Business Details
28 Years
experience
Your Trusted Landscaping Partner in Maidstone
Benchmark Construction & Landscaping Services has been delivering professional landscaping services in Maidstone and Kent for over two decades. Our expertise spans garden design, hard and soft landscaping, driveway and patio installation, and commercial grounds maintenance. We prioritise client satisfaction through tailored solutions, using high-quality materials and proven techniques. Our team combines extensive experience with a commitment to innovation, ensuring projects meet both aesthetic and functional requirements.We adhere to strict quality standards, offering transparent communication and minimising disruption during installations. Our reputation for reliability and value-for-money solutions has been built through consistent delivery of exceptional results across residential and commercial sectors.
Services
Landscaping
Driveway Construction
Patio Installation
Artificial Grass
Decking
Fencing
Garden Building Installation
Grounds Maintenance
Groundworks
Commercial Landscaping
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of experience in Kent landscaping projects.
- Our team uses only premium materials for durable installations.
- We provide free, no-obligation quotes with transparent pricing.
- We specialise in minimising disruption during residential projects.
- We deliver tailored solutions for both small gardens and large commercial sites.
Services
Landscaping
Our landscaping services transform outdoor spaces through tailored garden designs and construction. We handle projects of all sizes, from small residential gardens to large commercial developments. Using a combination of hard landscaping elements like patios and pathways alongside soft landscaping with plants and turf, we create functional, aesthetically pleasing environments. Our approach prioritises client needs, ensuring each project enhances property value and usability while maintaining ecological balance.
Driveway Construction
We specialise in constructing durable, visually appealing driveways using materials like block paving, tarmac, and natural stone. Our process includes site assessment, excavation, and precise installation to ensure longevity and drainage efficiency. We offer both new installations and resurfacing solutions, tailored to match property aesthetics. With over two decades of experience, we deliver driveways that combine practicality with enhanced kerb appeal for residential and commercial clients.
Patio Installation
Our patio installation service creates seamless outdoor living spaces tailored to client preferences. We offer free design consultations, 3D visualisations, and a choice of materials including Indian sandstone and concrete slabs. The process involves site preparation, precise laying techniques, and jointing to ensure stability. Whether for entertaining or relaxation, our patios are designed to withstand UK weather conditions while complementing garden layouts.
Artificial Grass
We install high-quality artificial grass that mimics natural turf without maintenance demands. Ideal for residential gardens, commercial properties, and shaded areas, our synthetic lawns resist wear and retain colour year-round. The installation includes ground preparation, drainage solutions, and secure edging. Clients benefit from reduced water usage, no mowing requirements, and a consistently neat appearance, making it a cost-effective long-term solution.
Decking
Our decking services create versatile outdoor spaces using durable composite and treated timber materials. We design and build multi-level decks, incorporating features like planters, lighting, and non-slip surfaces. The installations are tailored to garden layouts, ensuring seamless integration with existing structures. With options for custom accessories and weather-resistant finishes, our decks provide low-maintenance entertainment areas that withstand UK climate conditions.
Questions
What areas do you cover for landscaping services?
We operate across Kent, including Maidstone, Chatham, Gillingham, Rochester, Ashford, Canterbury, Tonbridge, and Tunbridge Wells, as well as parts of Surrey and Sussex.
Do you offer free quotes for landscaping projects?
Yes, we provide free, no-obligation quotes for all services, including garden design, driveways, and patio installations.
What materials do you use for driveway construction?
We work with block paving, tarmac, natural stone, gravel, and pattern-imprinted concrete, offering advice on suitability based on budget and property style.
Can you install artificial grass in shaded gardens?
Yes, our synthetic lawns are ideal for shaded areas where natural grass struggles to grow, providing a low-maintenance, evergreen solution.
How long does a typical patio installation take?
Most residential patios are completed within 3-5 days, depending on size and complexity, with minimal disruption to homeowners.
Do you handle commercial landscaping projects?
Yes, we provide grounds maintenance, large-scale landscaping, and drainage solutions for commercial properties, industrial estates, and public spaces.
Reviews (4)
Anna Lopez
Nov 07, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Punctuality,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Lee with Sams help completely transformed our patio area. It was just an uneven mix of concrete, slabs and grass. We now have a beautiful sandstone patio area with steps, drainage and side path. We cannot recommend Lee highly enough, we would happily use them again.
Lee with Sams help completely transformed our patio area. It was just an uneven mix of concrete, slabs and grass. We now have a beautiful sandstone patio area with steps, drainage and side path. We cannot recommend Lee highly enough, we would happily use them again.
Sue Black
Jun 28, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Punctuality,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Excellent job , transformed my garden into the perfect place for me to sit and relax. Standard of work was first class and would recommend the company to anyone.
Excellent job , transformed my garden into the perfect place for me to sit and relax. Standard of work was first class and would recommend the company to anyone.
John Hartnup
Jun 16, 2021
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As they never bothered to ring back as promised I can only assume they are to busy to take on more jobs! Hence the very generous ONE star.
Jon Attaway
Apr 17, 2021
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We're really pleased with Lee's hard work in landscaping our garden. He was very flexible and patient with us as we made a few tweaks to the design as we went along, and he used his experience to make some great recommendations along the way. The weather was very unkind and reduced the site to a bit of a swamp at times, so the project took longer than expected - but Lee's communication was great throughout so we always knew what was happening and when work was likely to resume. We're thrilled with the end result and are looking forward to enjoying the space for years to come!
