
RW Groundworks provides a complete range of groundworks, construction, and landscaping services across Cornwall. From digging foundations on a housing development to laying a patio in your back garden — Reuben Williams and his team have the plant, the qualifications, and 12 years of experience to handle it. Every service below has its own dedicated page with full details, FAQs, and a free quote option.
Footings, excavations, concreting, site clearance, earthworks — the foundation of every build. We own all the machinery needed, from a 14T Doosan excavator to wacker plates, so there’s no waiting on hire companies. Residential extensions to multi-plot housing developments.
GroundworksBlock paving, tarmac, and resin driveways built on proper sub-bases. We handle everything from excavation to finished surface — domestic drives, commercial car parks, and everything in between. Tarmac laying and paving contractor services across Cornwall.
Driveways & PavingHard and soft landscaping — patios, pathways, retaining walls, raised beds, and garden transformations. Because we do the groundworks underneath, your landscaping has proper structural foundations from day one.
LandscapingGarden fencing, security fencing, boundary fencing — supplied and installed. We handle the post hole digging and ground preparation as standard, which means your fence posts sit in properly set foundations.
FencingProfessional artificial grass installation across Cornwall. We prepare the sub-base, install drainage, and lay the turf — the groundworks expertise means your artificial lawn drains properly and sits level for years.
Artificial GrassHire our fleet — 14T Doosan excavator, 3.3T Hitachi, 7T dumper, Bomag rollers, Rammax, wacker plates, and more. Operated or self-drive. Day rates from £70/week. All machines maintained and delivered across Cornwall.
Plant Hire & RatesDeep drainage, storm water, foul drainage, French drains, soakaways, treatment tanks, and septic tank installation. We have the excavators and the expertise to dig deep and get the falls right.
DrainagePatio installation across Cornwall — natural stone, porcelain, concrete slabs, and Indian sandstone. Proper sub-base preparation and drainage included as standard.
PatiosConcrete foundations, floor slabs, retaining wall bases, and structural concreting. Strip foundations, trench fill, raft foundations — whatever the ground conditions require.
Concreting & FoundationsControlled demolition of buildings, walls, and structures. We handle waste removal, site clearance, and ground preparation for the next phase of your project.
DemolitionDropped kerb installation — council application support, excavation, and installation. We’re approved contractors who handle the full process from application to completion.
Drop KerbsTimber and composite decking installation. We handle the ground preparation, sub-frame construction, and finishing — so your deck sits on solid foundations.
DeckingStructural engineering, steel works, retaining walls, block work, masonry, and specialist construction. For projects that need engineering-grade solutions.
Civil EngineeringDrop kerbs, road construction, tarmac laying, pothole repair, traffic management, and confined space work. Qualified highway operatives on the team.
Highways & RoadsGroundworks packages for new builds and extensions — from initial dig through to completion including first and second fix carpentry. Currently running groundworks on 11 houses for 2 clients.
New Builds & ExtensionsRetaining wall construction — concrete block, stone, gabion, and engineered solutions. From garden terracing to structural earth retention on slopes and embankments.
Retaining WallsFrom one-off patios to 11-house developments, RW Groundworks digs, pours, and builds with our own plant and our own crew on site from day one — so the project you're picturing is the project you get.





RW Groundworks operates across Cornwall from our base in Helston. Eight core service areas, all within easy reach of the A30 corridor.
Here are answers to common questions about our services.

A: Yes. We're based in Helston and cover Penzance, St Ives, Hayle, Camborne, Redruth, Falmouth, Truro, and surrounding areas. For larger projects, we travel further across Cornwall.
A: Absolutely. We do everything from garden patios and domestic driveways to groundworks packages on multi-house developments and industrial warehouse projects.
A: Yes — all quotes are free with no obligation. Call 07385 250920 or use our contact form.
A: We own all our own plant and machinery and our team handles the work directly. No subcontracting the core trades.
A: Our team holds CSCS cards, highway operative certifications, site supervisor SSSTS and SMSTS, machine operator qualifications, and health and safety certifications.
