Patios in Walsall

Before your patio in Walsall

There's normally nothing to apply for. Walsall 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.
Natural sandstone in Walsall gardens can pick up algae in shade, so sealing is worth considering.

Postcode districts: WS1, WS2, WS5
Planning and building control: Walsall Council
From our West Bromwich base: About 5 miles to the centre

Options to consider in Walsall

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.

What does your patio cost in Walsall?

Prices in Walsall match the rest of our area: £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. A free survey turns this guide into a fixed, itemised price.

Your questions answered

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.

Do you cover the whole of Walsall?

Yes — we cover Walsall from our West Bromwich base, including Sandwell, Staffordshire and Dudley. Call 0800 088 6248 or send the form on this page to book a free survey.

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.

Will I need permission from the council in Walsall?

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

Patios across Walsall

We cover every town and district below:

Nearby places we cover

Other work we do in Walsall

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