Are groundworkers required to have insurance?

Groundworkers are not legally required to have insurance, but it’s highly recommended. Most groundworkers near you will hold public liability insurance to protect against damage to property or injury caused during the job. Always ask for proof of insurance before hiring.

Do groundworkers offer guarantees on their work?

Yes, many groundworkers near you will provide a guarantee on their work. This typically lasts from a few months to several years, depending on the project. Make sure you understand what’s covered, such as defects or issues due to poor workmanship.

What should I ask a groundworker before hiring them?

Before hiring a groundworker near you, ask about their insurance, previous projects, and approach to site preparation. Discuss timelines, costs, and payment terms, and request references or examples of similar work.

How much deposit should I pay a groundworker?

It’s normal to pay around **10% to 20%** of the total cost upfront, but always agree on this in writing before work begins. Avoid paying large deposits and ensure there’s a clear contract outlining expectations.

How can I check if a groundworker near me is a good fit?

Start by reviewing their MyBuilder profile, where you can see photos of past jobs, customer feedback, and business details. It’s also worth meeting them in person to discuss the project and see how they plan to approach your site.

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Engin NW Ltd.
Rating: 5 out of 5
We are an all-encompassing groundworks company. Everything in/on the ground, we do! With over 20 years experience in the industry our key values are collaboration, customer service and quality.
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Groundwork & Foundations- 11 Jul 2022
Really pleased with the job Mehmet and the guys did. They worked so hard and in horrible weather. It was literally bouncing down on them and they were still relentless. They were a pleasure to have around too. Really friendly, polite and the took time to ask me if I was happy with what they were doing. Mehmet is genuinely conscious about providing a good service and ensuring the work is done to a high standard. He went above and beyond to support and reassure us before, during and beyond the whole process. I really wouldn't look any further now after finding some good people, with integrity, that I can trust to do a brilliant job 👍
B smith Landscaping
Rating: 5 out of 5
My name is Brandon. I run B smith Landscaping. I've been around for over 20 years. I run a professional company. My work is done to a professional standard. We are customer friendly and very reasonably priced. Based in North Manchester we will travel upto 30 miles radius from home. I specialise in fencing ...flagging...driveways...patios...wood/composite decking..artificial grass/real turf....kids play areas...sleepers...shed build...jetwshing....If not listed just ask and we can accommodate it
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Fantastic workmanship. Brandon built a large decking area and new gate/fence. The area is completely transformed, largely down to the finish and quality of work. Brandon had a Professional and friendly approach, was happy to keep me informed but able to get on with the job. Have had work completed before but Brandon was by far the best and completed the work on very competitive rates. I also really appreciated Brandon's punctuality-was on time early each day. Unfortunately in the past, tradespeople have often turned up half way through the day, causing the project to take much longer. Brandon appreciated my time was precious whilst working and understands the disruption work can cause the customer so did what he could to minimise any disruption. I will definitely request Brandon's services again and would trust him with any job.
Apex Builders Sussex
Rating: 5 out of 5
At Apex Builders Sussex, we take great pride in our excellent workmanship to deliver outstanding results. Since our founding, we’ve worked hard toward building and maintaining a stellar reputation as a Construction business.
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Decking- 4 May 2021
What can I say about Zoltan, he kept me informed all the way, a privilege to have him working for me, Zoltan and his partner did amazing job on my Decking, I am really pleased with it, worked a full 10/12 hour aday, I can't praise them enough, highly recommend, I know where I will go in the future for any other building jobs, took all the rubbish away, as far as I'm concerned it's a 5 star rating, very polite, nothing to much trouble and very easy to get along with.
Adam Faulkner
Rating: 5 out of 5
I’ve had the pleasure of working with a wide ranging clientele on varied jobs which allows me to keep my knowledge relevant and workmanship well versed across the board. By working on private renovation works, carrying out first and second fix jobs on large, new build projects, routine maintenance on Landlords property portfolios (internal and external) and private landscaping projects. I’ve been able to evolve my working style to accommodate the diversity of the range of jobs that I complete.
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Garden Maintenance- 2 Nov 2020
Adam is great, helpful, extremely kind, excellent communication, brilliant with my young children and gets the job done. Highly recommend.
Mcgilloway ltd
Rating: 5 out of 5
We are specialists in reinforced concrete, steel fixing, formwork and concrete finishing. We mainly cover the Midlands from small jobs to water treatments works.
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Groundwork & Foundations- 3 Jul 2022
Great job Carreied out the work with no issues and left the house tidy
BRG Building
Rating: 4.6 out of 5
Welcome to BRG Building Ltd. We have a very experienced, professional and friendly team that have many years of being in the trade. We cover every aspect of the building trade from foundations to plastering. Modern house or country cottage, we have worked on them all. I hope I can help people out in achieving there dreams when it comes to there homes. Please feel free to have a look through my photos and see just some of the work we have done in the past.. Thank You BRG Building
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Groundwork & Foundations- 2 Jul 2019
Excellent job. Super hardworking very skilled and didn't leave any mess. Will certainly use him again if I have any building work that needs doing.
Kent Turf Care Ltd.
Rating: 4.6 out of 5
We cover all aspects of Landscape and construction design, construction and maintenance. With over 35 years experience from commercial to domestic projects. We are Kent trading standards approved. Members of: The Association of Professional Landscapers, and hold Government Trustmark. We are also registered installers for: Bradstone Paving, Natural Paving, Dekor Grip resin surfaces. we have been involved with projects from small to large. Catering for hard and soft landscaping and building requirements.
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Fencing- 8 Feb 2019
Mr Attfield did call round to my home, measured fencing required and he informed me that I would receive a phone call as to when the fencing would be started. He never did telephone and I AM NOT CHASING HIM UP.
TM Survey & Build
Rating: 5 out of 5
Hi! My name is Thomas Murton and I am a qualified Quantity Surveyor with a building company. I have several years of experience in both the residential and commercial building industry.
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Extensions- 4 Jan 2022
Thom was very helpful during his time at the property. He has a good knowledge and I would recommend him.
J.Brewer Construction
Rating: 5 out of 5
Welcome to the home of J.Brewer Construction. Fully Insured No Upfront Costs Satisfaction Guaranteed We are a reliable, efficient and Knowledgeable building company serving Oxfordshire,Buckinghamshire and Gloucestershire.
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Joe was recommended to lay patio and path paving and line garden walls with Cotswold stone around our new house. He worked for day rates at weekends, was reliable and hardworking and always advised me of any schedule changes in advance. He was good to work with, brought other people to help with the job when required and his work was tidy and competent. I will be asking him to complete additional works around the outside of the house when the time comes.
Bespoke Resin Driveways
Rating: 4.5 out of 5
Call for a price no job to small or big
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Waste Clearance- 30 Jul 2026
Top quality, efficient, friendly, and professional service! We’d been trying to get rid of some large builder’s material that the previous owner had left. We’d tried multiple companies and services - all to no avail. Harry at BRD was super efficient; got us the quote and completed the job all within a few hours! Would highly recommend.
Paul Devlin Design & Joinery
Rating: 5 out of 5
Paul Devlin Design & Joinery All aspects of Design & Joinery Work carried out From initial Sketch to Detailed CAD & 3D Models right through to All Joinery work to be carried out on any Domestic or Commercial Sites. Works include:- -Design Work CAD/ 3D -1st & 2nd Fix Joinery -Roofing -Shop/ Commercial Fit Outs
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Carpentry- 1 Apr 2019
Paul arrived on time and was pleasant and friendly. The job took longer than expected but he came back the next day and worked late until it was done. We were very pleased with the job Paul did of laying out parquet floor and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend him.
cjc contracts (ni) ltd
Rating: 5 out of 5
CJC CONTRACTS is a groundwork’s and building contractor. We undertake all aspects of groundwork and plant hire as well as building works from start to finish
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Groundwork & Foundations- 9 Feb 2020
We hired Connor to build a new terrace at the rear of our house where the garden slopes away. Terrace to 1.7 mtr high and 13 mtr long. So quite a big job. He and team worked solidly from late December through January in all weather and we can't stress enough how impressed we have been with the professional quality of his work throughout. Seriously good reinforced foundation, strong retaining wall tiered from 45cm at base, and full drainage laid at the base and at top surface. Flags laid and a powdered coated railing to surround the flagged area. He sorted anything unexpected that cropped up and was very helpful suggesting improvements, and alterations to the original job as he worked. The end result looks brilliant, better than we could have imagined and we would recommend him to anyone looking for top quality work. Thank you for a great job. Andy
Birchwood Property and Landscape Services
Rating: 5 out of 5
We are a local building, property maintenance and landscaping company with over 25 years experience. We offer expert free advice and no obligation estimates for all types of building/groundwork/excavating/drainage/fencing/roof repairs/general property maintainance and landscaping services. We offer a 24 hour emergency service. From accident damage clear up, blocked drains, emergency repairs. Birchwood runs 24 hour drain jetting service.
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Groundwork & Foundations- 27 Apr 2016
Excellent job carried out by BPLS. Only too happy to recommend Mike, his quote was exactly as stated and he worked nonstop till the job was finished.
Laurdan Limited
Rating: 5 out of 5
Laurdan Deeside is a successful family run business since 2014 offering a full range of Construction, Landscaping & Plant Hire solutions. We undertake all types of work including: New Builds, Extensions & Conversions, Conservatories & Garages, Wood Burning Stove Installation, Landscaping & Walling, Drainage Systems, Roughcasting & Pointing, Gates, Fencing & Decking. All Joinery work including Exterior Windows and Doors, Internal Joinery, Kitchens and Bathrooms, Flooring etc.
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Husband's family were in the building trade so husband saying he was pleased with their work is no mean feat. I highly recommend Danny and his team at Laurdan Deeside for any and all of your construction needs. Our garden landscaping project turned into a progressive big project after having to remove dangerous trees beside a burn to the rear of our property. To solve the potential problem of our garden flooding again Danny suggested building a bank using locally sourced granite boulders, the first of many excellent suggestions. Aberdeenshire Council were so impressed with his embankment with boulders that they asked for a business card to send him work. The finished result is amazing and means that we have regained about 2 metres of garden that was a slope into the burn and our garden should not flood in future. This was only one part of the build. They completed a very substantial cabin base with balustrade beside the burn, a concrete decking area, a new pergola, 3 patios, numerous paths, drainage & lawn drainage, replacement guttering/downpipes, roof repairs and broken tile replacements, two sets of steps to the house plus a disabled access ramp, a new woodshed, erected a greenhouse, complete re-fencing of the rear garden with landscaping and turf laid in front and rear gardens. They worked during the coldest months in wind, frost and rain and were still able to smile! They have all been absolutely amazing. Brilliant job. - Hiedi
Benfleet Construction and Refurbishment
Rating: 5 out of 5
Benfleet construction and refurbishment Offer a great and efficient service all over Essex Fully knowledgeable and great professional advise we offer guarantee on all work carried out.We have dedicated tradesman to accommodate for all types of work from small repairs to large extension and full interior and exterior refurbishments We know your home is the most important so we take extra care when working at your home
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Driveways (Paved & Loose)- 15 Jan 2017
lee carried out the drive job efficiently and diligently but has to return to attend to some snag work and this list has been sent to him by phone text.
RJT Brickwork
Rating: 5 out of 5
Here at RJT Brickwork we strive for maximum quality, customer satisfaction and value for money. No matter the size of the project. Based in West Sussex and operating mainly within the South East area RJT Brickwork has carried out brickwork on numerous residential and commercial developments from small garden walls to new builds. Thank you
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Bricklaying- 18 Mar 2022
Ronnie, did a very good job fixing and rebuilding a paved doorstep at our listed cottage. He proposed a Victorian pattern and rebuild it within the required time and within budget. Would recommend him for any job!