Patios in Aldridge

Before your patio in Aldridge

Your patio won't normally need planning permission or Building Regulations approval. The exception is a listed building in Aldridge, where changes may need listed building consent from Walsall Council.

Spot-bedded slabs on dabs of mortar are more likely to rock and crack.
Steps should have even risers so they're safe to use in the dark.
Raised patios over 0.3 m above the ground need planning permission.

Postcode district: WS9
Planning and building control: Walsall Council
From our West Bromwich base: 7 miles

Choices to weigh up in Aldridge

Steps, edging and low walls

Most gardens aren't flat, so patios often need a step down to the lawn, a low retaining wall or a raised planter. Steps should have even risers and a firm edge, and retaining walls need proper foundations. These details are priced separately in your quote so you can see what the paving alone costs.

Limestone and slate

Limestone gives a soft, even colour, usually in grey, blue-black or buff, while slate is dark, fine-grained and often used for contemporary gardens. Both are natural stones with their own character and cost a little more than sandstone. Slate can be slippery when wet in shaded spots, so we'll talk about texture and position before you choose.

How much should you budget in Aldridge?

Expect to budget between £90 and £230 per m² in Aldridge. Indian sandstone on a full sub-base and mortar bed, including dig-out and waste: typically £120–£170 per m².

Guide prices for patios
Option	Guide price	Good to know
Concrete flags	£90 – £130 per m²	Lowest cost, wide range of colours
Indian sandstone	£120 – £175 per m²	Natural riven or sawn finish
Porcelain paving	£140 – £230 per m²	Low maintenance, primed and fully bedded

Guide ranges include VAT where it applies. Access, parking and the state of what's there now can move the price — the survey settles it.

Questions about patios in Aldridge

What guarantee do I get on a new patio?

Paving materials come with their manufacturers' guarantees, and the terms for your patio are set out in your quote. Natural stone varies by nature, so colour and texture differences between slabs are normal rather than faults. Ask us anything about the specification before you sign.

How do I book a survey in Aldridge?

Send the form on this page, use the guide-price tool or call 0800 088 6248 free. We'll ask a few questions about your patio and arrange a time to visit.

How long does it take to lay a patio?

A 15–25 m² patio usually takes three to six days, including dig-out, sub-base, laying and jointing. Steps, walls or awkward access add time. Mortar needs a few days to harden before heavy furniture or barbecues go on it, and we'll give you a clear date.

Who approves patios in Aldridge?

Not normally. The exception is a listed building, where Walsall Council would need to give listed building consent first.

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We'll measure up in Aldridge and give you a written patio quote, fixed for the agreed specification.