Patios in Wythall

Planning your patio in Wythall

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

Natural sandstone in Wythall gardens can pick up algae in shade, so sealing is worth considering.
Raised patios over 0.3 m above the ground need planning permission.
Setting a gentle fall away from the house stops water pooling against the wall.

Postcode district: B47
Planning and building control: Bromsgrove District Council
From our West Bromwich base: 11 miles

Which option fits your home?

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 Wythall

Expect to budget between £90 and £230 per m² in Wythall. 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 Wythall: common questions

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.

How do I book a survey in Wythall?

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.

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.

Who approves patios in Wythall?

Not normally. The exception is a listed building, where Bromsgrove District 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 Wythall to measure up.