Patios in Coseley

What should you know before starting in Coseley?

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

A patio next to the house should finish at least 150 mm below the damp-proof course.
Porcelain needs a bonding primer and a full mortar bed to stay fixed.
Spot-bedded slabs on dabs of mortar are more likely to rock and crack.

Postcode district: WV14
Planning and building control: Dudley Council
From our West Bromwich base: 4 miles

Which option fits your home?

Concrete flags

Cast concrete slabs, smooth or textured, in a wide range of sizes and colours. Concrete flags are the most affordable patio material and are quick to lay. They're heavier and thicker than porcelain, suit low-budget projects or larger areas, and can look very tidy in a simple pattern with neat joints.

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.

How much should you budget in Coseley?

For a home in Coseley, our guide range is £90–£230 per m². Indian sandstone on a full sub-base and mortar bed, including dig-out and waste: usually £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.

Questions about patios in Coseley

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 Coseley?

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 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.

Who approves patios in Coseley?

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

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Other work we do in Coseley

Email sales@skjhomeimprovements.co.uk with your Coseley address and a rough idea of the size you have in mind.