GROUNDWORKS SERVICES IN WILTSHIRE & SOUTH WEST
At David Horton Contractors Ltd, we provide reliable and professional groundworks services for residential, commercial, and industrial projects across Wiltshire, the South West and surrounding areas.
With decades of experience and a highly skilled team, we undertake a wide range of groundworks, from excavations and drainage to reinforced concrete and block paving, ensuring every site is properly prepared for the next phase of construction.
Whether you’re starting a new build, upgrading commercial infrastructure or improving your property, we deliver high-quality and cost-effective solutions that meet your schedule and specifications.
Our groundworks services:
We offer a full suite of groundworks solutions, tailored to suit your project requirements
Foundations & footings
We excavate and lay all types of foundations and footings to ensure the correct depth, shape, and reinforcement for the structure above. Our team delivers precision and stability for every future structure, from residential builds to commercial sites.
Drainage solutions
We design and install stormwater and foul water drainage systems, including soakaways, manholes and pipework. We also repair blocked or collapsed drains, ensuring systems are safe, functional, and fully compliant with regulations.
Bulk excavation
Our experienced groundworks team carries out bulk earthworks and excavation, removing large volumes of soil, debris and unwanted material. Our excavations services are ideal for levelling ground and preparing for infrastructure or structural work.
Reinforced concrete
We install reinforced concrete slabs, pads and retaining structures for buildings, car parks, and high-load areas, using durable materials to ensure long-term strength and stability.
Basements
We also handle basement excavation and construction projects of all sizes, including retaining walls, waterproofing and structural support to help maximise the usable space of a property.
Tarmac
Our groundworks team lays tarmac surfaces for roads, driveways, car parks and paths, delivering smooth, hardwearing finishes suitable for domestic and commercial use.
Sewage connections
We install and connect new sewage systems, including mains connections and pipework, ensuring efficient and regulation-compliant wastewater management.
Septic tanks & treatment plants
We offer installation of septic tanks and sewage treatment plants, including ground excavation and connection to existing or new drainage networks.
Duct installation
We provide ducting services for electric, gas, water, telecoms and fibre networks so that they are safely installed and mapped ready for future access.
Block & beam floor installation
Our team can install block and beam flooring systems, offering a quick and efficient solution for solid, insulated ground floors.
Block paving
We carry out block paving works for driveways, paths and patios, using high-quality materials to create clean, durable finishes.
Driveways & landscaping
From gravel and tarmac driveways to soft landscaping and garden clearance, we transform outdoor spaces with care, attention to detail and minimal disruption.