Patios in Kingswinford

Planning your patio in Kingswinford

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

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.
A patio next to the house should finish at least 150 mm below the damp-proof course.

Postcode district: DY6
Planning and building control: Dudley Council
From our West Bromwich base: 8 miles

Options to consider in Kingswinford

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.

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.

How much should you budget in Kingswinford?

For a home in Kingswinford, 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. Your fixed price for the agreed specification follows a free survey at your Kingswinford address.

Questions about patios in Kingswinford

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.

Which postcodes in Kingswinford do you work in?

We cover DY6 and the streets around them. If you're on the edge of Kingswinford, neighbouring Wordsley and Brierley Hill are covered too.

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.

Does Dudley Council need to approve my patio?

Not normally. The exception is a listed building, where Dudley 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 Kingswinford to measure up.