Removal of topsoil and vegetation to expose the sub-soil. The amount of topsoil will vary depending on how good the land is.

A one degree fall is required across the site in order to assist drainage. On sloping sites a 'cut and fill' operation will be undertaken.

Drainage will vary from site to site. This will include lateral French drains and drains around the perimeter into a soak away or ditch.

On most sites a membrane will be laid which will help to stabilise and seal the sub soil. This will also separate the soil from the sub base material.

A layer of limestone/granite/clean hard stone is then laid and compacted.
 
A second membrane is then laid on top of the clean stone.