
Expert Groundworks Contractors in Devon & Cornwall
From site clearance and bulk excavations to foundations, drainage, and landscaping - comprehensive groundworks services for commercial and domestic projects across Devon & Cornwall.
Professional Groundworks Services You Can Trust
As a specialist groundworks contractor based in Liskeard, Cornwall, D Hall Plant Hire & Groundworks Ltd is ideally positioned to provide the highest quality in all aspects of groundworks services across Devon & Cornwall.
With over 17 years of experience, our skilled and qualified workforce has delivered a wide range of groundwork services, building a formidable reputation for quality and excellence in the process.
From initial site clearances and bulk excavations to block retaining walls, RC retaining walls, storm and sewer drainage, land drainage, foundations up to DPC, tarmac and resin driveways, and landscaping - our groundworks team works tirelessly with every client to maintain our reputation.
Whether the project is a commercial or domestic venture, we ensure any extensive groundworks are done with expertise and precision, every time.
Comprehensive Groundworks Services
Complete groundworks solutions for all types of construction projects across Devon & Cornwall
Site Clearance & Preparation
Complete site clearance, vegetation removal, topsoil stripping, and ground levelling to prepare your site for construction.
Bulk Excavations
Large-scale excavation works for basements, swimming pools, commercial developments, and major construction projects.
Foundations
Strip foundations, trench fill, pad foundations, and piled foundations up to DPC for domestic and commercial builds.
Drainage Systems
Storm drainage, foul drainage, land drainage, soakaways, and sewage treatment tank installations to building regulations.
Retaining Walls
Block retaining walls, reinforced concrete (RC) retaining walls, and gravity walls for ground retention and landscaping.
Driveways & Access Roads
Complete driveway construction, access roads, tarmac surfacing, resin-bound surfaces, and concrete paving.
Landscaping Groundworks
Hard landscaping, pathways, patios, terracing, and outdoor spaces including grasscrete and cellular paving systems.
Concrete Works
Concrete bases, slabs, footings, floor screeds, and specialist concrete applications for all construction needs.
Looking for specific groundworks services? We cover all aspects of groundwork for construction projects of any size.
Discuss Your ProjectGroundworks Project Examples
From domestic extensions to commercial developments - we handle groundworks projects of all scales

New Build Groundworks
Complete groundworks packages for new residential and commercial builds, from site clearance through to final landscaping.

Extensions & Conversions
Groundworks for house extensions, garage conversions, barn conversions, and Class Q permitted developments.

Drainage & Utilities
Complete drainage solutions including treatment tanks, soakaways, land drainage, and connection to mains services.

Retaining Structures
Engineered retaining walls for sloping sites, boundary walls, terracing, and structural earth retention.
Why Choose D Hall for Groundworks?
Trusted groundworks contractor with a proven track record across Devon & Cornwall
17+ Years Experience
Over 17 years delivering quality groundworks across Devon & Cornwall
Fully Insured & Accredited
£5m public liability, £10m employers liability, and CHAS accredited
Skilled Workforce
Experienced, qualified groundworkers and CPCS-certified plant operators
Quality Workmanship
Reputation built on excellence, precision, and attention to detail
Commercial & Domestic Groundworks
We work with homeowners, builders, developers, architects, and commercial clients on projects ranging from small domestic extensions to large-scale commercial developments.
- Free site visits and no-obligation quotations
- Work to architects plans and building regulations
- Professional advice and technical support
- Experienced team and modern equipment fleet

Additional Groundworks Services
Specialist Applications
- Grasscrete & cellular paving systems
- Permeable surfacing & eco-drainage
- Concrete block paving & kerbing
- Resin-bound surfacing
- Agricultural tracks & access roads
Drainage Solutions
- Sewage treatment tank installation
- Septic tank systems & connections
- Land drainage & field drainage
- Soakaway design & installation
- Surface water attenuation systems
Civil Engineering
- Deep excavations & basement construction
- Piling works & underpinning
- Structural excavations
- Ground stabilisation works
- Utility trenching & ducting
Related Services
- Archaeological groundworks
- Ground investigation services
- Tarmac surfacing & repairs
- Site demolition & clearance
- Operated plant hire
Groundworks Services Across Devon & Cornwall
Based in Liskeard, we serve clients throughout Devon and Cornwall. We generally work within 60 miles of Liskeard but will travel further for larger projects.
Cornwall Groundworks Coverage
Devon Groundworks Coverage
We work in and around areas including Plymouth, Torpoint, Saltash, Bodmin, St Austell, Tavistock, Okehampton, and Exeter. Not sure if we cover your area? Give us a call - we're flexible!
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Examples of our professional groundworks across Devon & Cornwall

Farm Access Track
Groundworks & Access Road - Liskeard

Soakaway System
Drainage Installation - Cornwall

Cellular Paving
Grasscrete Installation
Ready To Start Your Project?
Get in touch today for a free, no-obligation quote from our expert team.