Paving and Patio Installation in London
A patio should drain, stay level and look good for years — and all three depend on the base beneath it. We install paving and patios across London, with properly compacted sub-bases, correct falls and the drainage that keeps water away from the house.
What the service can include
- Patio and path installation in natural stone, porcelain and concrete
- Excavation and compacted sub-base construction
- Falls and drainage so surface water goes where it should
- Steps, edging and retaining details
- Repointing and repair of existing paving
Suitable projects
- New patios and seating areas
- Paths and stepping routes around the garden
- Replacing sunken or uneven paving
- Low-maintenance gardens for rental properties
How the work runs
- 1
Enquiry and site visit
Tell us about the work. For most projects we arrange a visit to see the property and discuss what you need.
- 2
Quotation
We agree the scope, materials and price with you in writing before any work starts.
- 3
Planning and scheduling
We agree a start date and sequence of work, and order materials in good time.
- 4
The work
Preparation, installation or construction, and finishing, carried out tidily and with respect for your home.
- 5
Handover
We walk through the finished work with you, clear up and make sure you are happy before we leave.
What can affect the quotation
- The approximate area and its current condition
- The paving material you have in mind, if any
- Photographs of the garden and its levels
- Any drainage problems in the area
Materials and finish options
- Natural stone — sandstone, limestone, slate and granite
- Porcelain paving for a contemporary, low-maintenance finish
- Concrete paving in a wide range of styles
- Proper sub-bases, mortar beds and jointing
Exclusions and specialist requirements
Paving quality depends on ground preparation — soft or made-up ground needs deeper excavation and more sub-base, assessed at quotation. Drainage from new paving must be managed on your own land; where the area is large, our civil design service can design the surface water drainage. Porcelain paving requires specific installation methods we follow.
Frequently asked questions
- Porcelain or natural stone — which should I choose?
- Porcelain is consistent, stain-resistant and low maintenance; natural stone has character and variation. We will show you options and talk through the trade-offs.
- Why has my existing patio sunk?
- Almost always an inadequate sub-base. Our installations excavate to a proper depth and compact the sub-base in layers so the paving stays put.
- Can you lay paving on a slope?
- Yes — sloping gardens are levelled with retaining edges or steps, designed so the paving drains correctly.
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