Patios in Sheldon

Patios in Sheldon: approvals and local details

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

Natural sandstone in Sheldon gardens can pick up algae in shade, so sealing is worth considering.
Air bricks must never be covered, because they ventilate the floor void.
A patio next to the house should finish at least 150 mm below the damp-proof course.

Postcode district: B26
Planning and building control: Birmingham City Council
From our West Bromwich base: 10 miles

Which option fits your home?

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.

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.

Guide prices for Sheldon

For a home in Sheldon, 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 Sheldon

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 Sheldon?

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.

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.

Who approves patios in Sheldon?

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

Patios near Sheldon

Other work we do in Sheldon

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