Getting it right first timeFor homeowners & local builders
Big or small, it starts below ground.
Clay soils, nearby trees, made ground, a tight back garden or a building control officer asking for reinforced foundations: these are exactly the problems we solve every day.
We have the team, the experience and the range of rigs to deliver an economical, practical piled foundation, whatever the ground and however restricted the access. You’ll get straight answers, not jargon, from a local team that works with you at every step.
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What are you building?
Piles carry your build down past poor ground to firm strata, often with less digging, less spoil and less disruption than deep strip footings.
Our approachNine steps, plainly explained
From plans to piles.
Here’s the whole journey, including the parts you’ll sort out before we start. Not sure where you are? Call us and we’ll point you in the right direction.
You Your part, before we start M&D We take care of it
Send us your plans
We need to know what your foundations will support. If you have architect’s drawings, send us a copy.
YouGet planning permission
New homes, extensions and conservatories often need it. If you’re unsure, ask your local authority before work starts.
YouCheck the Party Wall Act
Building on or near a party wall or boundary? You must tell your neighbours first. Your architect can advise.
YouArrange a ground report
Testing the soil first is best practice. If you haven’t got one yet, we can help you arrange it.
You + our helpWe design your foundations
Our in-house engineers produce the drawings and structural calculations you’ll need for building control approval.
M&DThe right equipment
Restricted access, noise or disruption to keep down? We choose the rig that suits your site and your budget.
M&DYour quote
A clear price for the work. Small enough to give outstanding value, big enough to bring real expertise.
M&DBuilding regulations
Piles installed on time and on budget, with pile logs and the paperwork building control needs. Pile testing is available if required.
M&DInsurance-backed guarantee
We carry comprehensive cover against defective work and offer an insurance-backed guarantee on our works.
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Peace of mind, built in.
We offer an insurance-backed guarantee on our domestic work, and our foundations are designed and installed to satisfy building control and warranty providers such as NHBC, Zurich and LABC.
Why M&DA local team with national experience
Straight answers. Solid foundations.
We’ve been piling homes since 1999. You’ll deal with people who explain things clearly, turn up when they say they will and leave your site tidy.
- Local to youRegional teams in the North, Midlands, South, East, Wales and Scotland.
- Cost-effectiveThe right solution for your ground, not the most expensive one.
- Fully accreditedBSI ISO certified, CHAS Elite, Constructionline Gold and SafeContractor approved.
Foundations for your futureFree, no-obligation quote
Ready to build? Let’s start below ground.
Whether you’re a homeowner or a local builder, there’s an M&D team near you that will advise you at every step and make sure your build sits on foundations that last.