Patios in Oldbury

What should you know before starting in Oldbury?

There's normally nothing to apply for. Sandwell 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.

Air bricks must never be covered, because they ventilate the floor void.
Steps should have even risers so they're safe to use in the dark.
A patio next to the house should finish at least 150 mm below the damp-proof course.

Postcode districts: B67, B68, B69
Planning and building control: Sandwell Council
From our West Bromwich base: 2 miles

Options to consider in Oldbury

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.

Steps, edging and low walls

Most gardens aren't flat, so patios often need a step down to the lawn, a low retaining wall or a raised planter. Steps should have even risers and a firm edge, and retaining walls need proper foundations. These details are priced separately in your quote so you can see what the paving alone costs.

What does your patio cost in Oldbury?

Expect to budget between £90 and £230 per m² in Oldbury. Indian sandstone on a full sub-base and mortar bed, including dig-out and waste: typically £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 Oldbury: common questions

Can a new patio go on top of my old one?

Rarely. Laying over an old patio raises the level, which can bring it too close to the damp-proof course, and any movement in the old slabs will carry through. We usually lift the old paving and check the base underneath. If it's sound and the levels allow, we'll say so at survey.

Which postcodes in Oldbury do you work in?

We cover B67, B68, B69 and the streets around them. If you're on the edge of Oldbury, neighbouring West Bromwich and Rowley Regis are covered too.

Porcelain or natural stone: which should I choose?

Porcelain is the easiest to keep clean, resists stains and moss, and gives a consistent colour. Natural stone has more variation and character, feels softer underfoot and costs a little less, but it's more porous and benefits from sealing. Many people choose porcelain for a contemporary look and sandstone for a traditional garden.

Does Sandwell Council need to approve my patio?

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

Patios near Oldbury

More services in Oldbury

We'll measure up in Oldbury and give you a written patio quote, fixed for the agreed specification.