced get togethers very soon, fingers crossed on the decked area.

We completely knocked down and rebuilt our house in 2016/17 and then worked with Martin, Mike and Gary of Down to Earth in creating a1.5 acre garden of immense complexity and variety. Sunken gardens, woodland paths, formal Italian beds, patios, paths, sculptures and trees, trees, trees. These guys are the best: assiduous, on time, hard working, perfectionists with real pragmatism and strong on solutions. The best team we have worked with and would urge anyone who is thinking of a challenging garden project to consider DOWN TO EARTH. Simply phenomenal.

Martin, Mike and Gary did extensive works to our garden late 2020. They knocked down an old garage and prepared a new gravel parking area. They transformed an old broken pathway into, what can only be described as, a beautiful work of art! We look forward to the sunshine when we can sit out on our new patio. We are highly delighted with the works carried out and the boys are a real tonic (banter supplied foc). All completed to budget and within the timescale anticipated. Would not hesitate to recommend them.