Patios in Four Oaks

Before your patio in Four Oaks

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

Porcelain needs a bonding primer and a full mortar bed to stay fixed.
Raised patios over 0.3 m above the ground need planning permission.
A patio next to the house should finish at least 150 mm below the damp-proof course.

Postcode districts: B74, B75
Planning and building control: Birmingham City Council
From our West Bromwich base: 8 miles

Choices to weigh up in Four Oaks

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.

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.

Patios prices in Four Oaks

For a home in Four Oaks, 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. Access, parking and the state of what's there now can move the price — the survey settles it.

Patios in Four Oaks: common questions

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.

Which postcodes in Four Oaks do you work in?

We cover B74, B75 and the streets around them. If you're on the edge of Four Oaks, neighbouring Sutton Coldfield and Streetly are covered too.

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.

Who approves patios in Four Oaks?

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

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Other home improvements in Four Oaks

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