Patios in Earlsdon

Patios in Earlsdon: approvals and local details

There's normally nothing to apply for. Coventry City Council only needs to be involved if your home is listed, or if it's in a conservation area with extra controls on changes to the outside.

Spot-bedded slabs on dabs of mortar are more likely to rock and crack.
Raised patios over 0.3 m above the ground need planning permission.
Porcelain needs a bonding primer and a full mortar bed to stay fixed.

Postcode district: CV5
Planning and building control: Coventry City Council
From our West Bromwich base: 19 miles

Choices to weigh up in Earlsdon

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.

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.

Patios prices in Earlsdon

For a home in Earlsdon, 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.

Your questions answered

What do I need to do before the work starts?

Clear the area of pots, furniture and anything you want to keep, and lift any plants you'd like to move. If access is through the house, clear a path from the front door to the back. Let neighbours know about the skip and some noise while we dig and cut.

How do I book a survey in Earlsdon?

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.

Does Coventry City Council need to approve my patio?

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

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