Services
Please click on the sections below to find out more about our range of construction and rural management services.
Construction
From ancient skills of hedge laying to ultra-modern techniques, from small jobs to large projects, Environmental Landscaping Techniques has the skills, knowledge and expertise gained from years of experience with significant project management and contract management skills to coordinate contractors and sub-contractors alike on complex or multi disciplined works.
Airspading
Air spades are increasingly utilised for use in areas demanding a very special approach to root investigation, excavation as well as discovering hidden services with a significantly reduced possibility of damaging the roots and the services.
Conventional digging poses a significant risk of damaging roots and any services that may not have been identified.
The use of high velocity compressed will expose roots and services without damage, so that they can be located, inspected and, where necessary, bypassed. Such careful excavation can facilitate service runs and foundation installation without interfering with tree root systems.
Our teams will carefully remove spoil that has been tipped on the root plates of trees. When root pruning is required, it can be done without damage to retained roots.
Our Air Spades are accompanied by fully trained, highly experienced Arborists who can undertake removal of excavated spoil or reinstatement of excavated areas. Our operatives are CSCS/LISS accredited, and our foremen are CiTB SSSTS qualified. We are equally at home working on construction sites, industrial and residential properties.
Where root identification is required, our teams will expose roots, take samples without harming the tree and submit samples a laboratory that specialises in identifying roots.
Decompaction
Compacted soil is often the cause of poor soil conditions and the consequential inability for trees, shrubs and grass to grow to their full potential.
Compaction is often the result of construction activity and traffic and can detract from the attractiveness of a development to potential customers.
The negative effects of compacted soil can be alleviated or completely reversed by using air spades to decompact and aerate the soil while adding ameliorants such as appropriate biochar and ingredients containing effective and suitable, mycorrhizal fungi and bacteria to improve the condition of the soil and the soil food web.
Both soil structure and soil health can be improved increasing beneficial Mycorrhizal and Bacteria. The Biochar will alter the soil, increasing the water holding capacity, stabilising the relative moisture, increasing the absorption of nutrients and reducing leeching. Plant productivity will be increased due to decreased acidity, increased composting and improved habitat for helpful soil micro-organisms.
Drainage
We specialise in comprehensive drainage solutions for both large-scale construction sites and rural environments. We understand the importance of effective water management to protect land, improve soil health, and ensure the longevity of infrastructure. Our drainage services are tailored to handle diverse terrain and project needs, ensuring efficient, durable systems for every application. Our services include:
Site Drainage Systems: Installing robust drainage solutions for construction sites to manage water flow and prevent flooding, safeguarding foundations and improving site safety.
Field and Land Drainage: Designing and implementing drainage systems that prevent waterlogging, protect crops, and improve soil conditions for agricultural land.
Ditch and Culvert Installation: Constructing ditches and culverts to divert water away from key areas, reducing the risk of erosion and supporting long-term land management.
Soakaways and Permeable Surfaces: Creating soakaways and permeable surfaces to encourage natural water absorption, reducing runoff and supporting sustainable water cycles.
Flood Prevention Solutions: Offering tailored flood prevention measures for areas prone to high water levels, including retention ponds, levees, and other protective features.
Using advanced techniques and quality materials, EL Techniques ensures every drainage solution is durable and suited to the specific requirements of the landscape. From construction sites to rural fields, our drainage services are designed to keep water in check, protect valuable assets, and enhance land usability.
Roads and Roadworks
EL Techniques specialises in the construction and maintenance of roads and roadworks in rural locations and on private roads. We understand the unique challenges of working in countryside environments and are committed to delivering high-quality, durable roads that improve accessibility while blending seamlessly with the natural landscape.
Our services include:
- Road Construction: Designing and building rural roads, from agricultural tracks to private estate roads, ensuring they are strong, functional, and weather-resistant to withstand varying conditions.
- Rehabilitation and Resurfacing: Repairing and resurfacing existing rural roads, improving surface quality, drainage, and longevity for safe year-round use.
- Drainage Systems: Installing effective drainage solutions to manage water flow on rural roads, preventing erosion and maintaining the integrity of the road surface.
- Access Tracks and Farm Roads: Creating robust access tracks and farm roads that provide reliable access to agricultural land, estates, and other rural properties.
- Pothole Repair and Maintenance: Regularly maintaining and repairing rural roads to prevent deterioration, ensuring smooth, safe passage for vehicles and equipment.
With expertise in rural infrastructure and a commitment to quality, ELT ensures every road and roadworks project is executed to the highest standards, improving accessibility and durability in even the most remote locations.
Foundations
We provide expert foundation solutions tailored to the specific needs of UK-based large-scale construction and rural projects. Our experienced team ensures that every foundation is constructed with precision and strength, delivering a stable and reliable base for all types of structures. We understand the unique challenges presented by UK soil conditions, climate, and building regulations, ensuring compliance with all necessary standards. Our foundation services include:
- Concrete Foundations: Pouring durable, level concrete foundations designed to meet UK building regulations, suitable for commercial buildings, residential properties, and agricultural structures.
- Strip and Trench Foundations: Offering strip and trench foundations ideal for structures on rural or uneven land, ensuring stability and support for long-lasting construction, particularly on clay or loamy soils commonly found in the UK.
- Raft Foundations: Installing raft foundations that evenly distribute the load of buildings, especially for areas with weaker or variable soil conditions, such as in flood-prone or marshland areas.
- Pile Foundations: Providing deep foundation solutions, including piling, for structures on challenging ground conditions, such as peat, made ground, or soft soils, which are typical in parts of the UK.
- Footings and Base Preparation: Preparing and levelling sites with expertly constructed footings, ensuring a stable and precise base for walls, fences, and structures, with full compliance to UK engineering standards.
EL Techniques combines industry expertise with a deep understanding of UK soil types, regulations, and environmental factors to deliver safe, durable foundations. Whatever your project’s scale or location across the UK, we provide reliable, high-quality foundation solutions that ensure stability and long-term performance.
Fencing
We have extensive experience in erecting a wide variety of fencing to suit any environment and purpose. Our skilled team is dedicated to providing durable, high-quality fencing solutions to meet the specific needs of each project. We offer:
- Palisade Fencing: Ideal for security, offering a robust barrier against intruders.
- Stock Fencing: Designed to keep livestock safely contained while being durable and long-lasting.
- Deer Fencing: Specialized fencing for protecting crops and properties from deer intrusion.
- Rabbit Fencing: Prevents rabbits from damaging gardens and agricultural areas.
- Badger Fencing: Helps protect land and livestock by creating a barrier against badger activity.
- Security Fencing: High-security options to safeguard commercial, industrial, and private properties.
- Urban Fencing: Tailored solutions for urban settings, blending functionality with aesthetics.
- Garden Fencing: Enhances the look of residential gardens while offering privacy and security.
- Barbed Wire Fencing: A practical solution for additional security and animal containment.
Whether you’re looking to secure a rural property, protect an urban area, or improve your garden’s aesthetics, EL Techniques can provide the right fencing solution with quality installation.
Groundworks
We specialise in large-scale groundworks for construction projects and rural developments. With expertise in managing extensive groundwork requirements, our team provides reliable, high-quality services to prepare land for successful project execution. Our services include:
- Site Clearance and Preparation: Clearing and leveling land for construction, ensuring a stable foundation for buildings, roads, and other infrastructure.
- Excavation and Earthworks: Skilled in large-scale excavation and earth moving, including trenching, grading, and soil removal for foundations and drainage.
- Drainage Solutions: Installing effective drainage systems to manage water flow and prevent erosion, essential for both construction sites and rural land management.
- Access Roads and Pathways: Constructing durable access roads and pathways to support heavy equipment and improve site accessibility.
- Foundations and Concrete Works: Laying robust foundations and concrete structures to provide a stable base for construction projects.
With experience in rural settings and large construction sites, EL Techniques is committed to meeting the unique demands of each project, ensuring efficient, timely, and environmentally considerate groundworks. Whether preparing farmland, facilitating infrastructure projects, or supporting new construction, we deliver groundwork solutions you can trust.
Paving
We provide expert paving solutions for large-scale construction projects and rural developments. Our team delivers precision and quality in every job, ensuring perfect levels every time, regardless of material. Whether you’re looking to pave with blocks, stone, slabs, or asphalt, our services are designed to meet a variety of needs with durability and aesthetic appeal. Our paving services include:
- Driveways and Access Roads: Constructing durable, level driveways and access roads that can withstand heavy use, perfect for farms, estates, and commercial properties.
- Pathways and Walkways: Installing safe, well-levelled pathways for gardens, parks, and public areas, enhancing accessibility and visual appeal.
- Patios and Outdoor Spaces: Designing and installing beautiful, functional patios and outdoor spaces in a range of materials to suit both rural and residential settings.
- Hardstandings and Vehicle Pads: Building stable, perfectly levelled hardstandings for vehicles and heavy equipment, ensuring surfaces that can handle high load capacities.
- Industrial and Commercial Paving: Providing robust, even paving solutions for industrial yards, storage areas, and commercial sites that require high durability.
At EL Techniques, we use top-quality materials and meticulous techniques to deliver level, resilient surfaces in any setting. From blocks and stone to slabs and asphalt, our paving solutions are crafted to meet the specific demands of each project, blending function with superior craftsmanship.
Rainwater Harvesting
We can provide sustainable rainwater harvesting solutions designed for both large-scale construction projects and rural properties. We offer expert systems to capture, store, and manage rainwater efficiently, helping to reduce water costs and support eco-friendly land management. Our rainwater harvesting services include:
- System Design and Installation: Customising rainwater harvesting systems to suit each site’s unique requirements, from small rural setups to larger commercial properties.
- Collection and Storage Tanks: Installing high-capacity tanks and reservoirs for safe, efficient storage of harvested rainwater, ideal for agricultural use, landscaping, or site irrigation.
- Filtration and Pump Systems: Implementing advanced filtration and pump systems to maintain water quality, ensuring safe, reusable water for non-potable applications.
- Irrigation Solutions: Integrating rainwater harvesting systems with irrigation networks to reduce reliance on mains water and keep land, crops, and gardens healthy.
- Overflow and Drainage Management: Providing solutions to manage overflow and prevent flooding, ensuring a seamless integration with existing drainage systems.
Our rainwater harvesting systems are designed with durability and environmental impact in mind, enabling efficient water use that supports both economic and environmental sustainability. EL Techniques is committed to helping clients make the most of natural resources while minimizing water waste and conserving energy.
Timber and Steel Frame construction
We offer expert timber and steel frame construction services, providing durable and versatile solutions for all your storage needs. With a commitment to precision and quality, we deliver immaculate structures that meet the highest standards for strength, functionality, and aesthetics. Our timber and steel frame services include:
- Custom Storage Buildings: Designing and constructing bespoke storage facilities tailored to your specific requirements, whether for agricultural, commercial, or residential use.
- Workshops and Outbuildings: Creating practical and robust workshops and outbuildings for any purpose, with options for both timber and steel to suit your style and functional needs.
- Barns and Agricultural Structures: Building high-quality barns and farm storage structures to protect equipment, feed, and livestock, ensuring reliable and weather-resistant solutions.
- Industrial Units and Warehouses: Constructing larger steel-framed structures ideal for industrial storage and warehousing, offering ample space and durability.
With a focus on durability and precision, EL Techniques ensures that each timber and steel frame structure is built to last, providing a seamless fit for your storage and operational needs. Our commitment to quality means you can count on us for immaculate craftsmanship and attention to every detail.
Rural Management Services
By combining ecological principles, traditional knowledge and modern science, agroecological techniques are environmentally sustainable, socially just and economically viable. Let us share our expertise with you and together we will enhance the environment while producing financially viable outcomes.
Agroforestry Design and Implementation
Agroforestry (also known as agro-sylviculture or forest farming) is a land use management system that integrates trees with crops or pasture. It combines agricultural and forestry technologies. As a polyculture system, an agroforestry system can produce timber and wood products, fruits, nuts, other edible plant products, edible mushrooms, medicinal plants, ornamental plants, animals and animal products, and other products from both domesticated and wild species.
Agroforestry can be practiced for economic, environmental, and social benefits, and can be part of sustainable agriculture. Apart from production, benefits from agroforestry include improved farm productivity, healthier environments, reduction of risk for farmers, beauty and aesthetics, increased farm profits, reduced soil erosion, creating wildlife habitat, less pollution, managing animal waste, increased biodiversity, improved soil structure, and carbon sequestration.
Let ELT guide you to a healthier alternative.
Biomass Enhancement
We can assist you to invest in projects that generate revenues through the sale of ‘biodiversity units’ to property and infrastructure developers seeking to satisfy Biodiversity Net Gain (“BNG”) policy requirements in England. The BNG legislation requires all new planning applications to offset the impact on biodiversity of a proposed development and deliver an additional minimum 10% biodiversity gain, calculated by applying the Statutory Biodiversity Metric developed by Defra.
Our expertise covers the design, implementation, and management of projects that support BNG compliance while contributing to a healthier environment. We can help you establish biodiverse habitats such as planting native trees and hedgerows, creating wildflower meadows, restoring wetlands, and enhancing degraded ecosystems. By investing in these nature-positive projects, you will not only generate revenue but also play a pivotal role in restoring biodiversity, improving climate resilience, and supporting sustainable development.
Additionally, we offer guidance on navigating the BNG requirements, from selecting the most suitable projects to maximising the ecological and financial returns on your investment.
Biochar
Biochar can be used as an additive for animal fodder. There is an increasing focus on the potential role of biochar application in global climate change mitigation.
ELT has the expertise to ensure positive results.
Hedge Laying Management
Our award-winning Hedge Laying team specialises in the ancient art of hedge laying, a traditional and sustainable method used to create strong, dense, and aesthetically pleasing hedges. With years of expertise, we carefully craft each hedge to ensure it thrives and adds character to your landscape. Hedge laying not only enhances the visual appeal of your property but also provides natural wildlife habitats and boundaries.
Using time-honoured techniques passed down through generations, we work with a range of native species to produce the perfect hedge that is durable and requires minimal maintenance. Whether for rural properties, agricultural land, or country estates, our hedge laying service ensures a professional finish that stands the test of time.
Soil Microbiology Enhancement
Microorganisms play a crucial role in soil health, maintaining ecological balance, and providing a resilient environment for plants. Biochar, with its porous structure, enhances soil health and productivity by promoting microbial diversity.
By breaking down organic matter, cycling nutrients, and fostering symbiotic relationships with plants, microorganisms are essential to soil health. The community of microorganisms is called the microbiome. This is where microorganisms interact with each other and their environment, playing essential roles in maintaining ecological balance and contributing to the health of their host, whether it’s soil or a plant. The microbiome provides a rich and resilient environment for plants. It strengthens the structure of the soil, increases water retention, and inhibits dangerous pathogens. By boosting microbial diversity, improving nutrient availability, and offering beneficial microbes a stable home, adding biochar to soil can increase these advantages. Because of its porous structure, biochar aids in the retention of moisture and nutrients, which fosters the growth of microorganisms and improves soil health and productivity even more.
What is a “microbiome”? It is a beautiful place where microbes live. These are tiny living organisms such as bacteria, fungi, and viruses. Well, viruses aren’t so nice, but the others are crucial for a healthy ecosystem. Microbes have a significant impact on human health and wellness despite being so small that they must be seen under a microscope.
There are various techniques to achieve the enhancement of soil microbiology, decompaction, the introduction of biochar and other enhancing media will improve the greater environment while enhancing plant growth.
ELT will find the best solutions for any application.
Tree and Hedge Planting
Your trees and hedges will not only survive but thrive, thanks to ELT’s advanced planting techniques and the use of natural soil additives.
Our methods are designed to create optimal conditions for root development, ensuring your plants establish quickly and remain healthy.
By enhancing soil fertility and structure, we promote sustainable growth, allowing your trees and hedges to flourish for years to come.
Whether it’s for landscaping, environmental conservation, or agricultural purposes, ELT’s expertise ensures your greenery reaches its full potential.
Tree and Hedge Moving
From relocating small trees to moving large trees or multiple trees, we have the expertise and resources to manage complex tree relocation projects with confidence and precision. Whether you’re looking to preserve mature trees during development or need to move a collection of trees to a new site, our team has the experience to ensure success.
We use specialised equipment and techniques to safely and efficiently move trees of all sizes, minimising stress and damage to the trees while ensuring their long-term health and survival. Our team manages every aspect of the project, from planning and site preparation to the safe relocation and replanting of the trees, giving you peace of mind and certainty of success.
Wildflower Establishment and Management
ELT will make any wildflower planting and maintenance into a successful project. Our team has the expertise to design and implement wildflower meadows and gardens that are not only visually stunning but also ecologically beneficial.
From soil preparation and seed selection to ongoing care and management, we ensure that each wildflower project flourishes and supports local biodiversity. We use native species tailored to the local environment, promoting healthy ecosystems and providing habitats for pollinators and wildlife. Whether you’re creating a small garden or a large-scale meadow, ELT is committed to making your wildflower planting and maintenance a sustainable and rewarding success.