Patios in Cannock

Before your patio in Cannock

Planning permission is rarely needed for this work in Cannock. We'll still look at access, parking for deliveries and any shared boundaries before we price it.

A patio next to the house should finish at least 150 mm below the damp-proof course.
Natural sandstone in Cannock gardens can pick up algae in shade, so sealing is worth considering.
Air bricks must never be covered, because they ventilate the floor void.

Postcode district: WS11
Planning and building control: Cannock Chase District Council
From our West Bromwich base: 12 miles

Which options suit homes in Cannock?

Indian sandstone

A natural stone in buff, grey, brown and mixed tones, with either a riven, textured surface or a smooth sawn finish. Every slab is slightly different, giving a traditional look. Sandstone is more porous than porcelain, so it can weather and pick up algae, and many people seal it after laying to make cleaning easier.

Porcelain paving

Thin, dense tiles made for outdoor use, with very low water absorption, so they resist staining, moss and fading. Porcelain needs a bonding primer on the back of each slab and a full mortar bed, because ordinary mortar won't stick to it. It's precise to cut and lay, which shows in the price, but it's easy to keep clean.

Guide prices for Cannock

Guide prices start at £90 and run to £230 per m². Indian sandstone on a full sub-base and mortar bed, including dig-out and waste: around £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. We confirm a fixed price for the agreed specification after visiting.

Your questions answered

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.

Do you cover Cannock?

Yes. Cannock (WS11) is about 12 miles from our West Bromwich base and inside the area we cover. Call 0800 088 6248 or send the form on this page to book a free survey.

How much does a new patio cost?

In the West Midlands, patios usually cost around £90–£130 per m² in concrete flags, £120–£175 per m² in Indian sandstone and £140–£230 per m² in porcelain, laid on a full sub-base with waste removal. A 20 m² sandstone patio therefore typically costs about £2,400–£3,500. Steps, walls and drainage are priced as extra lines.

Will I need permission from the council in Cannock?

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

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Thinking about a patio this season? Phone 0800 088 6248 and we'll come out to Cannock to measure up.