Civils & Groundworks
Hummerston Engineering Ltd
Groundworks Done Properly
Civils & Groundworks | Site Husbandry & Clearance | Pre-Construction Surveys & Reporting | CP Services (Permits & Supervision) | Site Mobilisation & Demobilisation | Electrical & Instrumentation
What We Do
Civils & Groundworks Built Right Across Hertfordshire
From foundations and drainage to reinforced bases and access roads, we handle the groundwork that everything else sits on. Twenty years on utility and commercial sites means we know how to get it level, signed off and on programme. No shortcuts under the surface.
Why choose Hummerston as your Groundworks Contractor Hertfordshire
Utility-approved civils and groundworks since the early 2000s
Hummerston Engineering has been a trusted Groundworks Contractor Hertfordshire for 20+ years. We hold Achilles UVDB, SafeContractor and EUSR qualifications required for utility-sector contracts. Based in Buntingford and led by Chris. Call 01763 788802.
Five-Star Reviews
Utility and commercial clients rate us for clean, compliant sites, smooth sign-off and groundworks delivered exactly to spec from mobilisation to completion.
Reliable Timelines
We mobilise on time and work to the project programme. Site clearance, civils and fencing across Hertfordshire are delivered to schedule with no surprises at handover.
Clear Communication
Chris and the team keep project managers updated throughout. You always know where the works stand and what is happening next on site.
1 Point of Contact
One point of contact from mobilisation to demobilisation. You deal with the same team who manage the works and the paperwork.
Customer reviews
What Hertfordshire clients say
Utility and commercial clients across Hertfordshire and the East of England rate us highly for reliable, compliant groundworks.
★★★★★
“Hummerston managed groundworks on our utility project from mobilisation through to completion. Site was left clean and compliant, no issues with sign-off.”
★★★★★
“Reliable team for civils work. They handled site clearance and fencing exactly to spec and kept us updated throughout.”
★★★★★
“Used Hummerston for electrical and instrumentation installation on a commercial site. Engineers were thorough and everything was tested and commissioned properly.”
About Hummerston Engineering Ltd
Civils & Groundworks
Hummerston Engineering is a Groundworks Contractor Hertfordshire based in Buntingford with 20+ years of experience and a team of 10. We hold Achilles UVDB, SafeContractor and EUSR qualifications, which are requirements for utility-sector groundworks contracts. We cover Hertfordshire and the East of England on water treatment, energy and commercial construction projects.
Chris runs the works personally and keeps a close eye on compliance and quality. He makes sure sites are managed properly from mobilisation to sign-off, with the paperwork and standards utility clients expect.
Achilles UVDB
Our 10-strong team turns up ready and works to spec every time. Utility and commercial clients trust us for clean, compliant sites and no issues at sign-off.
SafeContractor
We work to SafeContractor and EUSR standards with full RAMS and safe systems of work. Fully insured and audited, which is why utility clients keep us on their supply chain.
EUSR Qualified
With 20+ years of groundworks experience and EUSR qualified engineers, our team handles civils, site clearance and electrical and instrumentation work to utility-sector standards.
20+ Years Experience
We mobilise quickly, manage the works tightly and demobilise leaving a clean, compliant site. Programmes are met without disruption to wider site activity.
What Hertfordshire Ground Conditions Mean for Your Build
Much of east Hertfordshire sits on London Clay and boulder clay, which shrinks and swells with the seasons. That dictates foundation depth and reinforcement, especially near mature trees. Closer to the Lea and Stort you'll hit made ground and high water tables, so dewatering and proper drainage design earn their keep. We factor all of it into the dig before it becomes a problem.
Chris and the team have delivered groundworks for water treatment, energy and commercial schemes right across the county and the wider East of England. The mix of utility-spec work and standard construction means we adapt to whatever the spec demands. Twenty years of finished sites behind us.
Work We're proud of
Project Gallery
Take a look at some of our recent scaffolding projects across commercial, residential, and industrial sites.
Common questions
Questions about Civils & Groundworks in Hertfordshire
Answers to the questions we are asked most.
How much do groundworks cost in Hertfordshire?
It depends entirely on the dig, the muck away and the foundation spec. Smaller commercial bases might start around 8,000 to 15,000, while full civils packages on utility sites run well into six figures. We quote off drawings and a site visit, never guesswork.
Do you charge a call-out fee for groundworks in Hertfordshire?
No call-out fee. Chris will come and look at the site and price the work for free.
Can you deal with clay and high water tables on Hertfordshire sites?
Yes. We design foundations and drainage around the ground we find, including dewatering on wet sites near the river valleys. Where clay needs deeper or reinforced footings, we build to the engineer's spec.
How long does a groundworks package take?
A small commercial base can be a week or two, larger civils packages run several weeks to months. We give you a realistic programme once we've seen the drawings.
Are you qualified for utility-sector groundworks?
We hold Achilles UVDB, SafeContractor and EUSR qualifications, which are required for most utility supply chain contracts. That means we can work on water, energy and infrastructure sites that exclude unregistered contractors.
Which areas near Hertfordshire do you cover for groundworks?
We're based in Buntingford and cover Royston, Bishop's Stortford, Hertford, Ware and Stevenage, plus the wider East of England for utility work. If you're a bit further out, give us a call and we'll let you know.